Ice Skate Attendant - Temporary - Multiple Positions Available presso Pierce County, WA

About the Department

We have multiple Ice Skate Attendant positions available! Applications received by Friday, October 10th may be scheduled for an interview on Tuesday, October 14th.

• These positions will work from the end of November through the first week of January
• Positions will work between 20-25 hours per week, and shifts are varied

• These seasonal positions are not eligible for County benefits

Position Duties

Why It's a Great Opportunity: 

This is a great customer service opportunity where you will be responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, and family-friendly environment for the public. You will be the point of contact for all patrons in need of assistance, as well as hand out rental skates and ensure their return.

Why It's a Great Department: 

Pierce County Parks and Recreation manages over 5,200 acres of open space, trails, developed and undeveloped parks.  We provide recreation programs and infrastructure in active and passive parks and trails. The department consists of three divisions: Parks and Recreation, Administration, and Resource Stewardship. Our mission is to be a leader in creating livable communities by providing opportunities for people to connect with nature, learn about sustainable practices, live healthy lifestyles, and enjoy vibrant community spaces.

Learn more about the Pierce County Parks and Recreation Department

Core Daily Responsibilities: 

• Monitor and ensure proper use of the ice rink and lobby by the public.
• Use strong customer service skills to educate patrons about facility rules and policies.
• Assist customers in the event of an injury.
• Fill out required reports.
• Ice skate and wear skates for long periods of time and work in cool temperatures.

• Move heavy objects such as hockey goals or ice bumper cars.

Minimum Qualifications

• This position requires intermediate ice-skating skills
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.

Other Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity please:

• Complete and submit an online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting "APPLY" above or go to:   www.piercecountywa.gov/jobs.
• If you have a question about this opportunity, please email the Recruitment Team at [email protected] and specify the Job Number and Title.
• If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
• Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing process, or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need.

This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the County's needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include assessments, phone screen, and interviews.

At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion means commitment, not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision.  Employees of the County have local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a great place to live, work, and raise a family?