Recreation Assistant 2 North Bellevue Community Center

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City of Bellevue Parks and & Community Services is hiring a Recreation Assistant 2 at North Bellevue Community Center.

This is a partially benefited position in the active monitoring of physical Parks & Community Services Department sites during scheduled events. The Recreation Assistant 2 will be directly involved in planning organizing and leading recreation programs for youth and adults for up to 23 hours per week.

Primarily this position will cover occasional day or evening front desk shifts and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. The employee will work under the supervision of a full-time employee at the North Bellevue Community Center (NBCC). Duties include monitoring rental events at NBCC providing front desk customer service occasionally assisting with other community center projects or shifts as needed and driving a 15-person passenger van for program transportation as required. Additional program support work may be assigned within the scope of work for a Recreation Assistant 2.

This position may include daytime weekend and/or evening hours. The employee though not always working under direct supervision is subject to frequent inspections and review by a supervisor. Completion of a background check is a condition of employment.

City Council Vision Statement:Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past.

Bellevue Parks & Community Services Vision:In Bellevue everyone can connect to each other and to nature through experiences that help them to live grow and thrive.

Bellevue Parks & Community Services Mission:We build a healthy community through an integrated system of exceptional parks natural areas recreation arts and culture and a broad base of community services.

Bellevue Parks & Community Services Equity Statement: A System of FairnessEquity acknowledges and removes disparities in opportunities power and resources so that everyone can reach their full potential to thrive. Bellevue Parks & Community Services practices equity which is the responsibility of every individual in the department. Equitable access is a right not a privilege and is fundamental to our mission of serving all people. Through equitable policies and practices we cultivate ties that connect people to the fabric of our community

• Primary job organizing and leading recreation programs for youth and adults; occasional rentals and every Saturday morning programing from 9am to 3pm
• Will be required to drive a 15-person passenger van.
• Unlock and lock city facilities for the program/event scheduled.
• Monitor appropriate use of City facilities by City and non-City groups. Enforce rules of conduct. Involve supervisor and law enforcement as needed.
• Work with staff and volunteers to always ensure the safety of participants.
• Work closely with staff to develop a cooperative supportive and enthusiastic atmosphere.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with staff and participants.
• Attend staff meetings and training as required by the City of Bellevue.
• Provide high quality customer service for the patrons and staff.
• Complete reports in an accurate and timely manner.
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Respond appropriately to emergency situations and complete required paperwork as it arises.
• Work as a team member exploring reasonable accommodations for participants on an individual basis.
• Front desk customer service at NBCC including answering phones responding to questions about parks programs registering customers for programs and handling money.
• Use of Bellevue parks scheduling software for class registration and payment processing.
• May require completing other recreational related tasks during the event being monitored.
• During rental programs breaks and lunches are paid and required to be taken on-site in order to be available to the renters in case of emergency.
• While working at NBCC lunches are unpaid and can be taken off site.

• Knowledge of the principles rules materials and equipment required in a variety of program sites.
• Work effectively and communicate with the public and fellow employees on any pertinent concerns or problems regarding the scheduled event.
• Comfortable using computers basic software to assist with program registration and payment.
• Prior experience in customer service
• Follow written and oral instructions.
• Prepare written reports as assigned.
• Present a neat and professional appearance.
• Enthusiastic and positive outlook
• Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR training
• Embrace individual and group differences.
• Ability to lead a diverse group of people.
• Must have Washington State Patrol form cleared.
• Must display excellent customer service skills.

Education Experience and Other Requirements

• One or more years of experience in assigned activity or program or in the general parks recreation and community services field.
• High school diploma or GED may be required for some positions.
• Valid drivers license may be required for some positions.
• First Aid CPR or similar certification or training may be required for some positions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met 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 involves moving communicating operating objects tools or controls and reaching.
• Work may periodically require the employee to ascend or descend ladders stairs ramps and elevated grounds; as well as to traverse or move around to access and monitor equipment and indoor and outdoor spaces.
• Vision abilities required by this job may include close vision distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee may be required to transport position install and/or move objects up to 25 pounds in most positions and in some positions the requirement may involve heavier objects such as farm animals people or equipment; lifeguards may be required to lift up to 50 pounds during training and substantially more during a rescue.
• The noise level is relative to the work environment and may be quiet while in the office or moderately loud in a gym pool classroom or when outside or in a farm environment.
• Job environment may be indoors and/or outdoors and may involve working in inclement weather.
• Hours may vary and may require weekends evenings and holidays.

This is a variable non-exempt and non-union position. Definition of a Variable Employee:

• Average weekly hours cannot be determined at date of hire.
• Hours may vary from week to week and are anticipated to be 28 hours per week or less.
  • Note: Employee will be considered full-time and eligible for medical coverage if hours average 30 hours per week or more over a 12-month measurement period (or for 130 hours per month).

HIRING PROCESS
The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name address and other demographics. To help us please complete the online application form as fully as possible.

• Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
• We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage unless otherwise stated in the job description.
• Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter resume writing sample and references.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• All positions require the completion of references checks including at least one prior supervisor.
• Some positions may require completion of a criminal background checkprior to start employment
• Some positions may require obtaining a commercial drivers license (CDL) licensures or additional certifications.

At the City of Bellevue youll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions our interactions and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service Stewardship Commitment to Employees Integrity Innovation and Diversity Equity & Inclusion. Youll work in an environment that is innovative collaborative future focused and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. Its what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work live and explore.

Have we piqued your interest yet Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation marital status national origin genetic information disability age veteran status or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office at or .If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.

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