Job Description
Job description
Join Our Team as a Facility Attendant!
Are you looking for a flexible, part time job where you can be involved directly with events happening in your community? Or maybe you are looking for an introduction to learn more about the fundamentals of event management? The City of Des Moines is looking to hire multiple Facility Attendant positions.
We are ramping up for the Summer Season of 2026! June through September hours for these positions range from 20-40 per week.
Under the general supervision of the Community Enrichment Program Support Supervisor, the Facility Attendant is responsible for the care and control of multi-purpose event facilities around the City of Des Moines. Maintains all amenities, provides customer service, facility monitoring and security, and custodial/maintenance. This position will be working private events such as weddings, birthday parties, graduation parties and corporate events as well as a variety of public community events for the city that involve seniors, families and youth.
The Community Enrichment Department oversees events and facilities as well as parks and recreation programs for the surrounding community. Apply Today!
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled. First review on Friday, March 21st.
To Apply
Complete the online application at https://desmoineswa.applicantpro.com/jobs and submit a resume.
Salary
Ranges from $16.77 - $23.06 (DOQ)
Work Hours
These are extra-hire positions with no benefits except those mandated by law or regulations. Hours vary and include primarily late afternoons, evenings, and weekends. Generally, from October through May, the hours range from 0 to 15 per week; during the high season, June through September, the hours range from 20 to 40 per week.
Job Classifications
Positions in this job classification series are flexibly staffed depending upon qualifications upon hiring with advancement to higher levels as recommended by the assigned department.
• Facility Attendant I: This is the entry-level in the job classification series. Incumbents work under direct supervision while learning policies and procedures, progressing to working under general supervision as job tasks of assigned area of responsibility are learned.
• Facility Attendant II: Incumbents typically have basic work-related experience and work under general supervision while learning policies and procedures, progressing to working under limited supervision as job tasks in the assigned areas of responsibility are learned.
• Facility Attendant III: Incumbents typically have one or more years of work-related experience and work under limited supervision already having learned job tasks in the assigned areas of responsibility. The III level is differentiated from the Facility Attendant IV (Lead) classification by the requirement of the Lead to provide lead direction to and oversee the work of other Facility Attendants.
Education and Experience Requirements
• Facility Attendant I: High school graduate or GED preferred but not required.
• Facility Attendant II: High school graduate or GED and one year of customer service experience preferred, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Facility Attendant III: High school graduate or GED and two years of customer service experience preferred, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Requirements
Possession of and the ability to maintain throughout employment a valid Washington State Driver's License with a good driving record.
Possession of a valid First Aid/CPR card, or obtain within three months of hire date, and maintain throughout employment.
Must maintain current bloodborne pathogen training.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical
Because of the known effects of tobacco use, the City of Des Moines does not hire applicants who use tobacco products.
Successful completion of a pre-employment background and criminal history check.
Extra-Hire Employment
The City defines an "extra-hire employee" as one who is appointed to a position that is not eligible for benefits except those mandated by law or regulations, such as Social Security, state mandated sick leave, and workers' compensation insurance.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Des Moines is committed to hiring a diverse workforce and all qualified applicants, including all ethnic backgrounds and persons with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, ****** orientation, veteran status, disability status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, an employer is obligated to make a reasonable accommodation only to the known limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability. In general, it is the responsibility of the applicant or employee with a disability to inform the employer that an accommodation is needed to participate in the application process, to perform essential job functions or to receive equal benefits and privileges of employment.
General Information
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job classification, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.
The physical abilities described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The provisions of this job description do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.
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Join Our Team as a Facility Attendant!
Are you looking for a flexible, part time job where you can be involved directly with events happening in your community? Or maybe you are looking for an introduction to learn more about the fundamentals of event management? The City of Des Moines is looking to hire multiple Facility Attendant positions.
We are ramping up for the Summer Season of 2026! June through September hours for these positions range from 20-40 per week.
Under the general supervision of the Community Enrichment Program Support Supervisor, the Facility Attendant is responsible for the care and control of multi-purpose event facilities around the City of Des Moines. Maintains all amenities, provides customer service, facility monitoring and security, and custodial/maintenance. This position will be working private events such as weddings, birthday parties, graduation parties and corporate events as well as a variety of public community events for the city that involve seniors, families and youth.
The Community Enrichment Department oversees events and facilities as well as parks and recreation programs for the surrounding community. Apply Today!
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled. First review on Friday, March 21st.
To Apply
Complete the online application at https://desmoineswa.applicantpro.com/jobs and submit a resume.
Salary
Ranges from $16.77 - $23.06 (DOQ)
Work Hours
These are extra-hire positions with no benefits except those mandated by law or regulations. Hours vary and include primarily late afternoons, evenings, and weekends. Generally, from October through May, the hours range from 0 to 15 per week; during the high season, June through September, the hours range from 20 to 40 per week.
Job Classifications
Positions in this job classification series are flexibly staffed depending upon qualifications upon hiring with advancement to higher levels as recommended by the assigned department.
• Facility Attendant I: This is the entry-level in the job classification series. Incumbents work under direct supervision while learning policies and procedures, progressing to working under general supervision as job tasks of assigned area of responsibility are learned.
• Facility Attendant II: Incumbents typically have basic work-related experience and work under general supervision while learning policies and procedures, progressing to working under limited supervision as job tasks in the assigned areas of responsibility are learned.
• Facility Attendant III: Incumbents typically have one or more years of work-related experience and work under limited supervision already having learned job tasks in the assigned areas of responsibility. The III level is differentiated from the Facility Attendant IV (Lead) classification by the requirement of the Lead to provide lead direction to and oversee the work of other Facility Attendants.
Education and Experience Requirements
• Facility Attendant I: High school graduate or GED preferred but not required.
• Facility Attendant II: High school graduate or GED and one year of customer service experience preferred, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Facility Attendant III: High school graduate or GED and two years of customer service experience preferred, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Requirements
Possession of and the ability to maintain throughout employment a valid Washington State Driver's License with a good driving record.
Possession of a valid First Aid/CPR card, or obtain within three months of hire date, and maintain throughout employment.
Must maintain current bloodborne pathogen training.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical
Because of the known effects of tobacco use, the City of Des Moines does not hire applicants who use tobacco products.
Successful completion of a pre-employment background and criminal history check.
Extra-Hire Employment
The City defines an "extra-hire employee" as one who is appointed to a position that is not eligible for benefits except those mandated by law or regulations, such as Social Security, state mandated sick leave, and workers' compensation insurance.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Des Moines is committed to hiring a diverse workforce and all qualified applicants, including all ethnic backgrounds and persons with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, ****** orientation, veteran status, disability status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, an employer is obligated to make a reasonable accommodation only to the known limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability. In general, it is the responsibility of the applicant or employee with a disability to inform the employer that an accommodation is needed to participate in the application process, to perform essential job functions or to receive equal benefits and privileges of employment.
General Information
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job classification, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.
The physical abilities described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The provisions of this job description do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.
Job Posted by ApplicantPro
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