Recreation Assistant

CITY OF UNALASKA
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

IN HOUSE POSTING: March 28, 2017
PUBLIC: March 28, 2017

The Department of Parks, Culture & Recreation is accepting applications for the position of: Full-Time Recreation Assistant.  Position is open for applications until filled.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:  Under direct supervision of the Facilities and Operations 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 inquiries 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 preferred.  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, weekends and some holidays 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 and an authorization to release information form.  Job description and necessary forms are available at City Hall, by calling HR at 907-581-1251, or by downloading at www.ci.unalaska.ak.us.  Return completed forms to: HR in City Hall; by mailing to P.O. Box 610, Unalaska, AK 99685, Attn: HR; e-mail to [email protected]; or fax to 907-581-4469.

Union Position:            $18.91-19.67 per hour                                    Regular Full -Time Position 
                                                                                                                    Excellent Benefits

Must present work authorization identification within 3 days of hire (INS requirement).
All applications will be kept on file for 90 days.