Humboldt County Fair Association Seasonal Event Staff Ferndale, CA · Part time

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Since 1896 the Humboldt County Fair Association (HCFA) has held the annual Humboldt County Fair. The Association was formally established in December 26, 1924 as a California non-profit public benefit corporation. HCFA is governed by an eleven (11) member Board of Directors, the policy and financial policy making body for the Association, and they designate a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) responsible for implementing their direction and managing the Association's employees. The Association entered into an agreement with the County of Humboldt to manage the Humboldt County Fair and Event Center. The Association acts as the County's agent to operate and manage the Center. The Fairgrounds are located in the town of Ferndale and includes approximately 65-acres that houses exhibit buildings, livestock barns, a historic grandstand, a 1/2 mile dirt horse racing track, midway and carnival lots. Included on the property is a recreational vehicle park with 60 site hooks and dry campground facilities.

Key Responsibilities

Seasonal Event Staff may be assigned to a range of duties, including but not limited to:

• Gate admissions and ticket scanning
• Cash handling and cashier support
• Custodial and grounds maintenance
• Grandstands and event area attendance
• General event support as needed

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, outdoor event environment
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Dependable and punctual
• Willingness to take on a variety of tasks as assigned
• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods

Schedule

• Seasonal / temporary position aligned with event dates
• Must be available for assigned shifts, including evenings and weekends

Compensation

• Hourly, based on role and experience