Event Staff - Tampa, FL

Pay: $19/hour

Location: Tampa Convention Center

333 S Franklin St, Tampa, FL 33602

Event Dates: Monday, May 18 – Thursday, May 21

Required Availability: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

(Shifts range from 4 to 12 hours; must be available for the full date range)

Job Overview

We are building a talent pool now for a large, multi-day event at the Tampa Convention Center. We are seeking reliable, professional, and customer-focused event staff to support registration, guest services, badge scanning, and general event operations.

This is a great opportunity for candidates looking for short-term event work, flexible shift lengths, and hands-on experience at a high-profile convention.

Assignments will be based on skills, availability, and event needs. Possible roles include:

• Registration Desk Staff / Typists (seated)
• Self-Service Registration Assistants
• Line Monitors / Directionals
• Badge Scanners (Door, Stage, and Access Points)
• Command Room Receptionist
• Merchandise Booth Support
• Luggage Attendants
• Break Relief Staff (Breakers)
• Parking Lot Attendants
• General Guest Services Support
  
  
  

Some roles are seated, some standing, and some require walking throughout the venue.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist event attendees in a professional and friendly manner
• Support registration, badge printing, and badge scanning
• Direct attendees to correct locations and lines
• Verify credentials and badges as required
• Provide accurate information and answer attendee questions
• Assist with restocking supplies (badges, lanyards, materials)
• Follow event procedures, schedules, and supervisor instructions
• Maintain a polished, professional appearance at all times
  
  
  

Requirements

• Must be available for ALL event dates (May 18–21)
• Must be available between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM (shifts vary)
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Professional demeanor and appearance
• Ability to stand and/or sit for extended periods depending on assignment
• Basic comfort with technology (iPads, laptops, badge scanners)
• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow instructions
• Ability to work in a fast-paced event environment
• Knowledge of Tampa Convention Center is a plus but not required
  
  
  

Dress Code

• Black or white solid-color polo (no t-shirts)
• Black pants or appropriate dress shorts (no jeans or athletic wear)
• Comfortable, closed-toe shoes (black preferred)
• Some roles may require outdoor work; candidates should be prepared with water, sunscreen, and weather-appropriate items
  
  
  

Why Apply?

• $19/hour pay
• Multiple shift lengths (4–12 hours)
• Great short-term opportunity for event, hospitality, or customer service experience
• Professional, organized event environment
• Early applicant pool considered first as schedules are finalized
  
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

The Know Your Rights poster is available here:

https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf

The pay transparency policy is available here:

https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_ English_formattedESQA508c.pdf

For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, the Company is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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