Parking Attendant, Intermittent - $25.98 to $30.4 per HOUR

Seattle Center is the premier civic, arts, and family gathering place located in the heart of Seattle, Washington. Spanning over a well-known 74-acre campus, Seattle Center is home to more than 30 arts, cultural, and entertainment organizations, as well as family attractions and a variety of tourist amenities. This iconic venue serves as a vibrant hub for the community, offering exceptional events, experiences, and environments designed to delight and inspire individuals while fostering stronger community ties. Recently, Seattle Center's role has expanded beyond its primary campus to include overseeing Seattle’s new Waterfront Park, an exciting collection of public spaces along the downtown waterfront that stretches from Pioneer Square to the Seattle Aquarium. As a department of the City of Seattle, Seattle Center plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for Seattle residents and strengthening the region’s economy and reputation as the area’s top visitor destination. The Parking Attendant position at Seattle Center is an intermittent role that offers flexible work schedules aligned with various event timetables. Because Seattle Center hosts numerous high-profile events, including seasonal festivals like Bumbershoot, Folklife, and Bite of Seattle, the hours for this position vary significantly and can include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in dynamic, public-facing environments and enjoy working with a diverse customer base. The hourly wage ranges from $25.98 to $30.40, starting at the entry rate with premium pay incentives based on hours worked, increasing the base pay by 5% to 25%. In this role, Parking Attendants are responsible for providing exceptional customer service by offering information about parking, events, and facility rules, selling parking tickets, and managing cash transactions efficiently and accurately. They prepare bank deposit documents, proactively greet visitors warmly, enforce facility regulations to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment, and maintain cleanliness and safety by checking for vandalism and managing signage. Being outdoors for extended periods in varied weather conditions, standing for long durations, and handling physical demands such as lifting up to 40 pounds are important aspects of the job. Furthermore, strong communication skills and an approachable demeanor are essential for successfully interacting with patrons from all backgrounds. This position requires candidates to have a flexible schedule with the ability to work at least 180 hours annually, including availability for key city events and holidays. Candidates must possess a valid Washington Driver’s License and maintain an excellent driving record, as the role involves operating an insured, privately owned vehicle during work hours. Applicants will undergo a background check and pre-employment physical examination to ensure compliance with City policies and safety standards. This intermittent position does not guarantee a minimum number of hours but offers opportunities to engage in meaningful work contributing to Seattle’s vibrant cultural and entertainment scene. Seattle Center is committed to equity and implements a blind screening process to ensure fair recruitment practices, welcoming diverse applicants dedicated to fostering inclusive community engagement.

• Must be willing and able to lift and/or move loads up to 40 pounds
• Must be able to stand, walk or bend for extended periods
• Willing to work outdoors in all kinds of weather conditions
• Able to work around cars amid exhaust fumes and traffic
• Available to work during events such as Bumbershoot, Folklife, Bite of Seattle, and all holidays including New Year’s Eve
• Successful completion of pre-employment physical
• Ability to pass background check in compliance with Fair Chance Employment Ordinance
• Submit a full driving abstract upon offer if required
• Ability to perform work on an intermittent/on-call basis with no guaranteed minimum hours