Fair Event Alcohol Monitor - ALK Global

Position Overview

We are seeking vigilant, reliable, and assertive Alcohol Monitors and Compliance Staff to ensure a safe, fun, and legally compliant experience at the Clark County Fair in Ridgefield, WA. In this role, you will play a crucial part in maintaining an enjoyable environment for all attendees, vendors, and staff.

Please Note: This role does not require a security guard card. Instead, we need highly observant individuals who hold a valid MAST permit and possess the physical stamina to stand in a single, designated spot for long periods of time. You must be comfortable remaining at a fixed post and possess the confidence to firmly, politely approach and redirect patrons who attempt to consume alcohol outside of permitted areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Stationary Boundary Enforcement: Remain stationed at a fixed post, beer garden exit, or designated boundary line to strictly monitor alcohol consumption and ensure compliance with Washington State liquor laws.
• Active Post Monitoring: Maintain a constant, alert presence in your assigned area—standing at your designated spot to monitor crowd behavior and prevent unpermitted drinks from crossing boundaries.
• Confident Rule Enforcement: Boldly and professionally approach, redirect, and instruct patrons to stop drinking or turn back if they attempt to take alcohol outside of permitted zones.
• Access Control: Monitor entry and exit points at stationary alcohol consumption areas to prevent underage entry and ensure no outside alcohol enters the space.
• Team Communication & Reporting: Maintain a high level of professionalism from your post, document unusual occurrences, and promptly radio or report any major disturbances or uncooperative patrons to management or onsite security.

Requirements

• Licensing (Mandatory): Must possess a current and active Washington MAST Permit (Mandatory Alcohol Server Training—Class 12 or 13). No Guard Card required.
• Physical Stamina (Critical): Must be physically capable of standing in a single, fixed location and maintaining an alert presence for extended periods (8–12 hour shifts) in an outdoor fair environment.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience in hospitality, event operations, crowd management, customer service, or a related public-facing field.
• Core Competencies: Exceptionally observant, alert, and possess the confidence to firmly but politely enforce rules with the public without shrinking back.
• Availability: Must commit to completely open availability for the full duration of the 10-day fair contract (including weekdays, weekends, holidays, and late nights).

Schedule & Logistics

• Shift Length: 8 to 12 hours per shift (primarily standing at a fixed post).
• Shift Availability: Day, Evening, Night, and Overnight shifts are available. Weekends.
• Morning or Swing 1730-2130, 1230-2130 and 12:30 -2230
• Payout: Paid promptly upon successful completion of the 10-day event contract.Why Join Our Team?
• Play a vital role in keeping a major community tradition safe, legal, and running smoothly.
• Gain valuable experience in large-scale event compliance and hospitality operations.
• Work alongside a dedicated team in a structured, supportive atmosphere.

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Are you comfortable standing for long periods (8-12 hours) and confidently redirecting patrons who are drinking outside of designated zones?
• Do you possess an active Washington MAST Permit (Class 12 or 13)?

Note: A valid permit is required prior to hire. If you do not currently hold one, you may complete the certification via Craft Serving. (https://craftserving.com/product/mast-permit/) <_ copy link into your browser
Please note that obtaining this certification is a prerequisite for employment but does not guarantee a job offer.

• This position requires open availability for the entire duration of the fair and pays upon completion of the 10-day contract. Can you commit to this schedule and payment structure?
• Please specify your shift preference (Morning, Swing). Note that spots are limited. Please see the schedule in the description.

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22