Three Sisters Visitor Parking Attendant

City of Crystal River (FL); Florida; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Crystal River (FL) is seeking a part-time Seasonal Parking Lot Attendant to assist at the Three Sisters Springs Center. You will direct vehicle and pedestrian traffic, guide parking, and deliver courteous customer service to visitors.

Responsibilities include maintaining safe parking areas, communicating with supervisors, and supporting in emergencies. Prior experience in parking or tourism is a plus; a Florida driver license and outdoor stamina are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in busy or high-traffic situations.
• Ability to provide clear directions and information to visitors.
• Strong awareness of personal, pedestrian, and vehicle safety.
• Ability to work independently while communicating effectively with supervisors and team members.
• Previous customer service, parking, traffic control, or tourism experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage vehicle and pedestrian traffic flow in city-owned parking lots.
• Safely and efficiently guide drivers into available parking spaces.
• Provide customer service to visitors including directions and additional parking areas in the city.
• Monitor parking areas for safety concerns, hazards, accidents, or incidents and report issues to the supervisor.
• Communicate regularly with supervisors regarding parking availability, capacity, and traffic conditions.
• Maintain professional interaction with residents, tourists, vendors, and partner agencies in a welcoming parking environment.
• Perform light maintenance and custodial duties including trash removal, cleaning, and minor upkeep of facilities.
• Follow safety procedures and operational guidelines provided by supervisors.
• Provide assistance during emergencies, evacuations, storms, or public safety incidents.

Skills

Traffic management

Customer service

Clear directions

Safety awareness

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

This part-time seasonal field position is responsible for assisting with the daily operations of the Three Sisters Springs Center. The Parking Lot Attendant is expected to represent the organization in a positive and professional manner. Attendants should remain courteous, approachable, and attentive while assisting visitors and addressing questions or concerns. The Parking Lot Attendant is responsible for assisting visitors with parking, directing traffic, and maintaining safe and organized parking areas. Duties include parking management, customer service, directing vehicle and pedestrian traffic, maintaining cleanliness and safety of public areas, and enforcing applicable City rules, regulations, and policies. The Parking Lot Attendant position plays an important role in ensuring an efficient and positive experience for visitors to the Three Sisters Springs Wildlife Refuge.

• Direct and manage vehicle and pedestrian traffic flow in city-owned parking lots.
• Safely and efficiently guide drivers into available parking spaces.
• Provide customer service to visitors including directions and additional parking areas in the city.
• Monitor parking areas for safety concerns, hazards, accidents, or incidents and promptly report issues to the appropriate supervisor.
• Communicate regularly with supervisors regarding parking availability, capacity, traffic conditions, and operational concerns.
• Maintain professional interaction with residents, tourists, vendors, and partner agencies while maintaining an orderly, safe, and welcoming parking environment.
• Perform light maintenance and custodial duties including trash removal, cleaning, and minor upkeep of facilities.
• Follow all applicable safety procedures, operational guidelines, and instructions provided by supervisors.
• Provide assistance during emergencies, evacuations, storms, or public safety incidents.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in busy or high-traffic situations.
• Ability to provide clear directions and information to visitors.
• Strong awareness of personal, pedestrian, and vehicle safety.
• Ability to work independently while also communicating effectively with supervisors and team members.
• Previous customer service, parking, traffic control, or tourism experience is preferred but not required.

• Valid Florida Driver License.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to work outdoors and remain active for prolonged periods in Florida weather conditions.
• Ability to bend, stoop, climb, walk, point and direct.