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City of Federal Way, WA

Café Attendant

Federal Way, WA · On-site

$17.13 - $18/hr

Community Center Opening Date: 02/17/2026 Closing Date: Continuous Basic Function *NOTE: This is a temporary, part-time position with no benefits. Hours may vary, 10 - 17 hours per week. Hours/shifts ...

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How much do community center jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for community center in Federal Way, WA is $77,083.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,300.00 and $114,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the community center position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Community Center Manager, you need experience in facility operations, program coordination, and community engagement, often supported by a background in public administration or social work. Familiarity with scheduling software, budget management tools, and event planning platforms is typically required. Strong leadership, interpersonal communication, and problem-solving skills help build positive relationships and address community needs effectively. These abilities are crucial for creating a welcoming environment, fostering community participation, and ensuring smooth and efficient center operations.

What is a community center?

A Community Center job involves organizing and managing programs, events, and resources that serve local residents. Responsibilities may include coordinating activities, providing support services, maintaining the facility, and fostering community engagement. Positions can range from administrative roles to program coordinators and outreach specialists. The goal is to create a welcoming space where people can connect, learn, and participate in various activities that benefit the community.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a community center manager?

A Community Center Manager's daily responsibilities often include overseeing facility operations, coordinating programs and events, managing staff and volunteers, and responding to community inquiries. Managers are also responsible for ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the center, maintaining records and budgets, and building partnerships with local organizations. Many days involve a mix of administrative work and hands-on interaction with the community, requiring flexibility and strong organizational skills. This dynamic role offers the opportunity to make a positive impact by connecting residents with valuable resources and activities.

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Infographic showing various Community Center job openings in Federal Way, WA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $77,083 per year, or $37.1 per hour.

Custodian - Community Center

City of Federal Way, WA

Federal Way, WA • On-site

$51K - $65K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Salary : $51,888.00 - $65,724.00 Annually
Location : 876 S 333rd St, Federal Way
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Number: 2600497
Department: Parks and Recreation
Division: Community Center
Opening Date: 07/30/2026
Closing Date: 8/13/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Basic Function
A position in this classification will be represented by Teamsters Local 763.
Under the general direction of the Community Center Manager and/or the Facility Operator, the Custodian performs a variety of custodial work to clean and maintain the general appearance of the Federal Way Community Center and grounds. The Custodian must work successfully in a team-oriented atmosphere and demonstrate excellent customer service and human relations skills.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain the floors; including sweeping, mopping, scrubbing cleaning, shampooing and vacuuming.
Clean locker rooms, cabanas, restrooms, kitchens, break rooms, administrative areas, café, lobby, fitness floors, track, and gymnasiums.
Dust, clean up biohazards, move furniture, empty garbage and trash containers on a regular and as-needed basis.
Clean windows and mirrors.
Dust, patch, and paint walls as needed.
Clean the steam room, sauna and spa.
Check parking lot areas and grounds for trash and general safety.
Perform cursory maintenance; replace light bulbs, ceiling tiles, shower heads, plunge toilets and urinals, paint and repair minor building damage and equipment, perform other preventative maintenance and small repairs.
Post appropriate warning/signs when persons should be notified of wet floors, wet paint, off-limits, etc.; utilize a variety of tools and equipment in the performance of the job.
Replenish/restock supplies and/or materials daily; provide input on products to order.
Provide direction to temporary part-time building attendants.
Assist other staff with duties and tasks when needed.
Maintain regular, reliable and punctual attendance.
Education and Experience
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to high school graduation and minimum of two (2) years custodial related experience required.
Licenses and other Requirements:
  • Successful completion of employment reference and background check.
  • Valid Washington State driver's license.

Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:
  • Safe and effective means to perform routine duties to maintain the cleanliness and safety of public buildings and grounds.
  • Policies and procedures and activities of the Parks Department as they pertain to the performance of the duties of the Custodian.
  • Microsoft Outlook and the ability to track supply usage and re-order, re-stock as needed.
  • Customer service and human relations skills.
  • Safe and effective use of cleaning chemicals and equipment such as floor scrubber, floor buffer, and power tools.

Ability to:
  • Provide excellent customer service while working throughout areas of the facility.
  • Perform light plumbing, carpentry, patch, and paint walls.
  • Have attention to detail and strong work ethic to get the job completed on time and have the facility cleaned to established standards.
  • Maintain an organized and clean work and storage area in order to promote safe and efficient operations.
  • Follow verbal and written instruction.
  • Effectively communicate with co-workers and patrons as needed.
  • Get up and down off the floor several times, climb a ladder and to work on your feet for 8 hours per day.
  • Work in a fast-paced environment; respond calmly and professionally to stressful or emergency situations.
  • Learn and uphold policies and procedures.
  • Conduct several tasks at once with frequent interruptions.
  • To drive city vehicles.
  • Be able to work unsupervised.

Environmental Conditions/Physical Effort :
Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. Exposure to heat, cold, dry, wet, odors, smoke, noise, vibrations, dust, mold and mildew, electrical currents, bodily fluids, or intense light. Must be physically able to perform frequent building walk-troughs, including climbing stairs. May also occasionally be required to climb ladder for event building decoration. Perform heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes in using various types of equipment. Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, equipment, control knobs, switches, etc. Must have minimal levels of eye/hand coordination. Must be adaptable to performing under high stress when confronted with an emergency. May be required to work long hours (12 -14 hours) periodically on days of special events.
The City of Federal Way offers a complete benefits package to regular status full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Regular status part-time employees, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.
To learn more details, visit our benefits page.

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