What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal FT Ctr Event Production Worker position at City of Elk River?
Come work for the City of Elk River at our Community Event Center! We are in search of Seasonal Event Production Workers to assist in the delivery of high-quality, engaging, and seamless event experiences for fans during hockey games and other events as needed.
Core work hours will be evenings and weekends with the ability to flex schedule based on the facility’s needs. The dates of events will be from the beginning of August through mid-September of 2026. The facility is open generally from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., 7 days a week.
2026 Salary range is $16-18/hr. Part-time benefits may include Earned Sick and Safe Time.
Applications will be accepted until the positions are full.
If you require accommodation with the application process, call 763.635.1000 and ask for Human Resources.
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City of Elk River-Event Production Worker-Position Description
Department: Business Services/FT Center
Immediate Supervisor: Assistant Manager
Pay Grade: Per Comp Plan
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Last Updated: (date) 07/2025
Positions Supervised: N/A
Position Summary:
The Event Production Worker assists in the delivery of high-quality, engaging, and seamless event experience for fans during hockey games, ice shows, and other events as needed.
Essential Functions
- Provides technical and entertainment work during events. Assignments will vary based on event needs.
- Coordinates the timing and execution of event promotions and entertainment elements.
- Operates the scoreboard, video board, and camera to live stream to the video board, other areas of the building, and online streaming services.
- Plays music and audio cues to enhance crowd engagement.
- Serves as the in-game announcer, providing live updates, player introductions, and promotional script reading.
- Ensures all game presentation equipment functions properly before, during, and after events.
- Assists with setup and teardown of technical and entertainment equipment.
- Moves goal nets during resurfacing as needed.
- Assists with facility cleaning as needed.
2. Performs customer service-related duties.
- Works with coaches, referees, and other event staff to ensure positive event planning and communication.
- Assists facility users with directions and questions.
- Maintains a positive working relationship with co-workers, supervisors, and public.
3. Performs other essential job duties.
A. Regular and timely work attendance.
B. Participates in safety training and follows all safety procedures.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Minimum Qualifications
- Ability to work evenings, holidays, and weekends.
- Ability to operate facility equipment.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, facility users, and the public.
- Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods of time.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, live-event environment
Minimum Qualifications
- 16 years of age or older.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with the public.
- Experience with AV equipment, streaming software, or scorekeeping systems.
- Basic understanding of hockey rules and game flow.
- Experience speaking on a microphone in front of a crowd.
Physical Requirement Frequency
ESSENTIAL
Sitting Daily
Repetitive Movements Daily
Carrying Objects Daily
Operation of Telephone/Radio Daily
Equipment Operation Daily
Walking on Ice Frequently
Computer/Typewriter Operation Daily
Requires Good Vision Daily
Requires Good Hearing Daily
Requires Sense of Touch Daily
Requires Fine Motor Skills Daily
Requires Near Vision Daily
HIGHLY IMPORTANT
Standing or Walking Daily
Pushing/Pulling Frequently
Exposure to Temperature Extremes Frequently
Lifting Objects Waist to Shoulder Weekly or Monthly
Requires Far Vision Weekly or Monthly
Operating a Vehicle Weekly
MODERATELY IMPORTANT
Twisting/Turning Occasionally
Lifting Objects Knee to Waist Occasionally
Exposure to Irritants/Fumes Occasionally
Requires Good Color Vision Occasionally
Requires Depth Vision Occasionally
Requires Peripheral Vision Occasionally
WORK SCHEDULE
Core work hours will be evenings and weekends with the ability to flex schedule based on the facility’s needs. The dates of events will be from the beginning of August through mid September of 2026. The facility is open generally from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., 7 days a week. Candidate must be available to work anytime during these hours.
This Position Description is not intended to be all-inclusive. It is within the City of Elk River’s discretion to assign additional duties and responsibilities or remove duties and responsibilities at any time.
This Position Description does not constitute a Contract of Employment.
Application Deadline: Open until filled.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Salary : $16 - $18