Senior Center Assistant

JOB ABOUT PORT WASHINGTON

The City's population of 12,952 resides within seven square miles including four miles of waterfront. The City provides full-city services including Public Safety (Police, Fire, EMS), Engineering, Public Works, Water and Sewer utilities, Building Inspections, Community Development, Parks and Recreation, Marina, Senior Center, Library, Finance, Clerk and Administration. We are a welcoming destination for living, working, and visiting that - combined with our core values of accountability, innovation, trust, industriousness, and friendship - create an environment with opportunities to make a positive impact for our community.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES

The Senior Center Assistant provides administrative, customer service, and program support for the Senior Center. This position assists with daily operations, serves as a welcoming point of contact for participants and visitors, supports enrichment and educational programming, and helps maintain an organized, safe, and positive environment for older adults.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Greets participants, visitors, volunteers, and the public in a courteous and professional manner.

Answers phones, responds to inquiries, and provides information regarding programs, events, activities, and services.

Assists with registration, scheduling, reservations, and participant records.

Collects fees, processes payments, and maintains accurate records and receipts.

Conducts tours of the Senior Center to prospective members and visitors.

Assists with coordinating and setting up programs, classes, meals, special events, and trips.

Balances and submits center deposits to Finance departmentAssists in the preparation of newsletters, flyers, calendars, social media posts, and promotional materials.

Assists with the Rec Desk program for member check-in.

Assists with volunteer coordination and communication.

Monitors activity spaces to ensure participant safety and adherence to facility rules.

Helps maintain cleanliness, organization, and readiness of activity rooms and common areas.

Assists with refreshments or event hospitality as needed.

Provides clerical and administrative support to Senior Center leadership.

Assists with special projects and other duties as assigned.