Traffic Director

Job Details: Job Location: Lucas Museum of Narrative Art

• Los Angeles, CA, Education Level: None, Salary Range: $18.42 - $18.42Hourly, Traffic Director – Lucas Museum of Narrative Art – Exposition Park Los Angeles, CA | Full-time / Part-time | $18.42 per hour About the Museum Opening September 2026, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is the first museum dedicated to visual storytelling. Located in Exposition Park, we're looking for Traffic Directors to ensure every guest arrives safely and navigates our site with ease — creating a great first and last impression from the curb to the galleries. Our Culture We believe great service starts with great people. Our team thrives on taking pride in their work, staying calm when things get busy, showing up because the team counts on them, and supporting each other. We invest in our people and treat every role as essential. The Position You are the backbone of event-day safety. Whether it’s a USC game, a concert at BMO Stadium, or a major museum opening, you are responsible for coordinating the safe movement of both vehicles and pedestrians. You control crosswalks, manage entry and exit queues, and ensure emergency routes stay clear. You’re not just waving a wand—you are the critical link between chaotic arrivals and smooth, injury-free departures. Your constant vigilance and professional communication directly protect guests, staff, and property. What You’ll Do Traffic & Pedestrian Control: Direct vehicles and pedestrians at crosswalks, entrances, exits, and internal roadways using approved hand signals, wands, and two‑way radios Manage vehicle queues, temporary holds, lane merges, and overflow routing to prevent gridlock during event rushes Rotate between vehicle‑control posts and pedestrian zones as operational needs shift during your shift Safety & Compliance: Keep fire lanes, emergency access routes, and accessible pathways clear at all times; immediately report any blockages or hazards Wear required high‑visibility PPE and follow Everpark’s heat illness, weather, and injury‑prevention procedures while working outdoors in sun, rain, wind, or cold Stay continuously alert to changing conditions—scanning for conflicts, obstructions, and unsafe behavior Incident Response & Guest Service: Provide clear, courteous wayfinding and parking information to guests without making unauthorized promises Stay calm and professional during conflicts; use respectful de‑escalation and call for supervisor/security backup when needed Immediately report collisions, injuries, near misses, or property damage, and complete accurate incident reports before the end of your shift What We Offer Pay: $18.42 per hour A supportive team culture that treats every role as essential to event success Growth opportunities — many supervisors and operations managers started in the field Qualifications: Required: Minimum age 18 or older Valid driver's license (only if driving company/client vehicles) Alert and attentive in crowds and heavy traffic Able to follow post orders, maps, signs, and radio instructions Clear, professional communicator Able to give firm, concise directions Able to stand and walk for extended periods Flexible schedule — evenings, weekends, holidays, and late shifts Reliable transportation to sites across Greater Los Angeles Preferred: Previous traffic control, parking, or event experience High school diploma or equivalent Bilingual skills are a plus Key Traits: Alert and situationally aware Calm under pressure and reliable Professional communicator Safety-focused with strong attention to detail Enjoys a fast-paced outdoor work environment Physical Requirements: Stand and walk for extended periods Raise arms and use hand signals repeatedly Bend, reach, twist, and step on and off curbs React quickly to moving vehicles and warning signals Lift, carry, and position up to 25 pounds (cones, barricades, signs) Work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, wind, and exhaust fumes Wear required high-visibility PPE at all times Ready to apply? We review every application personally and move quickly. Everpark is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants needing reasonable accommodation during the hiring process should notify Everpark. Privacy Notice (CCPA/CPRA): California applicants will receive a Notice at Collection explaining how personal information is collected and used, consistent with the California Consumer Privacy Act.