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Event Staff

Seattle, WA

$21.30/hr

Temporary / Event-Based We are seeking energetic and reliable individuals to support upcoming World Cup festivities. This is a great opportunity to be part of a high-energy, global event while ...

Muckleshoot Indian Tribe

Temporary Employment

Auburn, WA

$15.75 - $20.25/hr

The Temporary assignment provides short-term support by assisting with day-to-day operations and/or events by completing assigned tasks during the duration of the temporary assignment. This position ...

Muckleshoot Indian Tribe

Temporary Employment

Auburn, WA · On-site

$21.12/hr

MAJOR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Temporary assignment provides short-term support by assisting with day-to-day operations and/or events by completing assigned tasks during the duration of the ...

Seattleu

Temporary Employment Pool

Seattle, WA · Hybrid

Join Our Temporary Talent Pool Interested in temporary employment at the university? We'd love to ... events. Enjoy a generous holiday schedule, including a paid Holiday break closure in December ...

CORT USA

Event Installation Project Manager

Everett, WA · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

Coordinate on‑site with venues and vendors (AV, staging, flooring, HVAC/temp power, fencing ... Qualifications * 5+ years in tenting/temporary structures, event production installs, or related ...

Verstela

Event Ambassador

Seattle, WA

$25/hr

This is a temporary opportunity running September 21-24, making it a great option for friendly, outgoing professionals looking for short-term work and a fun event environment. Event Ambassador Duties:

Travel + Leisure Co.

Seattle Hiring Event

Seattle, WA · On-site

$21.30/hr

This event will take place on Monday, September 14th, 2026, beginning at 4:00PM. Due to limited ... Note: Temporary and/or seasonal associates are ineligible for Paid Time Off. * Medical * Dental

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Travel + Leisure Co.

Seattle Hiring Event

Seattle, WA

$21.30/hr

Seattle Hiring Event * 1619 9th Avenue, Downtown Seattle, Seattle, Washington, United States, 98101 ... Temporary and/or seasonal associates are ineligible for Paid Time Off. Medical Dental Vision ...

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Brooks Running

Temporary Recruiter

Seattle, WA · On-site

This is a temporary assignment (6 months). Your Job: As a Temporary Recruiter, you will lead and ... and events. * Develop, implement and refine recruiting strategies across multiple corporate ...

Brooks Sports Inc

Temporary Recruiter

Seattle, WA · On-site

This is a temporary assignment (6 months). Your Job: As a Temporary Recruiter, you will lead and ... and events. * Develop, implement and refine recruiting strategies across multiple corporate ...

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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary event in Seattle, WA is $19.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.39 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a temporary event?

Temporary event jobs are short-term positions created to support specific events such as conferences, festivals, trade shows, concerts, or sporting events. These roles can include tasks like setting up venues, managing registration, assisting attendees, providing technical support, or handling food and beverage services. Temporary event staff are typically hired for the duration of the event, which can range from a few hours to several days. These jobs offer flexibility and can be a good opportunity to gain experience in the events industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a temporary event staff?

To thrive as Temporary Event Staff, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow instructions, with previous customer service or event experience often preferred. Familiarity with event management software, ticketing systems, or audio/visual equipment can be advantageous. Excellent communication, adaptability, and a positive attitude help you stand out when interacting with guests and responding to rapidly changing circumstances. These capabilities ensure smooth event execution, high attendee satisfaction, and the ability to handle unexpected challenges efficiently.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in temporary event roles, and how can they be effectively managed?

Professionals in temporary event roles often face challenges such as tight deadlines, rapidly changing logistics, and high-pressure environments. Flexibility and strong communication skills are essential for adapting to last-minute changes and ensuring smooth coordination among team members. Effective time management and proactive problem-solving can help manage these challenges, while collaborating closely with vendors, clients, and onsite staff is key to delivering a successful event experience.

What is the difference between Temporary Event vs Event Coordinator?

AspectTemporary EventEvent Coordinator
CredentialsNone required, some roles may need basic certificationsOften requires experience in event planning, certifications like CMP or CSEP
Work EnvironmentShort-term, on-site at specific eventsLonger-term, involves planning, coordination, and overseeing events
Employer & Industry UsageEvent staffing agencies, event companiesEvent planning firms, corporate event departments
Search & Comparison IntentTemporary staffing, short-term event rolesEvent planning, management careers

Temporary Event roles are short-term positions focused on staffing specific events, often filled through staffing agencies. Event Coordinators are responsible for planning and managing events over a longer period, requiring experience and sometimes certifications. While both roles are involved in events, Temporary Events are more about immediate staffing needs, whereas Event Coordinators handle comprehensive event management.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Event job openings in Seattle, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,795 per year, or $19.6 per hour.

