Position Purpose:

Performs all other related work as required. Oversees the day-to-day activities of Community Assistance.

Supervision Received:

Works under the general supervision of the Town Administrator. Performs regular duties on own initiative with independence, exercising judgment and tact in answering inquiries and determining correct courses of action, and exercises confidentiality

Supervision Exercised:

None.

Essential Functions:

(The listed examples are illustrative only, and may not include all duties found in this position.)

• Maintains inventory and distribution for the Community Food Pantry. Assists residents in need. Works in coordination with Project Feed the Thousands.
• Receives community assistance inquiries in person and over the telephone from applicants and other organizations.
• Accepts applications for community assistance; verifies information; processes eligibility of applicant; determines assistance to be given; processes payment vouchers; and maintains records in accordance with the Town of Hinsdale's Community Assistance Guidelines.
• Assists Community Assistance applicants when needed, during application process.
• Reports Community Assistance issues on a timely manner to Town Administrator.
• Assists coordinating Holiday meal baskets, and gifts for the community.
• Performs other related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Knowledge of modem office practices and equipment, including desktop computers and standard office software programs; knowledge of facilities management; knowledge of methods, materials and equipment used in custodial and grounds maintenance work; basic knowledge of marketing and public relations. Skill in basic bookkeeping; organizational skills; skill in human relations. Ability to maintain accurate records and files; ability to perform routine custodial work; ability to recognize need for building repairs; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other departments; employees, and the general public.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

High school diploma or equivalent required; experience working with the public; experience working on desktop computers; any equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

PHYSICAL EXERTION/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

(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). For communicating with others, talking is required; for receiving information and instructions from others, hearing is required; and for doing the job effectively and correctly, sight is required, specifically, close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Required to sit and stand for extended periods of time, use hands to finger, handle and feel objects or controls, reach with hands and arms, bend, and lift and/or move 25 pounds or less.

HOURS:

Monday - Thursday weekly Additional hours may be required.

Minimum Hours:

17 hours weekly

Pay:

$16,000.00 - $18,000.00 per year

Work Location:

In person