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Position Title:

Event Specialist - Hourly - Sorenson Unity Center

Job Description:

Reporting to the Sorenson Community Campus Events Coordinator, the Event Specialist monitors and facilitates events and daily operations on the campus. Assists users with equipment and other needs, unlocks and secures building, ensures that rules and regulations are adhered to and facility is left in satisfactory condition. Requires irregular work hours including weekends, evenings and holidays.

About the Position:

The Events Specialist plays a key role in ensuring the success of Sorenson Community Campus events and daily operations. This dynamic position involves coordinating event setup and teardown, assisting with equipment and facility needs, and providing excellent customer service to guests and staff. The ideal candidate is proactive, personable, and enjoys creating welcoming, well-organized environments. This role requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays while supporting a wide range of community programs and activities.

Schedule: Part-time approximately 20 hours per week.

Position Hourly Rate:

$19.00/hr

Typical Duties:

+ Assist in the setup, facilitation, and teardown of, meetings, parties, events and program activities held on the Campus which may include moving and lifting tables and chairs, connecting basic AV equipment, assembling stage and seating risers, and taking on other tasks to ensure these operations run smoothly.

+ Open and close the facility at the start and end of events and/or daily operations following established procedures.

+ Ensure patrons and event organizers leave the facility in satisfactory condition according to Rental and/or Facility use agreements. May assist janitorial staff in general litter pickup and light cleanup duties.

+ Positively engage with patrons and participants. Help to de-escalate conflicts that may occur and ensure that rules and safety regulations are followed by all users of the Campus.

+ Greet patrons and taking telephone calls at the reception desk to answer questions about Campus amenities and Youth and Family services, direct them to Campus admin team, other staff and resources as applicable.

+ Provide backup to the Events Coordinator when they are not on site.

+ Support and fills in for other Campus staff as needed. This may include monitoring the computer lab, perform administrative/office tasks, and facility management duties.

+ Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.

+ Must be at least 21 years of age.

+ Possession of a valid driver’s license or driving privilege card.

+ Ability and willingness to connect and interact with people from diverse backgrounds.

+ Ability to deal with public under potentially adverse circumstances.

+ Ability to communicate effectively with the public, supervisors and other employees.

+ One (1) year paid work experience performing event functions at a performing arts theater or equivalent venue. Working knowledge of computers and standard office machines.

+ Must be responsible, punctual, and have the ability to make quick decisions.

Desired Qualifications:

+ Familiarity with AV equipment such as projectors, speaker systems, and computer related media devices.

+ Bilingual in Spanish and English

Working Conditions:

+ Moderate physical activity. Required to push/pull or lift light weights.

+ Exposure to intermittent stress as a result of human behavior.

+ Requires irregular work schedule with evening, weekend, and holiday hours.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

POSITION TYPE

Part-Time

DEPARTMENT

Community & Neighborhoods

Full Time/Part Time:

Part time

Scheduled Hours:

20

Salt Lake City is a place where your skills and dedication directly contribute to the community. With a team serving over 200,000 residents, we take pride in delivering meaningful work—from maintaining infrastructure to shaping public programs—with integrity and professionalism.

We value experience, accountability, and results. Our organization recognizes talent and rewards contribution, offering employees opportunities to grow, lead, and make a lasting difference.

If you're driven by public service and want to help shape the future of our city, we’d love to work with you.

Salt Lake City offers a competitive and well-rounded benefits package designed to support your health, financial future, and professional growth. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness (https://www.slc.gov/hr/benefits-and-wellness/) site.

Health & Wellness

+ 95% City-paid medical insurance

+ Dental, vision, life insurance

+ HSA (with $1,000–$2,000 City contribution)

+ Wellness clinic for employees & families

+ Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Financial Perks

+ Tuition reimbursement (up to $4,000/year)

+ Retirement contributions (pension and/or 401(k))

+ Discounted pet insurance, legal services, and more

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We know time away from work is essential for rest, personal needs, and family life. Salt Lake City offers generous paid leave to help you recharge and stay balanced. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness (https://www.slc.gov/hr/benefits-and-wellness/paid-leave/) site.

+ 12 vacation days to start

+ 12 paid holidays + 1 personal holiday

+ Up to 80 hours personal leave annually

+ 6 - 12 weeks of paid parental leave

+ Bonus leave credit for eligible rehires & public sector transfers

Our Recruitment Team is ready to assist you throughout the entire hiring process—from questions about job openings to application support. Reach the Recruitment Team at 801-535-6699Or email: [email protected]

The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 801-535-7900.

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