General Info

Employment at the Chicago Botanic Garden

TITLE: Visitor Events and Programs Aide – Summer Evenings; Farmers' Market;
Flower Shows — FILLED

PURPOSE: To implement and assist with a variety of visitor events and programs at the Chicago Botanic Garden.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:
1. Set up, implement, and clean up assigned weekday evening and weekend visitor events including Summer Evenings, Farmers’ Markets, and Flower Shows. Includes setting up and taking down signage, loading in and assisting outside vendors, and serving as the on-site coordinator for the respective program.

2. Coordinate volunteers during programs if applicable.

3. Assist staff with other select weekend summer events as needed.

DEPARTMENT: Visitor Events & Programs

REPORTS TO: Director, Visitor Events & Programs

SUPERVISES: N/A

COOPERATIVE RELATIONSHIPS: Visitor Programs, Visitor Operations, Custodial Services, Security

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills. Enjoys working with people in an active, energetic atmosphere. Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions. Position requires periods of walking, standing, and lifting light weight (primarily signs/sign holders — no more than approximately 15 pounds). Ability to work independently, be a positive Chicago Botanic Garden representative, and solve problems as necessary.

Updated January 27, 2009