Overview of Seasonal Worker – Guest and Event Services

The Gabis Arboretum is building a team of enthusiastic, passionate individuals to work in a variety of roles at the arboretum. Possible duties include visitor services and cashiering, assisting with the set-up and break down of events, and general reception duties.

The schedule is flexible and dependent upon business needs. Weekend and evening coverage are required.

Position Duration: This position begins April 21, 2025 and ends on November 11, 2025.

Duties and Responsibilities of Seasonal Worker – Guest and Event Services

• Facilities Maintenance: General custodial duties at the Depot such as wiping down tables, cleaning restrooms, empting trash. Assist with set-up and break-down for events, public classes, and meetings held at the Depot. Assist with closing procedure for the Depot and Railway Garden at the end of the day.
• Event Support: Assist with concerts and facility rentals such as weddings and birthday parties

• Cashiering and Visitor Services: Works in the Depot to promote general guest relations,  accept payment for admission fees, annual memberships, classes, events and other programs. Conduct general office tasks, including but not limited to, answering phones, data entry, responding to inquiries, etc.

Education of Seasonal Worker – Guest and Event Services

• High School Diploma/GED

Experience of Seasonal Worker – Guest and Event Services

The most successful candidates will have a combination of experience:

• Previous experience as a cashier and/or in a visitor services / customer service role
• Ability to work independently, self-motivated
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Strong communication skills

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