Program, Special Events, & Sports Assistant Position Available In Westmoreland, Pennsylvania

Program, Special Events, & Sports Assistant Hempfield Township Board of Supervisors 220 Forbes Trail Rd, Greensburg, PA 15601

Reports To:

Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Assist the Department in planning, and implementing Parks & Recreation programs, special events and sports. Ensure storage areas and equipment are well maintained, organized and have an appropriate amount of supplies. Assist with operations of departmental software, including trouble shooting users problems and processing registrations. Work collaboratively with staff to maintain a safe and fun environment, including keeping facilities clean. Provide support for Parks & Recreation or Township events. Assist with department marketing efforts. Serve as a Hempfield Parks & Recreation ambassador and role model. Be proactive in all assigned responsibilities. Practices open and positive communication. Have a growth mind set which includes being flexible and adaptable, learning new things, and a desire to always improve. Attendance at staff meetings and trainings. Provide other services and perform other duties as requested by full time Hempfield Township Parks & Recreation Staff.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statement of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

Recreation experience preferred.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

The individual must possess the following skills and abilities or be able to demonstrate that he/she can perform the essential function of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, using some other combination of skills and abilities. Must demonstrate outstanding customer service skills. Must demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time, and devise solutions to immediate problem. Must possess a general understanding of recreational programs and how they are conducted. Skills in operating a computer with general understanding of Microsoft and Windows OS. Knowledge and understanding of US currency. Understanding English language. Must obtain Act 34 Clearances, CPR and First Aid within six weeks of employment.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed 80% in the building and 20% outside the building. Hand eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office and park equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or listen; sit; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, equipment or controls; reach with hands and arms. The employee must have a driver’s license and a safe driving record. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perceptions and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Summary:

The Program, Special Events & Sports Assistant works with the Assistant Director and Program Coordinator to ensure programs, events and activities meet the highest standards and Parks & Recreation best practices.

FLSA STATUS

Non – Exempt/Non-Union/Permanent Part Time/Hourly