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Porter - Sports & Social Cary

Cary, NC · On-site

$14 - $17.50/hr

Sports & Social Cary is a one-of-a-kind sports bar and social lounge located in downtown Cary. The 10,000-square-foot location will have plenty of TV screens for fans to watch games, outfitted with ...

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Dishwasher - Sports & Social Cary

Cary, NC

$12.75 - $16.50/hr

Sports & Social Cary is a one-of-a-kind sports bar and social lounge located in downtown Cary. The location will have plenty of TV screens for fans to watch games, outfitted with state-of-the-art AV ...

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Porter - Sports & Social Cary

Cary, NC

$14.75 - $17.75/hr

Sports & Social Cary is a one-of-a-kind sports bar and social lounge located in downtown Cary. The 10,000-square-foot location will have plenty of TV screens for fans to watch games, outfitted with ...

Sports & Social

Porter - Sports & Social Cary

Cary, NC · On-site

$14 - $17.50/hr

Sports & Social Cary is a one-of-a-kind sports bar and social lounge located in downtown Cary. The 10,000-square-foot location will have plenty of TV screens for fans to watch games, outfitted with ...

Sports & Social

Dishwasher - Sports & Social Cary

Cary, NC · On-site

$12.75 - $16.50/hr

Sports & Social Cary is a one-of-a-kind sports bar and social lounge located in downtown Cary. The location will have plenty of TV screens for fans to watch games, outfitted with state-of-the-art AV ...

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Host - Sports and Social Cary

Cary, NC · On-site

Sports & Social Cary is a one-of-a-kind sports bar and social lounge located in downtown Cary. The location will have plenty of TV screens for fans to watch games, outfitted with state-of-the-art AV ...

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Cook - Sports & Social Cary

Cary, NC

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

Sports & Social Cary is a one-of-a-kind sports bar and social lounge located in downtown Cary. The will have plenty of TV screens for fans to watch games, outfitted with state-of-the-art AV ...

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DJ - Sports & Social Cary

Cary, NC

Sports & Social Cary is a one-of-a-kind sports bar and social lounge located in downtown Cary. The location will have plenty of TV screens for fans to watch games, outfitted with state-of-the-art AV ...

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Barback - Sports & Social Cary

Cary, NC · On-site

Sports & Social Cary is a one-of-a-kind sports bar and social lounge located in downtown Cary. The location will have plenty of TV screens for fans to watch games, outfitted with state-of-the-art AV ...

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DJ - Sports & Social Cary

Cary, NC · On-site

Sports & Social Cary is a one-of-a-kind sports bar and social lounge located in downtown Cary. The location will have plenty of TV screens for fans to watch games, outfitted with state-of-the-art AV ...

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Work EnvironmentUrban, vibrant, with retail, dining, and entertainment optionsUrban, vibrant, with retail, dining, and entertainment options
Common EmployersLocal government, retail stores, service providersLocal government, retail stores, service providers
Required CredentialsVaries by role; often includes customer service or management experienceVaries by role; often includes customer service or management experience

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To thrive as a Downtown Cary Manager, you need expertise in urban planning, economic development, and project management, often supported by a relevant degree and municipal experience. Familiarity with GIS software, budgeting tools, and community engagement platforms is typically required. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder collaboration skills help build partnerships and manage diverse community interests. These abilities are essential for driving downtown revitalization, promoting business growth, and ensuring sustainable urban development.

What are Downtown Cary jobs?

Downtown Cary jobs refer to employment opportunities located in the central business district of Cary, North Carolina. These jobs can range from positions in retail, hospitality, restaurants, local government, cultural institutions, and professional services. Working in Downtown Cary offers the chance to be part of a vibrant, walkable community with ongoing development and events. Many jobs in this area benefit from close proximity to public amenities, parks, and local businesses. Opportunities may be available for both full-time and part-time work, depending on the employer and the type of business.

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Professionals in urban planning or community development in Downtown Cary often encounter challenges related to balancing growth with preserving the town's unique character. You may need to navigate community input, coordinate with multiple municipal departments, and find innovative solutions for sustainable development. Collaboration with business owners, residents, and local government is a key part of the job, and adapting to evolving zoning regulations or infrastructure needs is common. These challenges make the role dynamic and require strong communication and problem-solving skills.
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PARK AMBASSADOR- DOWNTOWN CARY PARK- TEMP

