Evening Event Parking Attendant (Seasonal)

Connecticut Zoological Society Inc; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport, CT is seeking friendly, dependable, service-oriented Event Parking Attendants to support Glow Wild Lantern Festival, held Thursday through Sunday evenings from October 1 through December 20. This role focuses on creating a safe, organized, and welcoming arrival and departure experience for guests.

Parking Lot Attendants direct vehicles, assist guests with parking and directions, monitor designated areas, and promptly communicate parking or safety

Qualifications

• Strong communication and customer service are essential.
• Dependable, team-oriented, and able to stay professional during peak times.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends during Glow Wild season.
• Minimum age 16; some tasks may require 18+.

Responsibilities

• Direct vehicles into and through parking areas in a safe, orderly, and courteous manner.
• Assist guests with parking-related questions, directions, and accessibility needs.
• Monitor parking areas and pedestrian activity; report safety or facility concerns to event leadership.
• Support guest departure and vehicle flow at event closing as directed.
• Communicate promptly with Glow Wild Event Lead or Zoo leadership about issues.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Dependable

Team oriented

Attention to safety procedures

Public event environment

Evening/weekend availability

Job description

Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport, CT is seeking friendly, dependable, service-oriented Event Parking Attendants to support Glow Wild Lantern Festival, held Thursday through Sunday evenings from October 1 through December 20. This role focuses on creating a safe, organized, and welcoming arrival and departure experience for guests.

Parking Lot Attendants direct vehicles, assist guests with parking and directions, monitor designated areas, and promptly communicate parking or safety