Senior Center Recreation Aide (Part-time)

GENERAL NATURE OF WORK:

This position performs semi-skilled work in overseeing the Beavercreek Senior Center and Lofino Plaza facilities during business hours for the Department of Parks, Recreation and Culture.  An employee in this class is responsible for a variety of services and amenities specific to the senior population. The Senior Center Recreation Aide I develops relationships and relies on interpersonal skills combined with detailed knowledge of the operation and the facility.  Duties are performed under the direction of the Senior Center Supervisor.

EQUIPMENT & JOB LOCATION:

This position requires general knowledge of office, recreation, and kitchen equipment, including:  personal computer, telephone, general office equipment, transportation vehicles, commercial stove, commercial dishwasher, coffee maker, public address system, and exercise equipment.  The primary work site is the Beavercreek Senior Center.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS – EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: 
Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all duties which may be found in all positions in this class.

Oversees the daily activities of the Beavercreek Senior Center during business hours, on weekends.
Serves as a resource for all center visitors and provides tours.
Responds to visitor needs, maintenance concerns, and other customer service issues.
Enforces building policies.
Ensures building security, with the assistance of the Beavercreek Police Department.
Performs room arrangements for events, classes, and programs.

Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

Provides handouts and information, registers individuals, provides receipts, issues memberships, directs visitors to appropriate personnel, and takes transportation requests.

Serves as liaison between Center visitors, maintenance needs, custodial needs, and the Center Supervisor.
Responds to unusual incidents, injuries, damaged property or emergencies and requests assistance when needed.

Closed and secures the facility at end of day.
Maintains appearance of Senior Center by enforcing food and drink policies; by keeping set arrangements in all areas; by calling custodian when necessary or taking care of cleanup themselves; picking up litter; reporting problem areas; clearing rooms to facilitate cleaning as necessary.
Follows guidelines in Center Operations Manual.
Performs other duties as assigned.
 

DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
General knowledge of park administration and recreational programs.
General knowledge of the occupational hazards and corresponding safety precautions necessary for the safe performance of assigned duties.
Skill in dealing firmly, tactfully, and courteously with the general public.
Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written instructions.
Ability to be flexible and adaptable.
Ability to demonstrate leadership and problem-solving ability.
Must be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs. and maintain a high energy level while working long shifts.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to pay attention to detail.
Ability to speak English clearly and distinctly.
Ability to work under the direction of the Center Supervisor.

REQUIRED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
A high school diploma or the equivalent, supplemented by some experience in recreation or facility supervision, and some experience or training in customer service which provides the desired knowledge skills and abilities.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 
Must maintain a valid Ohio Driver’s License.
Ability to work other than normal hours, and to work various shifts as necessary.
Completion of or the ability to complete an Adult First Aid/CPR/AED course.

Applications will be accepted until position is filled. To apply, please submit resume and completed online employment application via BambooHR.

The City of Beavercreek requires a pre-employment drug test and physical. 

EOE-M/F/D/V Drug-Free Workplace