Recreation Assistant

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
CITY OF UNALASKA
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, CULTURE & RECREATION
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WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Unalaska is an Employer of National Service and encourages AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni to apply

IN HOUSE POSTING: February 14, 2019
TO THE PUBLIC: February 14, 2019

The Department of Parks, Culture & Recreation is accepting application for the position of: Recreation Assistant. Position is open for applications until February 25, 2019.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:  Under direct supervision of the Recreation Manager, this position provides routine clerical, secretarial and administrative work in answering phones, receiving the public, providing customer assistance, cashiering, data processing and some bookkeeping.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:  Receives the public, responds to inquires by the public and refers, when necessary to the appropriate persons.  Process facility memberships and program registrations.  Answers central telephone system, routes callers and/or provides information as required.  Receipt payments and posts monies to appropriate accounts.  Operate general office equipment.  Opens and closes building ensuring security.  Monitor gym, halls, foyer, etc. Miscellaneous duties as assigned such as, aid recreation staff with set up and break down as needed, assist on supply and mail runs, office orders, clean up of spills, etc.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  This position requires a working knowledge of computers; knowledge of modern office practices and procedures and some knowledge of accounting principles.  Have the ability to perform cashier duties accurately; ability to courteously meet and deal with the public; communicate effectively orally and in writing; and the ability to handle stressful situations.  Working knowledge of computers including word processing and data base software.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:  High school diploma or GED equivalent. Six (6) months experience working with the public.  Specialized course work in general office practices and/or one (1) year professional office experience in a public sector environment preferred. 

LICENSES AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:  Valid Alaska Driver's License required.  As a condition of employment, the person selected will be required to successfully complete a drug test prior to beginning work and will be subject to future periodic drug and alcohol tests on a random basis without advance notice.   Once hired will be required to obtain First Aid, CPR, and AED Certifications.  Working non-traditional work hours, that include evenings and weekends, will be required.  Position is subject to a pre-employment, post-offer criminal investigation as defined by Alaska Statute 12.62. Required to become a member in good standing with IUOE Local 302 within 30 days of employment.

TO APPLY:  Please submit a City of Unalaska application packet. Job description and necessary forms are available at City Hall, by calling Administration at 907-581-1252, or by downloading at www.ci.unalaska.ak.us. Return completed forms to: Administration in City Hall; by mailing to P.O. Box 610, Unalaska, AK 99685; email to [email protected]; or fax to 907-581-4469. 

Union Position: $19.29 - $20.06 Per Hour                                                    Regular Full -Time Position 
Excellent Benefits