Parking and Events Assistant (OPS Part Time)

University of North Florida; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 1,653,000 - 2,204,000; Part time

Job summary

University of North Florida is seeking an entry-level, part-time Parking Attendant to support event operations and campus parking services. The role involves outdoor duties, equipment handling, and customer service in a busy university setting.

Applicants should be able to work a flexible daytime, evening, and weekend schedule and pass a background check. Training will be provided to ensure safety and service standards are met.

Qualifications

• Provide professional customer service while following university policies.
• Able to work independently and manage tasks with supervision as needed.
• Background check required for employment.
• Must be willing to work outdoors in varying conditions.

Responsibilities

• Set up event locations prior to scheduled activities and assist with event breakdown, including equipment removal.
• Monitor and oversee reserved parking spaces in surface lots and parking garages.
• Operate and maintain Parking and Transportation Services equipment safely.
• Communicate operational updates and safety concerns with supervisors and staff.
• Assist with shuttle stop inspections and campus appearance maintenance.
• Conduct routine safety inspections of event and parking areas.

Skills

Customer service

Independent worker

Outdoor work

Background check

Job description

• Able to work outside and lift materials weighing up to 45 lbs.
• Entry level position, training will be provided
• Parking related experience recommended
  

• Customer service experience required
• Able to work independently
• Driver's background check required
• Able to work outside and lift materials weighing up to 45 lbs.
• Entry level position, training will be provided
• Parking related experience recommended
  

Required Qualifications

• Set up event locations prior to scheduled activities and assist with event breakdown, including the removal of equipment and materials. Direct traffic flow as needed.
• Monitor and oversee reserved parking spaces in surface lots and parking garages.
• Operate and maintain Parking and Transportation Services equipment in a safe, responsible, and effective manner.
• Provide professional customer service and effectively address challenging situations while following established University policies and procedures.
• Communicate regularly with supervisors regarding operational updates, concerns, and event-related information.
• Prioritize and complete assigned tasks efficiently, following supervisor direction and departmental needs.
• Work a flexible part‑time schedule, including daytime, evening, and weekend hours, based on event and operational requirements.
• Maintain clear, professional communication with University staff, event organizers, vendors, and visitors to support successful event operations.
• Assist with shuttle stop inspections and basic maintenance to ensure cleanliness, functionality, and a positive campus appearance.
• Conduct routine safety inspections of event and parking areas, identifying and reporting issues such as lighting outages, damaged wheel stops, signage concerns, or other safety hazards.
  

Statement(s) of Understanding

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.

The holder of this position is designated as a Responsible Employee pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the Universitys Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator

Equal Opportunity

The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences.

The University of North Florida does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.

Carnegie

UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the Universitys collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNFs mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.