The City of Santa Clarita has multiple part-time/seasonal (PTS) positions available in the Arts and Events Division. Under the leadership of full-time City event planners, this position will assist in the production of various community and regional events through the year.

Hours for these positions will vary throughout the year, with some weeks being 15 or more hours and some weeks where there are no events, and therefore, no hours. The successful candidate must have flexibility to work a variety of hours/days, including weekdays (particularly Thursdays), weekends, evenings, and occasional holidays.

Recreation Leader II:

$17.27 - $18.32 per hour

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in the production of local community events including the Light Up Main Street, Cowboy Festival, 4th of July Fireworks, monthly Senses block parties, monthly Celebrate cultural series, Concerts in the Park and many others
• Performs a variety of equipment set up by securing cords or banners to fixtures, setting large equipment pieces such as truss, stage, canopies, and dance floors, and placing tables and chairs for event booths and audiences
• Operates City vehicles to load or unload, transport and deliver equipment to various worksites
• Organizes warehouse and takes inventory of event supplies and equipment
• Provides information to event attendees and works event booths
• May provide technical assistance for stage lighting and sound for various events, as needed
• Other duties as assigned by Arts and Events Coordinator and/or Supervisor

Recreation Leader III:

$19.25 - $20.42 per hour

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in the production of local community events including the Light Up Main Street, Cowboy Festival, 4th of July Fireworks, monthly Senses block parties, monthly Celebrate cultural series, Concerts in the Park and many others
• Performs a variety of equipment set up by securing cords or banners to fixtures, setting large equipment pieces such as truss, stage, canopies, and dance floors, and placing tables and chairs for event booths and audiences
• Operates City vehicles to load or unload, transport and deliver equipment to various worksites
• Organizes warehouse and takes inventory of event supplies and equipment
• Provides information to event attendees and works event booths
• May provide technical assistance for stage lighting and sound for various events, as needed
• Attends ground breakings, ribbon cuttings, and dedication events
• Assists, directs, and trains other Event staff
• Other duties as assigned by Arts and Events Coordinator and/or Supervisor

Recreation Leader II:

• High School graduate or GED equivalent
• Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s license required
• One year of paid or volunteer experience in event organization, facility operations, or other related experience
• Prior event production and lighting/sound equipment experience is highly desirable

Recreation Leader III:

• High School graduate or GED equivalent
• Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s license required
• Two years of paid or volunteer experience in event organization, facility operations, or other related experience
• Prior event production and lighting/sound equipment experience is highly desirable

• Positive, team-oriented, self-motivated, and enthusiastic
• Ability to communicate effectively and positively, both orally and in writing
• Strong team player and the ability to work both independently and as part of a work group
• Ability to maintain professionalism and exhibit good judgement in difficult situations
• Strong work ethic, proactive, and the ability to learn quickly
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks in an effective and timely manner
• Ability to follow proper safety protocol and pay strict attention to safety at all times
• Ability to lift, drag, and push files and equipment weighting 50 pounds or more
• Flexibility to work a variety of days/hours

An online completed City application form is required to apply for this position. All employment information must be provided on the application. Providing a resume is not a substitute for completing this section of the application. Applications left incomplete or with a reference to attachments may be rejected.

All offers of employment with the City of Santa Clarita are made contingent upon receipt of proof of legal right to work in the United States and successful completion of a post-offer pre-employment physical which may include a drug screen and Physical Abilities Test, negative TB test on file, and Department of Justice fingerprinting. Criminal offender information will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. The City uses the E-Verify program to electronically confirm work authorization of newly hired employees.

As a City of Santa Clarita public employee, you may be called upon to work as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW) in the event of an emergency (in accordance with Government Code §§ 3100-3109). Before entering upon the duties of employment, all public employees, except those excluded by law, take and subscribe to an oath or affirmation set forth in the California Constitution, declaring them to be Disaster Service Workers in time of need.

In compliance with the California law, positions working with children are required to be mandated child abuse reporters. A mandated reporter is an individual who is obligated by law to report suspected cases of child abuse and neglect.

In addition, part-time, temporary, and seasonal (PTS) employees may be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull-Notice Program. This program authorizes the City to receive a driver record report upon enrollment and during employment.

PTS workers are at-will. Generally, PTS employees are limited to no more than 999 hours.

The City of Santa Clarita is an Equal Opportunity Employer

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

Part-time, temporary, seasonal employees are not eligible for benefits and must participate in ICMA-RC (deferred compensation as a replacement for Social Security).