Summary This position will NOT be eligible for benefits, paid leave time (vacation, sick, holiday) nor participation in the retirement system. This position is being reposted to expand the pool of candidates. Previous applicants need not reapply. About our opportunity: The City of Asheville is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Event Staff in the Community and Regional Entertainment Facilities department. Harrah's Cherokee Center, located in Downtown Asheville, is seeking temporary event staff to work events as needed. An employee in this position greets patrons, takes their tickets, helps them find their seats, guards the doors during the events, and sells and attaches wristbands on patrons for their alcohol purchases. What you'll be doing: * Greet Harrah's Cherokee Center patrons. * Take tickets to events from patrons. * Lead patrons to available seating and facilities. * Maintain a cheerful demeanor toward patrons while on duty. * Help parties of Harrah's Cherokee Center patrons find one another. * Respond to patrons' inquiries about Harrah's Cherokee Center facilities. * Guard the doors where events are located. * Check identification to wristband patrons to purchase alcohol. * Count money and give change correctly. * Perform other related work as required. Benefits: * Salary: $17.70 per hour About you: We know your time is valuable. Applicants who meet the following minimum requirements or have comparable experience and/or education will be considered: * High School Diploma or equivalent preferred * General knowledge of the layout of Harrah's Cherokee Center facilities * Ability to stand for moderately long periods of time * Ability to walk short distances * Ability to speak clearly * Ability to maintain a cheerful demeanor for extended periods of time * Ability to exercise considerable tact and courtesy in frequent contact with the public * Ability to maintain high standards for performance of work * Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments Persons of all genders and races are encouraged to apply. Other things to know: * Work Schedule: Your work hours will vary according to the event schedule, so you must be available to be scheduled for nights and weekends. About us: The City of Asheville is dedicated to providing quality service for the residents and visitors of our beautiful city, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. Asheville, NC is a thriving mountain city that has a culture enriched in diversity. The City of Asheville values and respects a diverse community, workforce, and ideas, and is committed to promoting an equitable, fair, and just employment environment. Our organization seeks to create and provide access and opportunities to employees, residents, and visitors to fulfill their potential through inclusive engagement practices, relationship building, and an authentic sense of belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. The City of Asheville is proud to be a second chance employer. The City of Asheville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.