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Community Center Assistant
Job Number 06-57
Parks & Recreation 

SALARY:  $12.00 - $18.00 per hour to start  DOE
DATE CLOSED:  Open until filled.
HOURS & DURATION: Up to 20 hours per week. This is a supplemental, non-benefited position limited to 1040 hours per calendar year. Scheduled shifts may include various day and/or evening shifts, Monday through Saturday to cover Community Center operations. Sunday shifts may be available depending upon rental demands.
TO APPLY:
Please submit cover letter explaining why you are interested in this position and hours of availability, along with a completed City of Redmond application packet via the online submission system. This is a 244 kb size file, and other options are available. (The application packet  is in the Adobe Acrobat format, and a minimum of Acrobat 4.0 is required. Obtain free Acrobat Reader to view/print.)

The City of Redmond is an Equal Opportunity Employer; The City of Redmond provides reasonable accommodation to those with disabilities.

Duties:
Provides on-site assistance in the operation of the Old Redmond Schoolhouse Community Center. Under the direction of the Facility Manager, this position will provide administrative and clerical support for the Community Center and Parks and Recreation staff, which may include program registration, facility rentals, and taking payments for drop-in programs. Acts as a key public relations and customer service contact for the City and Parks and Recreation department. Provides visitors and facility users with facility usage/program information and ensures that all users follow set-up, clean-up, and use guidelines. Enforces Department and City policies, ensures security of the facility with proper opening and closing of the interior and grounds as directed. Assists user groups or staff as needed with equipment or facility set-up for classes, activities, rentals, and special events. May assist with or fill in for gym supervision staff in case of staff illness or emergency. Performs basic janitorial duties such as vacuuming, mopping, sweeping, emptying garbage cans, and restroom cleaning on a daily basis. May record daily facility attendance and fill out other required reports. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Knowledge of: general office practices and procedures, customer service experience in an active, people-oriented setting preferred; registration or cashiering experience helpful but not required; facility or community center operations experience preferred.
Skill in: operation of personal computer, and Microsoft office applications

Ability to:
relate well to staff and members of the public; follow directions and procedures; perform basic janitorial and facility set-up services; work independently; effectively resolve conflicts; enforce City and department policies & procedures; learn park’s computer databases; and communicate effectively both orally and in writing. 

Education & Experience:  High school diploma or equivalent required, with one year paid experience in a recreation, public education, or other customer service position.

Licenses/Other Requirements:  Must be 18 years of age by date of hire and obtain First Aid/CPR certification within two months of hire. Must pass a criminal history check, possess a valid Washington State Driver’s License by date of hire and have a driving record that meets city standards.

Working Conditions: 
Work is performed mainly in an office/community center environment.