Ice Skate Attendant - Temporary

Pierce County; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Pierce County Parks and Recreation is hiring Ice Skate Attendants for the late autumn to early winter season. The positions are temporary and will run from the end of November through the first week of January, with shifts totaling about 20–25 hours per week.

Responsibilities include supervising the ice rink and lobby, assisting patrons, and handling rental skates in a safe, family-friendly environment. These seasonal roles are not eligible for County benefits, and applicants must be able to

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills and ability to communicate clearly.
• Intermediate ice-skating skills required to perform duties.
• Must be able to assist in injury situations and follow safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Monitor ice rink and lobby usage.
• Educate patrons about facility rules and policies.
• Assist customers in case of injury and complete required reports.
• Handle rental skates and ensure their return.
• Move equipment (e.g., goals) as needed.
• Work 20–25 hours per week during the season.
• Background check required.

Skills

Customer service

Ice skating

Safety awareness

Lifting/carrying (50 lbs)

Job description

We have multiple Ice Skate Attendant positions available!

• These temporary 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

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 more than 5,200 acres of parks, trails, and open space, ranging from community hubs to natural areas. We deliver diverse recreation programs and maintain the infrastructure that supports both active play and quiet connection with nature.

Our department is made up of four divisions: Park and Recreation Operations, Business Operations, Volunteer and Resource Development, and Park Stewardship and Infrastructure Delivery, working together to serve one of the most dynamic and fast-growing regions in Washington. Guided by our mission to create livable communities, we provide opportunities for people to connect with nature, learn about sustainability, live healthy lives, and experience inclusive, thriving public spaces.

Joining Pierce County Parks means being part of a forward-thinking team that values collaboration, innovation, and community impact, where your work truly makes a difference every day.

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.

• 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.

Our Recruitment Practices:

This is a competitive and meritorious selection process. Pierce County applications are reviewed by human hiring staff in accordance with the qualifications listed for the position. Pierce County understands applicants may use AI tools when preparing application materials. We recognize these tools can make the process easier; however, we ask that everything you submit genuinely reflects your own experience, skills, knowledge, and writing style.

During the interview process, you may be asked to demonstrate your skills, including writing and subject knowledge, and to speak to your experience in your own voice. Applicants should be prepared to respond to interview questions without relying on AI-generated responses or reading prepared answers from a screen. Any misrepresentation may result in disqualification or separation.

Applicants whose qualifications most closely align with the County’s needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status typically occurs within two to three weeks after the closing date. Some applicants may receive short notice to participate in additional selection steps, which may include assessments, phone screens, or interviews.

Upon offer, compensation is based on a range of job-related factors, including the requirements of the role, your skills and experience, and internal pay equity.

Our Welcoming Workplace Commitment:

Pierce County is committed to fostering a Welcoming Workplace where employees are supported, respected, and able to thrive. We believe a strong public workforce is representative of the community it serves and that fair and just access to opportunity strengthens public service.

Guided by the County Executive’s Forward Together mission, Pierce County works to build communities that are safe, welcoming, and connected. This same commitment shapes how we recruit, develop, and retain our employees. County employees make a direct and visible impact in the lives of residents every day, and we invite you to join us in helping keep Pierce County a place people are proud to call home.