Programs/ Special Events Production Crew - Seasonal July-January - Conner Prairie Museum : Job Details

Job DetailsJob LocationConner Prairie Museum - Fishers, INJob ShiftAnyDescriptionPrincipal Function:The Production Crew is responsible for assisting with set-up, operations and tear down of special events at Conner Prairie including but not limited to History on Tap, Jupiter Flights, Headless Horseman, A Merry Prairie Holiday and other public programs.Daytime hours vary but are typically from 9am-5pm. Evening hours are typically 5pm-11pm. Occasionally hours may fall outside the parameters listed here. Production crew team members may not participate in all duties described below. Program managers will seek to align team members skills, interests and availability with program needs. All qualified, interested parties are encouraged to apply.Applicants for this position should be 18 years of age or older.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Duties may include, but are not limited to:Event set-up and tear downLifting and moving of tables, chairs, props, scenic elements, etc.Decorating, repairing, painting props and elements required for eventsRepairing light fixtures for A Merry Prairie HolidayActing as Headless Horseman jump and scare characters (Costumes provided)Facilitating hands-on activities, demonstrations and guest toursAssisting with corn maze operations including selling tickets and assisting guestsOther duties as assigned; not limited to those within the scope of this positionSupervisory Responsibilities:This job has no supervisory responsibilities.Education and/or Experience:GED/High School Diploma desired. Audio/Video, theater tech, and/or special event planning experience desired. Experience using hand tools (hammers, screw drivers, electric drills) desired.QualificationsQualifications:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty according to the requirements of the organization. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.Competencies: To perform this job successfully, all employees at Conner Prairie should demonstrate the following competencies:CustomerServiceResponds to requests for service and assistance; Manages difficult or emotional customer situations focusing on listening without interrupting and keeping ones emotions under control; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Maintains confidentiality and meets commitments; Remains open to others ideas and tries new things.TeamworkBalances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyones efforts to succeed.DiversityDemonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.EthicsTreats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.Organizational SupportFollows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organizations goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.ProfessionalismApproaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.Quality/QuantityDemonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to promote and improve quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality; Meets productivity standards; Completes work in a timely manner; Strives to increase productivity and works quickly.Safety/SecurityObserves safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.Attendance/Punctuality/DependabilityIs consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and events on time; Follows instructions; Responds to managements direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternative plan.Job-related CompetenciesTo perform this job successfully, employees in this job should demonstrate the following competencies:Adaptability -Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.Technical Skills -Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.Oral Communication -Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.Initiative -Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently will stand; walk; and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee occasionally will climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and taste or smell.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less), distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more), color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors), peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point), depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships), and the ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus).Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is exposed to working in wet or humid conditions (non-weather), and outdoor weather conditions. The employee will occasionally work near moving mechanical parts, in high, precarious places, near fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold (non-weather), extreme heat (non-weather), risk of electrical shock, and work with explosives. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.Conner Prairie is generally open from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday, this position will be required to work beyond these hours and when open for special events.