Wheaton Urban District Event Monitor (Temporary – Part-time – Recreation Assistant V, Grade S5)

Please note: The salary range above represents this position’s earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $19.65/hourly.

WHO WE ARE

The Wheaton Urban District serves one of the most diverse communities in Montgomery County, where approximately 60% of residents speak a language other than English at home, with Spanish representing the most prevalent non-English language. This linguistic diversity is reflected in the district’s commercial corridors, where a substantial portion of small and locally owned businesses operate primarily in Spanish.

The Wheaton Urban District (WUD) provides enhanced services to the Central Business District to ensure that the Wheaton Urban District is maintained as a clean, safe and attractive environment to promote a vibrant social and business climate to support long-term economic viability and vitality. WUD services include ambassadorship, security, streetscape maintenance, walkway repairs, tree maintenance, marketing, promotions and special events.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Individuals applying for this position must demonstrate strong public engagement capabilities and advanced interpersonal communication skills. Given the linguistic composition of the Wheaton community, professional proficiency in Spanish is strongly preferred and will be considered a critical asset in candidate evaluation. The ability to engage residents, business owners, and event participants is essential to ensuring equitable service delivery, effective conflict resolution, and meaningful community trust-building in a majority-minority district.

The Wheaton Urban District is seeking an experienced individual who enjoys workingwith customers hosting a wide array of activities by groups holding public, private, and non-profit events in the Wheaton Urban District. The facilities include conference rooms, Veteran’s Park and Marian Fryer Town Plaza and will provide direct service to the permitted user/organizer, any event supplier employed by the user, and the public to facilitate safe use of the facility.

These events (private celebrations, fundraisers, recognition ceremonies, conferences, festivals, etc.) will frequently require work between 6:00 AM. and 11:00 PM. where alcohol may be served, and attendance may be 15 on the low end to 2,000 plus participants for major festivals. Event venues will be both inside and outside events depending on the season. Schedule may require evening and/or weekend work depending on the event.

Note: This is a part-time, temporary, hourly position.

Field Coordination / Event Operations

• Oversee the activity to ensure compliance with the Facility Use License Agreement (FULA) and permit in order to facilitate safe use of the facilities.
• Event preparation and cleanup: setup and breakdown of chairs, tables, removing trash, monitoring restrooms for cleanliness, and troubleshooting basic technology issues as needed.
• Operate specialized equipment, computers, tablets, and other technology, including Audio-visual equipment.
• Provide direction for contracted Building Service Worker(s), contracted Security Officers, and other staff, volunteers, or interns assigned to support the event.
• Exercise independent judgment without on-site supervision.

Administrative Support / Documentation

• Write comprehensive reports documenting the event to the Program Specialist.
• Ability to use the scheduling/reservation database.
• Become familiar with department policies and procedures.

Additional Information:

This position involves indoor and outdoor work in all weather conditions throughout the year.

This position requires the ability to attend meetings or perform work at event sites, public spaces, and other designated locations within the Wheaton Urban District.

Work Schedule:Most events occur between 6:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m., and this position will require regular evening and weekend work to support event operations, facility monitoring, and community activities.

Experience: One thousand two hundred (1200) hours of relevant work experience as a leader or instructor in one or more specialized recreation activities.

Education: Completion of two (2) years of college.

Equivalency:An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted

Medical Protocol: This position requires completion of a pre-employment Medical History Form to assess your ability to safely perform the essential duties of the role.

The applications of those individuals meeting the minimum qualifications will be reviewed to determine the extent, relevancy of training, and experience in the following areas:??

• Experience supporting public events, community activities, or facility operations in a customer-facing role.
• Experience using computer-based systems to support facility or event operations.
• Experience preparing administrative documentation such as event reports, logs, or summaries.
• Experience coordinating with contracted staff, vendors, or service providers during events or facility operations.