PARK AMBASSADOR- DOWNTOWN CARY PARK- TEMP

Town of Cary, NC

Cary, NC • On-site

$16 - $19.51/hr

Temporary

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Salary: $16.00 - $19.51 Hourly
Location : Cary, NC
Job Type: Temporary, Part-Time
Job Number: 27-02630
Department: Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources
Division: PRCR Downtown Cary Park
Opening Date: 07/10/2026
Closing Date: 7/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Description
The Downtown Cary Park is seeking energetic and creative individuals at least 18 years of age who are enthusiastic about giving back to the community by providing exemplary customer service to visitors to the Downtown Cary Park.
Park Ambassadors will work the Guest Services desk and patrol the Downtown Cary Park, serving as visitor advocates for all things in the park. As part of our citizen support team, your passion for providing exceptional customer service will contribute to our high level of visitor satisfaction. Acting as the first line of response to our park visitors, you will communicate in an open, helpful, and engaging tone and focus on finding the right solution with each visitor.
Applicants must be available to work a set schedule of Monday from 2 - 8 p.m. and Wednesday and Thursday from 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. The position may also require coverage during other staff absences.
This is a part-time, non-benefited, year-round position, up to 20 hours a week, with a maximum of 999 hours per year. Weekend and evening work will be required.
The Downtown Cary Park is located at 327 S. Academy Street in the heart of downtown.
Typical Tasks
When working the Guest Services desk:
  • Opens and/or closes Guest Services.
  • Serves as a receptionist, answers telephone, and greets guests.
  • Operates computer; computer work may be extensive.
  • Maintains and updates citizen accounts.
  • Sells items through Point of Service; performs basic accounting; prepares daily deposits.
  • Registers citizens for Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources programs.
  • Notifies patrons and instructors of cancelations, changes or updates for programs programmed by Downtown Cary Park staff and for all programs during emergency cancelations such as weather.
  • Withdrawals citizens from registered programs.
  • Assists with space reservation inquiries for private reservations, programs and events:
    1. Check availability; show patrons the space; receive requests.
  • Assists patrons with navigating the online WebTrac experience.
  • Operates standard office equipment.
  • Performs administrative tasks.
  • Gathers and distributes mail daily.
  • Checks inventory for Park branded merchandise and informs supervisor when restocking is needed.

When hosting an internal Town of Cary department use of a space at Downtown Cary Park:
  • Set up space with tables and chairs and audio equipment as requested by renter.
  • Meet with renter contact at beginning of rental.
  • Be onsite during the rental.
  • Take down rental and return all items to the storage.
  • Light sweeping and taking trash to trash house

When patrolling the Park:
  • Opens and closes doors at Academy Plaza and/or Gathering House, as assigned.
  • Dog Park:
    1. Portable bowls: clean and fill bowls; make sure they get returned and restacked.
    2. Doggie bags: ensures they are stocked
  • Performs light facility and ground maintenance and custodial duties:
    1. Wiping down tables and chairs.
    2. Checking bathroom facilities.
    3. Recycling and trash.
  • Conducts routine data collection.
  • Manages and updates non-digital park signage.
  • Provides tours of the park.

When working the Guest Services desk, when patrolling the Park and working as a rental host:
  • Engages with visitors to facilitate a positive experience.; communicates with patrons to address questions and concerns, redirecting as necessary; provides Park and Town information to citizens; assists guests in navigating the Park.
  • Gets to know our regular patrons, developing relationships with them.
  • Proactively identifies Park needs and suggests solutions.
  • Troubleshoots problems and issues, reporting anything that is beyond his/her scope to solve.
  • Assists in activating emergency action plans.
  • Enforces Town of Cary and Park rules, policies, and procedures, ensuring safety, efficiency and guest satisfaction.
  • Attends staff meetings.
  • Performs other job-related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of basic office equipment and computer software
  • Ability to interact with the public tactfully and constructively and provide top-notch customer service
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
  • Ability to acquire knowledge of the Downtown Cary Park and Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources policies and procedures, and understand and effectively carry out verbal and written instructions specific to said policies and procedures

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Requires a combination of education or experience equivalent to a high school diploma or GED and requires a minimum of 2 years of in-person customer service experience.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work in this class requires an employee to be able to hear and talk in order to communicate with the public and with groups under instruction. An employee must be able to climb, walk unassisted and move about freely in order to interact with patrons. Requires the ability to lift moderately heavy items (up to 25 lbs.) Visual acuity is needed to read typewritten and handwritten materials and to view a computer terminal. Work in this class is primarily clerical and may require sitting and use of a computer for extended time periods. Work will take place both inside in a variety of office and parks facility settings as well as outdoor work that will take place in a variety of temperatures and weather conditions. An employee must be able to walk unassisted in order to move about the park freely and perform park patrols.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Requires possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Requires drug testing and background check (which may include criminal history check, SBI fingerprinting, motor vehicle records check, education verification and credit history review) and satisfactory reference checks prior to employment.
Cary ensures equal employment opportunities (EEO) are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.
Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern Employees
Cary employs temporary and seasonal employees and interns who generally are scheduled to work on a short-term basis. Employees hired as a temporary or seasonal employee, or as an intern, are not eligible for the Town of Cary's full-time employee benefits package.
01
Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?
  • Yes
  • No

02
Are you able to lift moderately heavy items, such as chairs, folding tables, sports equipment?
  • Yes
  • No

03
Do you have a combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma/GED?
  • Yes
  • No

04
I am available to work the following shifts (check all that apply).
  • Monday shift (2-8 PM)
  • Wednesday shift (8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.)
  • Thursday shift (8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.)

05
Please list days/times you are regularly UNAVAILABLE.
06
What is your level of proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel)?
  • Basic
  • Intermediate
  • Advanced
  • None of the above

07
Please provide a brief overview of any in-person customer service experience that you have. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.
08
Why are you interested in the Park Ambassador position?
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