Parking Attendant - Mount Rushmore National Memorial

Overview

 

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Parking team at Mount Rushmore National Memorial!

Located in the beautiful Black Hills region of South Dakota, Mount Rushmore National Memorial is open year-round and operates retail shops and a variety dining outlets serving convenient grab-and-go meals and coffee. No matter what your job is, you will be a proud steward of the park and play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all our guests.

 

We’re hiring Parking Attendants to Live. Work. Explore. this summer!

 

Job Summary:

The Parking Attendant will direct guests in the parking structure and answer questions to ensure a positive guest experience. 

 

The Details:Position Type: SeasonalSeason Dates: August 2026 - October 2026

Pay: $14.70/hourSchedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

 

Why Mount Rushmore National Memorial?We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests. As part of the Xanterra Travel Collection®, we are the primary authorized concessionaire in Mount Rushmore, and proud stewards of the park.

 

Life in Mount Rushmore:

• Employee housing (dormitory-style or RV site) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style)
• On-site laundry facility, employee shuttle service, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)
• Fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
• Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world
• The adventure of a lifetime!

Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Learning and Development Program

Perks:

• Black Hills VIP Training Pass discounts for local attractions
• Retail, lodging and travel discounts 
• Planned employee trips and activities
• $350 referral bonus program
• No state income tax deductions in South Dakota

Responsibilities

• Act as a positive first contact with guests as they arrive.
• Provide clear direction and information to guests and vehicles on where to park.
• Respond to guest questions and inquiries in a professional manner.
• Help in maintaining cleanliness and clear surfaces of parking facility area, including but not limited to booths, grounds, parking spaces, walkways.
• Act as a crossing guard at the pedestrian walkway between the parking facility and the Memorial.
• Follow proper cash handling and payment procedures.
• Follow Company and departmental environmental and safety practices, policies, and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous hospitality experience is preferred.
• Ability to provide excellent guest service.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where tasks and priorities can change quickly and with little notice.
• Willing to “pitch-in” and help the team with tasks.
• Must be a positive team player with flexible schedules who like to have fun and have the passion to work.
• Ability and willingness to work outside in various weather conditions and temperatures at elevations over 5,000 feet.

Physical Requirements include:

• Constantly standing, walking, and handling.
• Frequently reaching outward, and lifting/carrying up to 10-20 pounds.
• Occasionally reach above shoulder, climbing, crawling, squatting/kneeling, bending, lifting/carrying 21-100 pounds, and pushing/pulling up to 100 pounds.

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.