Business Services Assistant (Parks & Recreation)

We’re looking for a highly organized, dependable, and service-minded part-time Business Services Assistant to join our Parks & Recreation Department. This is a varied and rewarding role for someone who enjoys wearing many hats, working with people, managing details, and contributing to programs and projects that make a difference in the community.

In this position, you’ll provide essential administrative support while also helping improve the way our Department operates. From research and spreadsheets to permits, accounts payable, records, special programs, and process improvement, you’ll play an important role in keeping our day-to-day operations running smoothly.

Part-Time, Hourly

Hiring Range:

$22.05/hr - $24.81/hr

Full Range:

$22.05/hr - $27.56/hr

Posting Dates: Please refer to the posting dates as this posting could close early with no notice.

**All incomplete applications will be withdrawn from the process once the posting closes.

Accommodations

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact Risk Management and Recruitment at [email protected] and [email protected].

Work Hours: Monday-Friday shifts primarily, typically around 20 – 30 hours per week(part-time), to include mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed; not to exceed an average of 130 hours/month on average.

• Schedule may vary depending on program specific needs, including increased shifts during the summer months.

Work Location: Erie Town Hall (645 Holbrook St)

• This position may be eligible for some work from home time, with supervisor approval.

Duties And Responsibilities:

Assistant Duties

• Assists recreation staff in developing, organizing, scheduling, promoting and leading Camp Erie, teen programming, climbing wall, and other general recreation programs
• Provides direct operational support to recreation staff which includes planning, instructing, purchasing, staffing, scheduling, implementing and administration of program operations
• Communicates professionally with patrons, staff, co-workers, supervisors, vendors, and contractors to ensure smooth operations
• Manages camp, teen, climbing wall and general recreation supply inventory to include preparing and collecting supplies, monitoring inventory, and making recommendations for new purchases
• Assists with creating camp schedules, weekly plans, field trip logistics, contractors, and other program-related tasks
• Assists with facilitation of teen youth council group, volunteer program, and local trips
• Assists with budget tracking, invoices, participant payment plans, and participant scholarship applications
• Assists with state licensing compliance and record keeping for camp and camp staff
• Completes a variety of paperwork including daily records, logs and incident reports
• Evaluates operational effectiveness and recommends new workflows and processes to improve general recreation operations and programs
• Completes a variety of paperwork including daily records, logs, and incident reports
• Maintains program related records. Reports issues or concerns with inventory, facility conditions, policies and incidents to supervisory staff as needed
• Attends and participates in staff meetings and trainings. Assists with training staff
• May assist with recruiting, interviewing, training, performance evaluation, and scheduling volunteers and staff
• Ensures the safety of guests and program participants by enforcing all rules and policies with staff and guests. Take appropriate action steps following any incidents within the facility
• Remains composed and makes sound judgments in any emergency or non-emergency situation Responds to emergency situations, administers first aid, CPR or other medical attention as needed, and completes incident reports
• Serves on committees and attend meetings assigned. Tasks may include scheduling/running meetings, tracking budget line items, implementing staff appreciation events, and other tasks as assigned
• Demonstrates outstanding internal and external customer service by upholding PEAK (Professional, Exceptional, Accountable, Knowledgeable) standards. Refers public to the appropriate Town contact
• May serve or fill in for the Recreation Coordinator – General Interest in their absence

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