Business Services Assistant (Parks & Recreation)

Town of Erie • Erie, CO

5d • $22 - $28 • Hybrid

About The Position

We’re looking for a highly organized, dependable, and service-minded part-time Business Services Assistant to join our Parks & Recreation Department. This is a varied and rewarding role for someone who enjoys wearing many hats, working with people, managing details, and contributing to programs and projects that make a difference in the community. In this position, you’ll provide essential administrative support while also helping improve the way our Department operates. From research and spreadsheets to permits, accounts payable, records, special programs, and process improvement, you’ll play an important role in keeping our day-to-day operations running smoothly.

Requirements

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) years of administrative support experience, Parks & Recreation or related experience preferred.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Ability to obtain CPR, First Aid and AED certification within 3 months of hire

Responsibilities

• Assists recreation staff in developing, organizing, scheduling, promoting and leading Camp Erie, teen programming, climbing wall, and other general recreation programs
• Provides direct operational support to recreation staff which includes planning, instructing, purchasing, staffing, scheduling, implementing and administration of program operations
• Communicates professionally with patrons, staff, co-workers, supervisors, vendors, and contractors to ensure smooth operations
• Manages camp, teen, climbing wall and general recreation supply inventory to include preparing and collecting supplies, monitoring inventory, and making recommendations for new purchases
• Assists with creating camp schedules, weekly plans, field trip logistics, contractors, and other program-related tasks
• Assists with facilitation of teen youth council group, volunteer program, and local trips
• Assists with budget tracking, invoices, participant payment plans, and participant scholarship applications
• Assists with state licensing compliance and record keeping for camp and camp staff
• Completes a variety of paperwork including daily records, logs and incident reports
• Evaluates operational effectiveness and recommends new workflows and processes to improve general recreation operations and programs
• Maintains program related records.
• Reports issues or concerns with inventory, facility conditions, policies and incidents to supervisory staff as needed
• Attends and participates in staff meetings and trainings.
• Assists with training staff
• May assist with recruiting, interviewing, training, performance evaluation, and scheduling volunteers and staff
• Ensures the safety of guests and program participants by enforcing all rules and policies with staff and guests.
• Take appropriate action steps following any incidents within the facility
• Remains composed and makes sound judgments in any emergency or non-emergency situation
• Responds to emergency situations, administers first aid, CPR or other medical attention as needed, and completes incident reports
• Serves on committees and attend meetings assigned. Tasks may include scheduling/running meetings, tracking budget line items, implementing staff appreciation events, and other tasks as assigned
• Demonstrates outstanding internal and external customer service by upholding PEAK (Professional, Exceptional, Accountable, Knowledgeable) standards.
• Refers public to the appropriate Town contact
• May serve or fill in for the Recreation Coordinator – General Interest in their absence
• Demonstrate outstanding internal and external customer service by upholding PEAK (Professional, Exceptional, Accountable, Knowledgeable) standards.
• Communicate with patrons, staff, co-workers, supervisors, vendors, and contractors to ensure smooth operations.
• Provide general information and guidance to the public, internal departments and outside agencies regarding policies and procedures.
• May assist with open record requests and Erie submit Route questions and concerns outside of scope to the appropriate Town staff member for response in a timely manner.
• Coordinate the delivery and distribution of incoming and outgoing mail and packages, including off- site locations.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings and conferences as requested, may include making room reservations, ordering/delivering food and beverages.
• Prepare and post signage as needed in parks and facilities.
• Serve as a professional ambassador of the Town by maintaining a professional image, a team-based collaborative approach and high ethical standards.
• Interpret, communicate and enforce all Department, Town, County, State, and Federal policies and procedures within areas of program responsibility.
• Complete all required safety trainings in a timely manner.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free membership to the Erie Community Center
• Access to the Town's Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Colorado Sick Leave (1 hour of accrued, paid leave per 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per year)
• Robust Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Plans
• Employee Discount Program through Benefits Hub
• Employer sponsored wellness program, including employee-based fitness classes

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED