JOB OPENING
CITY OF FARMINGTON
JOB POSITION #128: SENIOR CENTER AIDE (Annex & Fitness Center)
NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 2
DEPARTMENT: Parks & Recreation
WORK LOCATION: Bonnie Dallas Senior Center
PAY CLASS: Temporary
HIRING RANGE: $12.00 per hour
DAYS WORKED: Varied
HOURS WORKED: Varied
TYPE OF POSITION: Temporary, Part-Time
APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL: Until Filled
JOB DUTIES:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Performs a variety of receptionist and customer service duties for the Senior Center.
Works under the supervision of the Assistant Program Manager and Program Coordinator.
Using excellent customer service skills, establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other employees, officials, and all members of the general public.
Some supervision of volunteers is exercised in this position.
Greets visitors to the Senior Center and directs them to the appropriate area.
Answers and screens incoming calls and takes messages for the Senior Center staff.
Receives fees for various activities and accounts for funds received from patrons.
Inputs data regarding patron attendance, maintains database
Gives information to the public regarding programs and services.
Performs general clerical duties such as computer typing, filing, and maintaining database files.
Assists with set up and take down of supplies and equipment for classes.
Assists patrons using public access computer ensuring compliance of policies
Coordinates with staff for equipment set-up for classes, using signage.
Maintains cleanliness of equipment and reports damage to equipment/property.
Maintains a welcoming environment for patrons and reports violations of behavioral policies.
Assists with keeping main reception area and small kitchen clean.
Occasionally operates motor vehicle to deliver meals or transport patrons.
Attendance at work is an essential function of this position.
NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Works other related Senior Center activities within the Senior Center Campus or outside, as needed.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
QUALIFICATIONS:
This position is subject to the City's Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Program. This includes: pre-employment testing, post-accident testing, reasonable suspicion testing, return-to-duty testing, and follow-up testing.
Clerical experience is preferred. Must have knowledge of general clerical duties.
Knowledgeable in personal computer operations.
Experience working with the public in person and over the telephone.
Ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to type 30 wpm preferred.
Some knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions.
Ability to work a varied schedule.
Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule.
Skill in the operation of listed tools and equipment, and the ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely.
Ability to communicate, understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with co-workers, supervisors and other City departments. Ability to effectively and courteously interact with the public.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:
Personal computer, including Microsoft Word and Excel software; cash register; calculator; copy and fax machine; phone; mobile or portable radio.
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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment is an indoor office setting, prone to many interruptions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to quiet.
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, M/F/D/V.
