Senior Center Assistant - Park and Rec Department
Job Details
Category: Part-Time
Status: Closed
Posted: Feb 14, 2023
Close: Until Mar 14, 2023
Performs and coordinates a variety of clerical duties to support daily activities of the Center. Performs work related to assisting in programs/activity planning, implementation, promotion, and related support of Senior Center Supervisor.
Part-Time Hourly Wage: $15.00
ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE POSITION. Duties include the following, other duties may be assigned.
Performs a variety of tasks to support facility activities including front desk reception, program information and registration, program activity tracking.
Assists patrons with requests for information, forwarding complicated requests to Senior Center Supervisor.
Distributes publicity materials for Senior Center activities.
Monitors volunteers for Senior Center activities.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Maintains seamless customer service.
Serves in leadership capacity in the absence of supervisor.
Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES. None
QUALIFICATIONS.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Excellent communication skills
Requires the ability to work cooperatively with senior citizens.
Ability to work at varying schedules including evenings and weekends when necessary.
Requires the ability to concentrate and accomplish tasks despite interruptions and distractions.
Requires the ability to work as contributing member of a team.
Works productively and cooperatively with other teams and external customers.
Conveys a positive image of the City.
Ability to learn and follow City policies and regulations.
KNOWLEDGE and/or EXPERIENCE. The position requires working knowledge of the practices and techniques used in a community service office such as filing systems, telephone technology, letter and report writing. Requires a working knowledge of personal computer-based software programs that support this level of work, including but not limited to common office productivity software. Requires mathematics skills to compute sums and statistics. Requires sufficient human relations skills, present a positive image of the Senior Center and use patience in dealing with customers.
LANGUAGE SKILLS. Ability to communicate effectively with the public.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is typically performed standing, bending, stooping, reaching, walking, sitting, and lifting concession supplies.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE. High school diploma or general education degree (GED), and three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
WORK ENVIRONMENT. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee operates equipment such as, but not limited to, office copier, computer, telephone, or other related equipment.
The employee may be exposed to cleaning chemicals. All City facilities and vehicles are tobacco-free.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS. Valid Indiana Driver’s License. CPR/First Aid Certified.
OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS. Ability to work courteously and tactfully with customers and employees. Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule. Ability to use equipment properly and safely.
Interested candidates may submit an application by:
Accessing it online at www.cityoflaporte.com and mailing, emailing it or dropping it off at the Park Office at 250 Pine Lake Avenue, Attention Pam Carroll or at the Human Resource Department, 2nd Floor, 801 Michigan Avenue, La Porte, IN 46350. Applications are available inside the Park Office and Human Resources.
Applications may be sent via email to pcarroll@cityoflaportein.gov or asmith@cityoflaportein.gov.
Thank you for your interest with the City of La Porte!
The City of La Porte is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
The City of La Porte is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.
