NEOGOV · 21 hours ago
Specialist - Special Events Assistant
Brooklyn Park, MN
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$14.76/hr - $19.67/hr
0+ years expNEOGOV is a company that operates within the City of Brooklyn Park, which is a vibrant suburb of Minneapolis. They are seeking a Special Events Assistant to support the Community Events Team with pre/post event tasks and on-site operations for various community events. This role involves gaining hands-on event management experience and promoting inclusivity within the community during events.
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Responsibilities
Support pre/post event tasks and on-site operations for each event
Uphold standards and regulations for vendors and customers (including food safety, rules and regulations, etc.)
Communicate respectfully and transparently with event attendees and vendors and resolve any disputes that arise between and among event constituents
Set up/take down of Celebrate Brooklyn Parks events including moving barricades, tents, tables, chairs, and other event equipment
Promote Brooklyn Park events through culturally relevant marketing channels
Assist in connecting with communities of color, seniors, and families with young children
Work with the Recreation Community Events Specialist to review, create, and/or update events systems to promote sustainability for events
Maintain an inventory of supplies and equipment; distribute supplies and equipment; assist with ordering supplies and equipment for events
Support evaluation efforts through gathering and inputting evaluations
Ensure a safe and healthy work environment and conduct business in a safe manner
Create and lead activities as needed
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience in recreational activities, special events, or customer service
Current driver's license by the start date
Excellent communication and public relations skills
Ability to work cooperatively with other employees
Facilitate recreational programs and activities, creating an environment that is inclusive and supportive to all participants, addressing both individual and community needs
Ability to drive and park a truck attached to a trailer
Establish and maintain positive working relationships with peers, participants, and the public
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to write basic reports and office correspondence
Fluent in English; both spoken and written
Independently solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations
Ability to provide a level of customer service that meets or exceeds customer expectation and satisfaction
Ability to relate and work effectively with people from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, racial and ethnic backgrounds
Ability to meet physical demands of the job, including but not limited to lifting, bending, climbing, reaching overhead, pushing and pulling
Ability to lift up to 30 lbs
Preferred
6 months or more experience delivering recreational activities or special events
One year of work experience in recreation, event planning, human services, community social work, volunteer management or public health
CPR, AED & First aid certification
One year of marketing experience, including social media platforms in a business setting
Previous experience driving a truck with a trailer
Previous experience working with people from various cultural, socioeconomic, racial and ethnic backgrounds
Fluency in Spanish, Hmong, Russian, Somali, Lao or Vietnamese language(s)
Benefits
Vacation
Sick Leave
Holidays
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Retirement
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fitness
Direct Deposit (mandatory)
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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