Job Description

Posting number: 26-00985

Department: Parks and Recreation Services

Division: Parks-Recreation Services

Job classification: Extra Hire Hazardous - 1501

Posting type: Open

Categories: Parks and Beaches, Recreation, Parks and Recreation, Miscellaneous, Parks, Customer Service, Office and Administrative Support, Entertainment

Summary

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Help Fantasy Lights shine! If you love connecting with people, thrive in a fast-paced setting, and want to be part of something joyful this holiday season, apply today. We will have an interviewing event on Thursday, October 15th, so save the date!

• Hours vary, but typical shifts are 4:30 – 9:30 pm, 15 -20 hours per week.
• Fantasy Lights will run from 11/20/26 to 1/3/2027.
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
• These seasonal positions are not eligible for County benefits.

Examples of duties

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

Step into the magic of the holidays as one of the first friendly faces guests meet at Fantasy Lights, one of the region’s most festive traditions! As a Fantasy Lights Cashier, you’ll do more than handle transactions; you’ll welcome visitors, keep the flow moving, and ensure every guest has an unforgettable experience.

Your Role:

• Check guests in through our pre-reservation system
• Ring up customers using credit card/POS transactions
• Sell event products and merchandise
• Hand out sponsor items to each car
• Keep the energy high, even on fast-paced nights

Grow Your Skills:

• Build experience in customer service and POS systems

Work in the Magic:

• Enjoy the glow of thousands of sparkling lights while working outdoors

Make a Difference:

• Help visitors create memorable holiday experiences and contribute to the festive community vibe

Join a Fun Team:

• Work flexible evening shifts in a supportive, lively environment

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

Qualifications

• 18 years of age
• Ability to work flexible hours

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous cash handling experience
• Knowledge of cash balancing and credit card processing
• Great customer service

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.

Supplemental information

How to Apply:

• Complete and submit a detailed online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting “APPLY” above or visiting www.piercecountywa.gov/jobs.
• If you have questions about this opportunity, email the Recruitment Team at PCHRRecruit@piercecountywa.gov and include the job number and title.
• Individuals who need accommodation in the application or interview process may contact Human Resources at (253) 798-7480 at least two days prior to the need.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.

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.