Temporary Event Assistant

Seattle, WA

PCC Community Markets
Supermarkets and Grocery Stores • 1 - 5K employees
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The primary role of the Temporary EventAssistantis to support PCC events, held in-store and offsite, during Q4 (Oct – Dec) 2026. They provide support to the event lead, including event set up and breakdown. They will be a PCC brand ambassador during each event, providing excellent customer service and engaging dialogue with event attendees.

Q4 2026 Event Shifts

  • Thursday, October 1 from 9AM – 3PM at PCC Corner Market
  • Friday, October 2 from 1 – 7PM at Ballard PCC
  • Saturday, October 3 from 10AM – 4PM at West Seattle PCC
  • Sunday, October 4 from 9AM – 3PM at Redmond PCC
  • Friday, October 9 from 1 – 7PM at Green Lake Aurora PCC
  • Saturday, October 10 from 10AM – 4PM at Burien PCC
  • Saturday, October 10 from 10AM – 4PM at Central District PCC
  • Sunday, October 11 from 8AM – 2PM at View Ridge PCC
  • Thursday, October 15 from 1 – 7PM at Kirkland PCC
  • Friday, October 16 from 1 – 7PM at Green Lake Village PCC
  • Saturday, October 17 from 12 – 6PM at Fremont PCC
  • Sunday, October 18 from 10AM – 4PM at Bellevue PCC
  • Sunday, October 18 from 9AM – 3PM at Bothell PCC
  • Monday, October 19 from 1 – 7PM at Columbia City PCC
  • Saturday, October 24 from 11AM – 5PM at Edmonds PCC
  • Sunday, October 25 from 10AM – 4PM at Madison Valley PCC
  • Monday, October 26 from 1 – 7PM at Issaquah PCC
  • Wednesday, December 9 from 1 – 7PM at Westland Distillery, Seattle

US-WA-Seattle
1320 4th Ave

If you’re a people person, you’re a PCC person. Maybe it’s our co-op roots, or maybe it’s our Northwest nature, but we embrace stewardship and take action because we care. As one of the most trusted grocers in Seattle, we foster high standards and look to our staff members to build trust by acting with integrity — toward our members and shoppers, and toward each other.

PCC is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. We value all the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression, unique capabilities and talent that our staff members invest in their work, stores and communities. Valuing diversity is a significant part of our culture, our values and PCC’s success.

PCC provides equal employment opportunities to all staff members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.


  • Provides support to the event lead, including set-up, execution and breakdown.
  • Hosts one table during each event, acting as a PCC brand ambassador, providing excellent customer service and engaging dialogue with event attendees.
  • Works effectively as part of a team, collaborating with the event lead and PCC staff.
  • Follows safe food-handling procedures.
  • This position works consistently at a light physical work level and may be asked to work on occasion at a medium or heavy physical work level when supporting stores or other offsite events. Frequently required to sit, walk, reach, and grasp. Occasionally required to be on feet with a mix of standing and walking throughout shift.

Required Qualifications
  • Available to work a minimum of 5 events scheduled in October 2026
  • Available to work the scheduled event on 12/9/26 from 1-7pm
  • Demonstrated excellent, professional customer service skills 
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Ability to meet physical requirements of standing, twisting, bending, repetitive motion and lifting up to 30 lbs. on a regular basis
  • Reliable transportation and ability to travel to PCC and other locations
Desired Qualifications
  • Knowledge of PCC Membership program
  • Previous experience working in a store retail environment

Benefits: This is a temporary position. Employees are eligible for Paid Sick and Safe Time (PSST) in accordance with applicable Seattle and Washington State requirements. Other benefits are not provided unless otherwise specified.

Learn more at https://www.pccmarkets.com/about/jobs/benefits/


This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties, responsibilities, and requirements, but constitutes a general definition of the position’s scope and function within our company. PCC Community Markets reserves the right to amend and change duties, responsibilities, and requirements to meet the changing industry or business needs as necessary.

Work occurs in an office, a variety of off-site environments and in a grocery store environment which includes surfaces that can be wet and slippery, moderate noise level, and temperature extremes in controlled environments in the cooler and freezer, and depending on location, working outside in all temperatures. There may be exposure to certain allergens and / or chemicals. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, and other applicable state or local law, we will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.


Starting Wage: $22.03/hour

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