Minnesota Landscape Arboretum - Winter Lights Attendant

Minnesota Landscape Arboretum - Winter Lights Attendant

The University of Minnesota Arboretum delights and inspires hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. The Winter Lights Assistant is part of the Facilities Rental and Visitor Services team that will assist the Signature Events and Exhibits Specialist to assure the delivery of world class, dynamic special events and related projects throughout the year for our Arboretum members and the general public. This is a temporary position in Chaska, MN, working up to 40 hours per week with flexible days based on event needs. The anticipated end date March 6, 2026.

Job Duties

• Winter Lights install (30%) - Plan / display setup, organize lights / props, procure materials, install per timeline, prep S'mores Village.
• Event staffing (30%) - Run display Nov-Jan, check lights, firepits, safety, assist with s'mores, parking, traffic, snow removal, close nightly.
• De-install (30%) - Take down, dry / store lights.
• Other events (10%) - Assist with Oct-March events.

Qualifications Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range : $21.63 per hour; depending on education / qualifications / experience

Time Appointment Category : 100% Appointment, Temporary / 6 month, up to 40 hours per week

Position Type : Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff (Teamsters Local 320)

The University of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off; continuous learning opportunities; low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans; healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts; university HSA contributions; disability and employer-paid life insurance; employee wellbeing program; excellent retirement plans with employer contribution; public service loan forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity; financial counseling services; employee assistance program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost; employee transit pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.