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Easter Eggstravaganza 2026- STAFF

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Deadline: Mar 22, 2026 11:59 pm (GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Date: Mar 28, 2026 10:00 am - Mar 28, 2026 1:00 pm (EDT)

About the event

Join us for an EGG-citing Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday, March 28, at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road. Hop on over to Joyner Park for a "sunny-side" time filled with Easter joy! Join us on the Bunny Trail any time between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. to "poach" your eggs. That's right! No more “hard scramble" leaving you "fried." You now have three hours to leisurely hop in and collect your eggs - entirely at your convenience. And guess what? The Easter Bunny will be making a special appearance to spread Easter cheer! Bring your cameras and get ready for some EGG-STRA special moments. Learn more: https://www.wakeforestnc.gov/meetings-events/easter-eggstravaganza
Town of Wake Forest: Parks & Recreation Department
Town of Wake Forest: Parks & Recreation Department
Town of Wake Forest: Parks & Recreation Department
Town of Wake Forest: Parks & Recreation Department

About the application

Wake Forest’s annual Easter Eggstravaganza is one of our area’s most eagerly anticipated Spring events. There were over 7,000 attendees last year we anticipate the number of visitors to only increase and we need your help. Here are a few details: • Additional staff is needed on Saturday, March 28 (9:00 am - 1:00 pm), earlier start for those assisting with set up, parking and sponsor assistance. More details at staff training. • Pizza lunch and refreshments will be provided • Event staff training will take place Monday, March 23 (8:30 - 10 :00 am) – Town Hall Ground Floor Conference Room Contact Jada Smith at jsmith@wakeforestnc.gov or 919-649-6884 with any questions.

Terms & Conditions

1. Employees need to add Easter Eggstravaganza to the comment section of their timesheet 2. Police/Fire are not eligible for overtime as they are on a 28-day overtime schedule 3. Employees only receive OT over their regular scheduled shifts for the week (if exceeding 40 hours) 4. No overtime will be given for the event if vacation or sick in used in the event week Another option is flex time – in other words if you sign up to assist with this event, then you can come in later or leave early sometime within the two-week pay period. Keep in mind, this is between you and your direct supervisor taking into consideration coverage and respective workload. Exempt employees only have the option to flex time within the two-week period.

Shifts

Title Location Time Slots available Hours
Planning Committee Joyner Park Amphitheater Mar 28, 2026 7:00 am - 2:00 pm 1 7
message Reserved for staff planning the event.
Event Set Up/Breakdown Joyner Park Amphitheater Mar 28, 2026 7:15 am - 1:30 pm 5 6
message Assist with event setup and breakdown, including setting up tents, tables, and chairs in assigned areas. Place A-frame signage throughout the venue and install ribbon along the Bunny Trail. Support general event needs as they arise and break down and clear all equipment at the conclusion of the event.
Eggceptional Zone Joyner Park Amphitheater Mar 28, 2026 8:00 am - 1:30 pm 0 6
message Manage the Eggceptional Zone.
Volunteer Check In Joyner Park Amphitheater Mar 28, 2026 8:15 am - 1:30 pm 0 5
message Set up table with Rec Connects, Flyers, and Promo Items. Make sure staff/volunteers sign in with time of arrival and initials. Help Set up the Prize Table. Give the crowd counters clickers. Set Up Table with promotional items. Answer general guests' questions. Break down area at the end of the event.
Communications Team Joyner Park Amphitheater Mar 28, 2026 8:30 am - 1:30 pm 3 5
message Members of Communications Department.
Sponsor Assistants Joyner Park Amphitheater Mar 28, 2026 8:30 am - 1:30 pm 1 5
message Sponsor Assistants will assist sponsors with setup, breakdown, and on-site needs throughout the event. Report directly to Anna Bolton after signing in.
Amphitheater Entrance Guides Joyner Park Amphitheater Mar 28, 2026 8:45 am - 1:30 pm 6 5
message Entrance Guides will welcome guests at event entrances, provide basic event information, answer questions, and direct guests to key areas.
Crowd Counters Joyner Park Amphitheater Mar 28, 2026 8:45 am - 1:30 pm 2 5
message Crowd Counters monitor and count guests as they enter and exit designated areas to maintain accurate attendance numbers. Turn in clickers to the Parks and Recreation Tent at the end of the event.
Bunny Handlers Joyner Park Amphitheater Mar 28, 2026 8:45 am - 1:30 pm 0 5
message Assist the Easter Bunny character by accompanying them throughout the event, managing the guest line, and monitoring schedules to ensure timely breaks.
Egg Distribution Joyner Park Amphitheater Mar 28, 2026 8:45 am - 1:30 pm 11 5
message Egg Distribution team members will help make the Egg Hunt extra fun by handing out Easter eggs to children along the Egg Hunt Trail and guiding them to the correct age-group egg boxes. This role includes friendly interaction with families and creating a welcoming, cheerful experience for participants. Volunteers should be comfortable standing for extended periods. At the end of the event, assist with breaking down tables and boxes, packing up remaining eggs, and tidying the surrounding area.
Event Roamers/Line Enders Joyner Park Amphitheater Mar 28, 2026 8:45 am - 1:30 pm 2 5
message Event Roamers move throughout the venue to assist guests, answer questions, and help direct foot traffic, fill i n and provide breaks for staff, also assist event coordinators as needed. Towards the end of the event, they will serve as Line Enders by positioning themselves at the end of food vendor, Easter Bunny, vendor and Egg Trail line queues while holding a sign to clearly mark the last accepted guests. Politely inform guests that the event is wrapping up and that no additional guests can join the lines.
Food Truck Parking/Egg Distributor Joyner Park Amphitheater Mar 28, 2026 8:45 am - 1:30 pm 2 5
message Food Truck Parking members will flag down food trucks at the Amphitheater entrance and guide them to their designated parking spots. Once all food trucks are parked, they will step in to assist with egg distribution during scheduled volunteer breaks.
Performer Assistants Joyner Park Amphitheater Mar 28, 2026 8:45 am - 1:30 pm 2 5
message Assist performers by helping manage the crowd and maintaining appropriate audience distance to ensure entertainment can take place safely and without interruption. Set up and monitor roped-off performance areas, and communicate performance breaks or pauses to guests as needed.
Prize Table Joyner Park Amphitheater Mar 28, 2026 8:45 am - 1:30 pm 0 5
message Prize Table Attendees will assist with setting up the prize table and distributing prizes to guests. Responsibilities include collecting prize claim slips, locating the corresponding prize, distributing it to the guest, and marking the prize as claimed on the master list. Attendees should maintain a neat and organized prize area throughout the event. At the conclusion of the event, they will assist with breaking down the area and ensure all remaining prizes and the master list are returned to an event coordinator.
Roaming Photographer Joyner Park Amphitheater Mar 28, 2026 8:45 am - 1:30 pm 0 5
message Captures pictures of event happenings and event attendees for the event. Final photos will be uploaded to Photoshelter.
Volunteer Tent Monitors Joyner Park Amphitheater Mar 28, 2026 8:45 am - 1:30 pm 0 5
message Monitor the tent to ensure access is limited to staff and event volunteers. Set up refreshments and pizza, and regularly replenish water and beverages in the cooler to maintain cool temperature. Keep the area clean and organized, disposing of trash as needed. At the conclusion of the event, clean up and break down the area.

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Easter Eggstravaganza 2026- STAFF
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