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Job Description:

POSITION DESCRIPTION

COUNTY OF HAMILTON, INDIANA

POSITION:Part-Time Volunteer and Events Assistant

DEPARTMENT:Parks and Recreation

WORK SCHEDULE:8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., M-F, some weekends and evenings

STATUS: Seasonal (Part-Time up to 29 hrs. week)

FLSA: Non-Exempt

HOURLY RATE: $15 per hour

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The incumbent serves as the Volunteer and Events Assistant for the Parks and Recreation Department, providing support in coordinating and implementing park programs, special events, and the department's volunteer initiatives.

DUTIES:

Assists full-time staff with clerical duties for implementation of Parks Department activities and events.

Responsible for set-up Park activities and events and tear down.

Assists with daytoday volunteer coordination and engagement.

Assists with updating online and print marketing mediums for events.

Maintains current online community calendars and adds new information periodically.

Performs related duties as assigned.

I.JOB REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or GED.

Thorough knowledge of standard English grammar, spelling, and punctuation, and standard principles and practices of public communications, and ability to prepare and present a variety of promotional/informational materials and public speaking presentations.

Ability to properly operate various office equipment, such as computer, printer, slide projector, camera, and telephone.

Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions, and appropriately respond to constructive criticism.

Ability to work alone and with others in a team environment with minimum supervision, and maintain appropriate, respectful interrelationships with co-workers.

Ability to competently serve the public with diplomacy and respect, including occasional encounters with irate/hostile persons.

Ability to comply with all employer/department personnel policies and work rules, including, but not limited to, attendance, safety, drug-free workplace, and personal conduct.

Ability to work on several tasks at the same time, and complete assignments effectively amidst frequent distractions and interruptions.

Ability to occasionally work extended, weekend and/or evening hours.

Possession of a valid Indiana driver's license and demonstrated safe driving record.

As a result of the duties associated with this job, there is the potential of becoming exposed to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious diseases. To safeguard employees andeliminate the liability placed on Hamilton County, employees working in this position shall begin the three shot Hepatitis B vaccination and subsequent training within 10 days of their initial job assignment per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030(f)(2)(i). The initial and two subsequent vaccinations shall be administered by the Hamilton County Health Department andfree of charge to the employee. If the employee has previously received the three shot Hepatitis B vaccination, official documentation must be provided to the supervisor identifying the dates in which each shot was appropriately administered. A Temporary Medical Declination may be made for a period of up to six months. A Declination form must be completed, outlining the medical reasons for the temporary declination and forwarded to the Safety & Risk Manager. Employees temporarily declining the vaccine are prohibited from performing any duties in which they may be exposed to a blood borne pathogen or other potentially infectious disease until they are able to begin/continue the series of vaccinations. Failure to comply will result in termination of employment.

III.RESPONSIBILITY:

Incumbent performs standard, recurring duties according to department policies and procedures. Incumbent receives indirect or occasional supervision, with priorities determined by supervisor, service needs of the public and seasonal deadlines. Errors in incumbent's work are usually detected and prevented through prior instructions from supervisor, and are readily detected through supervisory review. Undetected errors may result in loss of time for correction and/or inconvenience to the department or the public.

IV.PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS:

Incumbent communicates with co-workers, community organizations, graphics designers, printers, photographers, entertainers, booking agents, volunteers, and the public for purposes of providing information.

Incumbent reports directly to Deputy Director.

V. PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Incumbent performs duties in a standard office environment involving sitting and walking at will, keyboarding, close and far vision, speaking clearly, hearing communication, and depth and color perception. Incumbent occasionally works extended and/or evening hours, which could/and does include physical activity.

APPLICANT/EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The job description for the position of part-time Volunteer and Events Assistant for the Parks and Recreation Department describes the duties and responsibilities for employment in this position.I acknowledge that I have received this job description, and understand that it is not a contract of employment.I am responsible for reading this job description and complying with all job duties, requirements and responsibilities contained herein, and any subsequent revisions.

Hamilton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We participate in E-Verify.