Employment
The Iowa Arboretum & Gardens is a community-supported public garden inspiring curiosity, discovery, and appreciation of the natural landscape. It strives to be a leading botanical, educational, and recreational destination fostering the value and enjoyment of nature.
Seasonal Event Assistant
Summary
The Iowa Arboretum & Gardens is a community supported public garden inspiring curiosity, discovery, and appreciation of the natural landscape. The Seasonal Event Assistant will work with other staff and volunteers on grounds to help with the set-up, tear down and implementation of successful public and private events at the Iowa Arboretum and Gardens, in rural Madrid, Iowa. The Seasonal Event Assistant reports to the Venue Manager.
This role serves to help event staff with daily tasks supporting events open to the public, as well as private events including weddings, reunions, celebrations and other events. This role also will help engage guests visiting the Arboretum. This position is part-time and primarily works varied hours, as needed, on a Thursday through Sunday schedule for a total of approximately 10 hours weekly.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist with the set up and tear down of outdoor venues, including chairs and tables
- Assist with the set up and tear down of indoor venues, including chairs and tables
- Assist with the pre-event and post-event clean up of decorations and activity areas
- Assist during special events, as needed
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Much of the work involves walking, standing, lifting, crouching, pushing, pulling, and carrying items.
- Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds and work dexterously with hands and arms.
- The Seasonal Event Assistant will be exposed to all weather conditions.
Duration
Summer season June 1 – August 31; approximately 10 hours per week. Potential to work weekend days in spring/fall, if needed.
Compensation
Pay is hourly at a rate of $10-$12 per hour.
Application instructions
Please send letter of interest to Kim Anderson, Venue Manager: kim@iowaarboretum.org
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