Manager on Duty - Special Events (85627)

Do you thrive in fast-paced, community-focused environments and enjoy bringing events to life? The Erie Community Center (ECC) is looking for energetic, organized, and customer-focused team members to join us as Manager on Duty – Special Events to support a variety of exciting community, youth, and special events.

In this role, you’ll help create memorable experiences for guests by assisting with event operations, coordinating logistics, supporting staff and volunteers, and ensuring events run safely and smoothly from setup to teardown. Whether helping lead a large community event or supporting day-to-day recreation operations, you’ll play an important role in delivering high-quality programs that bring people together.

The ideal candidate is dependable, adaptable, and enjoys working as part of a collaborative team. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm and professional in dynamic situations are essential. If you’re passionate about community engagement, event operations, and creating welcoming experiences for all participants, we encourage you to apply.

Please note: Due to our upcoming fireworks celebration, we are not planning to start interviews for this position until the week of July 6th.

Part-Time, Hourly
2026 Hiring Range:	$20.23/hr - $22.76/hr
2026 Full Range:	$20.23/hr - $25.79/hr

Posting Dates: 6/22/26 - 6/30/26

** All incomplete applications will be withdrawn from the process once the positions are filled.

Accommodations

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact Risk Management and Recruitment at RiskManagement@erieco.gov and Recruitment@erieco.gov.

To review the full job description(s), including a full list of duties and physical & environmental factors, visit our Job Description page here.

Anticipated Work Schedule: Part-time to include early mornings, nights, and weekends as needed; not to exceed 130 hours/month on average.

Schedule may vary depending on program specific needs.

Duties And Responsibilities:

Manager Duties

Assist the Coordinator in performing daily duties in a variety of recreation and special event operations. This includes, but is not limited to, community events, special events, and youth events.
Act as Manager on Duty and lead or assist with event operations and aid in internal and external special events.
Provide exceptional guest service to all guests. Respond to information requests, comments, and complaints from the public.
Maintain work area, facilities, equipment, and reports.
Set up, tear down of event related equipment required, including but not limited to tables, chairs, tents, trash cans, signage, and other event related items. Inspects for safety hazards.
Attend and participate in staff meetings and trainings.
May assist with training staff or volunteers.
Ensure the safety of guests and program participants by enforcing all rules and policies with staff and guests.
Remain composed and makes sound judgments in any emergency or non-emergency situation. Respond to emergency situations, administers first aid, CPR, or other medical attention as needed, and complete incident reports.
Maintain frequent communication with staff within the Community Center and Division and reports any issues or concerns with inventory, facility conditions, policies and incidents to supervisory staff as needed.
Provide direct supervision for staff and volunteers for internal events as well as events conducted by outside organizations.
Manage event supply inventory to include preparing and collecting supplies, monitoring inventory, and making recommendations for new purchases

Other/Miscellaneous

Perform other related duties as assigned

Town Wide Expectations/Duties

Serve as a professional ambassador of the Town by maintaining a professional image, a team-based collaborative approach, and high ethical standards.
Inspect facilities and program areas to ensure a safe environment. Report safety concerns as needed
Interpret, communicate, and enforce all Department, Town, County, State and Federal policies and procedures within areas of program responsibility.
Complete all required safety trainings in a timely manner and ensures staff compliance
Develop and accomplish goals and objectives to support the Department and Town mission