Traffic Control - Seasonal Event Staff

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION

Salary Range:

$15.00 - $30.00 Hourly

Starting Pay:

$20.00 Hourly

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Job Summary Traffic & Parking Control Staff are responsible for maintaining safe and organized vehicle and pedestrian movement throughout the event footprint. Staff will assist guests upon arrival, direct vehicles to appropriate parking areas, monitor parking availability, and help prevent traffic congestion.

Essential Functions

• Direct incoming vehicles at the primary entrance and provide clear parking instructions.
• Manage designated parking rows, monitor available spaces, and maintain orderly traffic flow.
• Monitor pedestrian crossings, vehicle exits, and areas surrounding the event entrance.
• Assist guests with locating appropriate parking areas.
• Keep fire lanes, accessible parking areas, emergency access points, and designated routes clear at all times.
• Identify and report traffic congestion, parking limitations, and safety concerns.
• Communicate parking capacity, backups, and traffic conditions to the Event Lead.
• Maintain a visible presence and provide courteous assistance to guests

Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates: Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or an equivalent driver's license and be eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver’s permit. PROVISIONAL DRIVER’S LICENSES ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.

NOTE: YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE WITH THE APPLICATION AT THE TIME OF APPLYING.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Previous parking, traffic control, security, or event experience.
• Ability to communicate clearly and provide directions.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to remain alert and attentive in areas with moving vehicles.

Additional Information

Background Check

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint screening, and must be successfully completed.

Probation

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a 6-MONTH mandatory probation.

Financial Disclosure

This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. The initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire.

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Requests for accommodation should not be attached to the application.

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