Event Assistant (Garner Performing Arts Center)

The Garner Performing Arts Center is seeking motivated individuals who are self-starters, good with people and detail-oriented to work as Event Assistants for Auditorium events and to support administrative and operational activities. Seeking individuals to work nights and weekends for events.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Responsible for overseeing events and rentals of the Garner Performing Arts Center, including monitoring event rental and patrons
• Prepares facility for program or event as indicated on the rental contract or as assigned by the Performing Arts Center Supervisor
• Monitors compliance with the rental agreement
• Assists patrons with parking, set up parking lot with sign-a-cades and cones, concession sales, ticket sales, and clean up
• Ensures services, supplies, and equipment are available for the safety and comfort of participants throughout the event
• Follows established procedures at the conclusion of each event, including but not limited to, record attendance and other information in the appropriate manner
• Enforces the rules and regulations of the facility 

Some duties will require working outdoors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants must be:

• Able to safely lift 20 lbs. and must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Able to safely reposition tables and chairs, including folding and unfolding tables and chairs and moving them within the facility.
• At least 18 years of age and comfortable working independently and occasionally alone. 
• Possess a high school diploma (or equivalent).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and web-based registration software is required.
• Regularly available to work nights and weekends.
• Current CPR certification or the ability to obtain certification within 6 months of hire.

Availability to work during regular business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) is a plus.

Prior event and facility management experience is preferred.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Individual work schedules will vary and may include daytime hours, evenings, weekends and Holiday hours.

A monthly schedule will be completed by the supervisor in advance.

This position may be scheduled for up to 20 hours per week.

Equal Opportunity Employer