Seasonal Event Monitor/Lead - Brookside Gardens

Salary: $17.42 - $19.75 Hourly

Location : Wheaton, MD

Job Type: Seasonal

Job Number: SEML-BG

Department: MC Parks

Division: Horticulture Frstry and Env Ed

Opening Date: 01/08/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

Description

Brookside Gardens, a Montgomery Parks facility, seeks a seasonal employee to assist with private events and rentals at the Gardens. The position is year-round, with most events happening within the March-October time period. We seek an energetic person who enjoys being outside, interacting with people, and who has an outstanding work ethic with great attention to detail. The preferred applicant will have basic knowledge of how an event runs and experience working a variety of events, but on-the-job training will also be provided, as necessary.

Examples of Important Duties

Assists with setup and breakdown of tables and chairs

Closes off areas of the garden for private use

Interacts with event guests and vendors in a friendly and helpful manner

Interacts with visitors in a friendly and helpful manner

Monitors and assists with Photo Permit patrolling

Additional duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED

One year of customer service experience

Must be at least 18

Requirements:

Ability to stand/work in sun for 4-hour periods in a garden setting

Ability to work flexible evening and weekend hours Supplemental Information

Important Skills and Characteristics:

Ability to exercise good judgement

Ability to understand and follow detailed instructions

Ability to adapt to last minute changes

Enjoy interacting with garden patrons

Ability to utilize a computer

Excellent communication skills; able to give and follow directions

Attentive to detail, responsible, and personable Working conditions:

Primarily works outside. Exposed to weather, wildlife, and potentially harmful insects (for example, bees, hornets, wasps, etc.) Must be able to stand for a duration. Works independently and as part of a team. Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds. Must be available evenings and weekends. A minimum of 32 hours per month from April-October is required.

Supplemental Information:

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Fingerprinting and background investigation will be completed prior to hire.

Additional duties and full list of Job Description available upon request.

May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)

M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.

THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION

2025 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR SEASONAL INTERMITTENT EMPLOYEES

The following information is a summary of benefits extended to all Seasonal employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). This is for informational purposes only and is subject to change.

Limited Benefits for Seasonal Employees

Health Insurance Plans

You are eligible for specific health insurance benefits if you worked, on average, 30 hours per week during your first 12 months of employment or from October 3rd to October 2nd each subsequent period following your first 12 months of employment. This equates to 1,560 hours over a 12-month period.

If and when you are eligible for benefits, you will receive notification directly from the Health & Benefits Office.

Eligible Employees Pay 35% of the health insurance plan premium and The Commission Pays 65%.

Medical

Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan

UnitedHealthcare Select Plan (EPO)

Prescription: CVS Caremark Prescription Plan Other Benefits

Credit Union

Sick Leave Benefits

This summary is intended to highlight some of the benefits offered by the M-NCPPC. It is not an all-inclusive agreement and is subject to change. For a more detailed description of benefits, please see the appropriate benefits brochure, service agreement or manual. For more information, contact The Health and Benefits Office at or .

01

Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?

Yes

No

02

Do you have one year of customer service experience?

Yes

No

03

Are you at least 18 years of age?

Yes

No

Required Question