• Special Events Assistant - General

    City of Thornton (Thornton, CO)


    Special Events Assistant - General

     

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    Special Events Assistant - General

     

    Salary

     

    $17.80 Hourly

     

    Location

     

    City of Thornton; Community Center, CO

     

    Job Type

     

    Temporary Part-Time

     

    Job Number

     

    25268

     

    Department

     

    Parks, Recreation, & Community Programs

     

    Division

     

    Recreation and Golf Temporary

     

    Opening Date

     

    09/09/2025

     

    Closing Date

     

    Continuous

    FLSA

    Non-Exempt

    WORK HOURS

    HOURS VARY

    STATUS 2

    FLSA NON-EXEMPT

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    Under general supervision, assists with various special events.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

    (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)

     

    Assists with small-scale events, indoor and outdoor concerts, large outdoor festivals, and smaller family events. Assists with event set-up and tear-down.

     

    Complies with City and departmental rules and regulations, policies, and procedures.

     

    May distribute promotional posters.

     

    May shop for event supplies.

     

    May wear mascot costume and be mindful of care of the costume. Maintain mascot persona whenever in costume. Demonstrate knowledge of human behavior to read situations (when to approach or leave a situation, how to physically engage situations in an appropriate manner without using voice).

     

    Performs other duties as assigned.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    Education/Experience:

    Must be at least 15 years of age.

    Licensing/Certification Requirements:

    May need the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as the job requires.

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    Knowledge of the policies, procedures and goals of the city of Thornton and the department.

     

    Knowledge of maintaining efficient event operations.

     

    Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing.

     

    Skill in dealing tactfully and effectively with the public.

     

    Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays, or flexible schedules.

     

    Ability to work well with others.

     

    Ability to read human behavior and know when to approach or disengage.

     

    Ability to react quickly and accurately to changing weather elements.

     

    Ability to maintain composure during mentally, physically and emotionally stressful situations.

    Physical and Mental Requirements:

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, stand, walk, kneel, squat, stoop, climb, crawl, repeatedly twist the upper body, talk, hear, see, demonstrate manual dexterity and perform light lifting. The employee is occasionally asked to push or drag objects or equipment. The employee must be able to stand and walk around for up to eight hours per day and be able to deal with all environmental weather conditions. The employee must demonstrate the ability to remain calm during routine and stressful conditions and must be able to work various shifts including weekends and evenings.

    TESTING PROCEDURES

    TESTING PROCEDURES:

    Examinations may include but are not limited to application screening beyond minimum qualifications; written, oral, practical exercise or any combination thereof or other job related assessment deemed appropriate by Human Resources.

     

    Your application will be used as a screening tool. Completeness and accuracy are important! Any false or untrue statements or material omissions in the application and related paperwork or during the selection process could disqualify you from consideration.

     

    As a condition of employment, the city of Thornton conducts background investigations for all positions which may also include a review of credit report and/or driving record. A drug screen, physical, and/or psychological examination administered by a city-designated provider will be required for pre-determined positions.

     

    The City of Thornton is an equal opportunity employer.

     

    The City of Thornton offers employees an outstanding benefits package. Benefit eligibility is based on the status of the position. Please email [email protected] to receive a copy of our 2025 Benefits Guide.

    Benefits offered may include the following depending on the job type/status of the position:

    + Health Insurance

    + Dental Insurance

    + Vision Insurance

    + Life, Dependent Life & Supplemental Life Insurance Options

    + Voluntary Accidental Death & Dismemberment Policy

    + Flexible Spending Plan

    + Retiree Health Savings Plan

    + Pension Plan & Deferred Compensation Plans

    + Short & Long-term Disability Plans

    + Paid Holidays

    + Vacation & Sick Leave

    + Multilingual Incentive Pay

    + Recreation Pass

    + Wellness Program - Learn more here (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ecAZ5bF8G3UKkXFWVXFFrqVAbC4DQyjc/view?usp=sharing)

    + In-House Training Opportunities

    + Tuition Reimbursement

    + Employee Assistance Program

    + Flexible Schedules

    + Hybrid Schedules