Parking Attendant

Dallas Museum of Art; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Dallas Museum of Art is seeking energetic Parking Attendants for on-site weekend shifts (2:30pm-9:30pm) in Dallas, TX. The role involves greeting guests, processing parking transactions, and ensuring smooth flow of traffic in the parking facility.

Responsibilities include cash handling, assisting guests with questions, and adhering to safety protocols. Prior parking or valet experience is preferred; high school diploma or GED is desirable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous parking attendant or valet experience preferred.
• Ability to navigate parking systems and devices.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests in a friendly manner and answer parking questions.
• Charge lot rates and issue receipts for transactions.
• Verify names on lists and collect valid parking passes.
• Set up and move traffic cones, signs, and barricades as needed.
• Perform cash register procedures and report damages.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Cash handling

Parking transactions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Parking transaction systems

Job description

Description

Reports to: Director of Security

Department: Facility, Operations, & Security

Classification: Non-Exempt, Part-Time

Schedule: Non-standard, Weekend availability required, 2:30pm-9:30pm

Pay Rate: $17/hour

Mission: The Dallas Museum of Art is a space of wonder and discovery where art comes alive.

The DMA will:

• Place art and our diverse communities at the center around which all activities radiate.
• Pursue excellence in collecting and programming, present works of art across cultures and time, and be a driving force in contemporary art.
• Strengthen our position as a prominent, innovative institution, expanding the meaning and possibilities of learning and creativity.

Scope of the Position:

We are seeking energetic and customer service-oriented Parking Attendants to join our team. The parking Attendant will greet patrons in a friendly and positive manner, charge guests the appropriate lot rate and issue credit card or debit card receipts for all transactions, verify authorized names off lists, and/or collect valid parking passes as guests enter the facility. Assists customers with parking related questions and museum information.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follows all Safety Guidelines and building protocols.
• Greets each guest entering parking facility and assists guests with questions.
• Perform cash register opening and closing procedures.
• Collects revenues and issues credit card/debit card receipts to all guests.
• Scans QR Code parking passes from pre-authorized guests.
• Checks name off list of guests on the authorized parking lists for events.
• Sets up and moves traffic cones, signs and barricades as necessary to control traffic in assigned area.
• Perform machine troubleshooting and maintenance tasks such as changing out receipt paper and resetting devices.
• Reports damage to property and vehicles. Collaborates with security guards to collect insurance information.
• Follows all Parking Policies and Procedures.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education, Experience, and Certification:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Previous parking attendant or valet experience preferred.

Key Qualifications:

• Ability to navigate various systems and devices to process all parking transactions.
• Ability to effectively verbally communicate with guests and other employees.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to work in a non-climate controlled environment for entire 7-hour shift.

Our Core Values

• Act with Integrity: We are honest and ethical.
• Build Inclusivity: We create spaces where everyone can feel like they belong.
• Communicate Respectfully: We listen intentionally and advocate for diverse perspectives.
• Embrace and Drive Change: We are innovative, creative, and solutions driven.
• Foster Connections: We collaborate around shared goals.
• Maintain Balance: We encourage ourselves and each other to reflect and recharge.
• Remain Curious: We pursue personal and professional learning.

Our Commitment to Equity and Diversity

The Dallas Museum of Art is committed to building a culturally diverse staff and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The DMA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.