Seasonal Summer Ambassador

The City of Tukwila is hiring Facility Attendants serving as Summer Ambassadors to assist residents and visitors during anticipated high-traffic periods throughout the community. This is a temporary, seasonal part-time position assigned to support the City of Tukwila Parks and Recreation during the six-week period of the major international soccer event taking place in Seattle this summer.

Summer Ambassadors will assist recreation and city staff by helping guide visitors, monitoring activity in public areas, supporting event operations when needed, and communicating important information to patrons. This position requires excellent customer service skills, strong communication, and the ability to work independently while remaining attentive to the needs of the public.

This is a physically demanding position that requires extended periods of standing, walking, and moving throughout outdoor locations, including trails and event spaces. Work will take place in a variety of outdoor environments and weather conditions. 

Work Hours

• Work hours will vary based on event schedules, peak visitation times, international soccer game schedule and operational needs during the event period beginning June 11th – July 19th.  
• Onboarding and training will begin in May; programs will begin in June. You must be available to attend onboarding and training. 
• Specific dates include but are not limited to: June 11,13,15,16,19,24- 26, June 29-  July 1, July 6, 9, 10, 14,15, 18 and 19. 

This is a seasonal/temporary position and will not exceed 1040 hours.   These positions are also not eligible for health benefits or retirement.

Wage: $25.00 per hour

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years old; 
• Possess a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Six (6) months of experience in customer service, recreation, education, or similar environment. 
• Must possess a valid Driver's License. 
• Must be able to work with limited supervision. 
• Must be physically capable of assisting and participating in physical activities.

Special Requirements

• Ability to work a flexible schedule with limited notice, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid certification within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to pass a criminal history background check.
• Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to submit a clean Driving Abstract.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed primarily outdoors within the city limits of Tukwila.
• Schedule may include evenings, weekends, and holidays based on operational needs.
• Work involves standing, walking, bending, lifting, and interacting with the public for extended periods.
   

Definition: Clean Driving Record

For purposes of this position, a clean driving record means:

• A driving history that meets the City’s risk management and insurance eligibility requirements.
• No disqualifying driving offenses within the past three (3) years, including but not limited to:
  • Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Physical Control
  • Reckless driving
  • Hit-and-run
  • Vehicular assault or vehicular homicide
  • Driving with a suspended, revoked, or invalid license
• No pattern of unsafe driving, such as multiple moving violations that would indicate unsafe operation of a motor vehicle
• Ability to successfully pass a motor vehicle record (MVR) review conducted in accordance with:
  • Washington State law
  • Federal motor vehicle safety standards (as applicable)
  • City policies and insurance requirements

A driving record will be evaluated job-relatedly and consistently, and consideration will be limited to information relevant to the duties of the position.

Selection Guidelines

The duties listed are intended only as examples of the types of work performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and may be modified as operational needs evolve.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The City of Tukwila is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Additional Information

These positions work evenings, weekends, irregular hours, and/or split shifts.