The Parking and Events Assistant supports the University of North Florida's Parking & Transportation Services by setting up and breaking down event locations, directing traffic, and monitoring reserved parking spaces. The role involves operating and maintaining equipment, providing customer service, and communicating with staff and visitors. The assistant also conducts safety inspections and assists with shuttle stop maintenance to ensure a positive campus appearance.

Responsibilities

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 & 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.

Requirements

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

Nice to have

Parking related experience recommended