Event Worker - Luminations at The University of Texas at Austin in Johnson Wildflower Center

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Job Posting Title: Event Worker - Luminations ---- Hiring Department: Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 19 ---- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt from FLSA ---- Earliest Start Date: Immediately ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Jan 10, 2027 ---- Location: JOHNSON WILDFLOWER CENTER ---- Job Details: General Notes The University of Texas at Austin Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is committed to inspiring the conservation and cultivation of native plants through its gardens and programs. The Wildflower Center is the state botanic garden of Texas, a treasured Austin gem, and a national leader in the field of native plant education, gardening, sustainable landscapes, land restoration, plant conservation and research. It is home to the largest living collection of Texas native plants, welcomes 300,000 visitors annually, has over 18,000 member households and reaches more than 2 million people per year through its popular native plant database. The Center envisions thriving, native plant landscapes everywhere that nurture wildlife, uplift communities, and ensure ecological resilience for generations. Wildflower Center staff are University of Texas at Austin employees receiving all associated benefits as well as an annual membership to the Center, discounts on Center classes, access to Wildflower Center events, and discounts at the Shop and Gallery. An inspiring, collaborative and beautiful work environment with outstanding coworkers awaits you.. Purpose The Wildflower Center needs to fill multiple Event Worker positions to support our seasonal Luminations event, taking place 11/19/2026 – 12/31/2026. The ideal candidates will act as responsible representatives of the Wildflower Center to clients, vendors, and guests throughout the exhibition. Event Workers will ensure the Center’s policies and procedures are upheld during this special event. This position is entirely outdoors. Event Workers will monitor guests and the light display to ensure a positive guest experience, while focusing on safety. Please review the Work Shift section below for more information about the schedule. Responsibilities Greet and engage guests. Support Hospitality leadership and staff members. Lift and move items as necessary. Complete field work as necessary. Troubleshoot issues with exhibition coordinator. Communicate safety or operational issues to supervisors. Assist volunteers to their posts and communicate their responsibilities. Monitor parking. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED. Experience handling multiple responsibilities in a high-traffic area. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Reliable transportation. Ability to work weekends and evenings throughout the holiday season. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience working outdoors. Previous experience supporting events and exhibitions. Salary Range $18.00 per hour (firm) Working Conditions Ability to work outside in all types of weather, including extreme temperatures. Evening and weekend work is required. May walk and stand for long periods of time. Work Shift Weekday and weekend evening shifts are required. Shifts range from 4-6 hours, approximately 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm. The positions start on 11/9/26 and go through 12/31/26 (or 1/10/27 with breakdown shifts). There will be training and setup shifts scheduled between 11/9/26 - 11/18/26, and breakdown shifts scheduled between 1/1/27 - 1/10/27. Interested applicants should expect to work at least 75% of all event dates (see list below). Priority will be given to applicants who are available to work all event dates. Event dates : Thursday-Sunday: 11/19-11/22 Friday-Sunday: 11/27-11/29 Thursday-Sunday: 12/3-12/6 Thursday-Sunday: 12/10-12/13 Thursday-Wednesday: 12/17-12/23 Saturday-Thursday: 12/2