ACTIVITY HOST- DOWNTOWN CARY PARK- TEMP

ACTIVITY HOST- DOWNTOWN CARY PARK- TEMP

Salary

$16.00 - $20.78 Hourly

Location

Cary, NC

Job Type

Temporary, Part-Time

Job Number

26-02603

Department

Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources

Division

PRCR Downtown Cary Park

Opening Date

06/08/2026

Closing Date

6/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

N/A

• Description
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Description

Are you passionate about events and programs? Do you enjoy community building? The Downtown Cary Park is seeking energetic and creative individuals at least 18 years of age to join our team as Activity Hosts.

As an Activity Host, you will be responsible for assisting with the execution and organization of Downtown Cary Park programs, events, and rentals. Activity Hosts should have a love for providing outstanding customer service, be enthusiastic professionals, be able to build relationships with various guests and enjoy special event management.

In order to support Park events, this position requires a flexible schedule to work varying hours. Daytime and weekend (especially Saturday) availability is required and some evenings, occasional early mornings and holidays as needed.

This is a part-time, non-benefited, year-round position, up to 20 hours a week, with a maximum of 999 hours per year.

The Downtown Cary Park is located at 327 S. Academy Street in the heart of downtown.

Typical Tasks

• Engages with visitors to facilitate a positive experience and assists guests in navigating the Park;
• Communicates with patrons to address questions and concerns, redirecting as necessary;
• Enforces Town of Cary and Park rules, policies and procedures, ensuring safety, efficiency and guest satisfaction;
• Serves as day-of contact for rentals, ensuring that renters feel welcomed and supported;
• Ensures renters have access to rented space(s) and checks them in and out;
• Ensures renters have the equipment and supplies needed and provides simple tech and set up support;
• Assists with event preparation and support;
• Provides program support by assisting instructors and students as needed;
• Secures supplies, class lists, and checks participants in for programs;
• Ensures program supplies are gathered and returned;
• Assists with periodic inventory of program, event, and rental items and informs supervisor when restocking or replacing is necessary;
• Assists with setting up and breaking down tables, chairs, and equipment for programs and events;
• Takes pictures for marketing staff;
• Assists in activating emergency action plans;
• Attends staff meetings;
• Performs other job-related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Superior customer service and guest relations skills
• Ability to interact with the public tactfully and constructively
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to lead with a commitment to access, diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions specific to the Downtown Cary Park and Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources policies and procedures
• Ability to acquire knowledge of Cary policies, procedures, and the services of the department
• Knowledge of basic office equipment and computer software
• General knowledge of first aid practices and techniques

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma/GED.

Preference will be given to candidates who possess the following:

• Some experience with in-person customer service and guest interactions
• Some experience assisting with special events or programs
• Some experience with Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Requires the ability to lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) such as chairs, tables, rolling bleachers, and event supplies. Visual acuity is needed in order to read typewritten and handwritten materials and to view a computer terminal. Must be comfortable working outdoors and able to tolerate occasional high and low temperatures outdoors.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Requires possession of a valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record.

Requires checking references, drug testing, and background check (which may include criminal check, education verification, and credit history review) prior to employment.

Cary ensures equal employment opportunities (EEO) are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.

Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern Employees

Cary employs temporary and seasonal employees and interns who generally are scheduled to work on a short-term basis. Employees hired as a temporary or seasonal employee, or as an intern, are not eligible for the Town of Carys full-time employee benefits package.

01

Do you have a combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma/GED?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record?

• Yes
• No

03

This position requires a flexible schedule to work varying hours. Daytime and weekend (especially Saturday) availability is required and some evenings, occasional early mornings and holidays as needed. Are you able to accommodate this type of schedule?

• Yes
• No

04

Please list days/times you are regularly UNAVAILABLE.

05

Do you have experience in a customer service and/or guest interaction role?

• Yes
• No

06

If you answered yes to question 5, please provide a brief description of your experience in a customer service and/or guest interaction role. If you do not have this experience, enter N/A.

07

How many years of experience do you have assisting with special events or programs? (Note: details must be included in the work experience section of your application) If none, please select N/A

• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 2 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 5 or more years
• N/A

08

Please briefly describe your experience in assisting with special events or programs

09

What is your level of proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel)?

• No experience
• Basic
• Intermediate
• Advanced

10

What motivated you to apply for this position?

Required Question

Employer Town of Cary

Address 316 N. Academy Street, Human Resources

Cary, North Carolina, 27513

Phone 919-469-4070

Website http://www.carync.gov