JOB The Special Events Assistant supports on-site operations and coordinates with the Edinburgh Events Supervisor to ensure events run smoothly on the day of. Gain hands-on experience in leadership and events experience working Brooklyn Park Special Events such as Weddings, Golf Outings, Fundraising Galas, Community Celebrations, and other Special Occasion gatherings. This is a seasonal position with opportunity to continue working throughout the year.
Application Deadline: This job posting will be open until filled. If you have interest in this position, it is highly recommended that you apply as soon as possible upon seeing the announcement as the vacancy may close without notice.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Support on-site operations for each special event.
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Uphold standards and regulations for vendors and customers (including food safety, rules and regulations, etc.).
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Communicate respectfully and transparently with event attendees and vendors and resolve any disputes that arise between and among event constituents.
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Set up/take down of events including moving tents, tables, chairs, and other event equipment.
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Monitor room temperatures, janitorial supplies and cleanliness of the building. Light Snow and Ice Maintenance may occur.
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Ability to connect with vendors and caterers to describe expectations, facility use details and Departure checklist of expectations.
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Ability to lock or unlock a facility and turn on lights, prepare facility.
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Ensure a safe and healthy work environment and conduct business in a safe manner.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Anticipated Work Schedule:
The Special Events Assistant will work up to 20 hours a week depending on events and must be available to work weekends. Shifts may range from 5:45 a.m. to 12 noon, 12 noon to 5:00 p.m., 4:p.m. to 12 midnight.
Anticipated Hiring Wage: $15.30 – 19.67 depending on qualifications
Anticipated Start Date: May/June 2026 (Start date flexible subject to candidate availability)
Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully and safely perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to fully and safely perform the essential duties.
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Work is performed in several types of environments including office or meeting setting that may involve extended periods of sitting, standing, and moving about, facilitating a variety of duties around the Clubhouse throughout the day, evenings, or weekends in both indoor and outdoor facilities.
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Ability to lift objects weighing up to 30lbs.
We welcome applications from all individuals, including (but not limited to): people of all abilities, persons of color, Veterans, LGBTQ+ and women. If you need these materials in an alternate format or if you have a disability-related need and need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at either 763-493-8016 or via e-mail at
[email protected].
