Parks & Recreation Front Desk Clerk | Part-Time
About The Position
Under general supervision performs work of routine difficulty doing clerical tasks of a well defined and routine nature; and performs related work as required. This position is located at The River's Edge and is part of the Parks and Recreation Department. Starting hourly rate of pay | $17.49 6 months | $17.88 The typical schedule for this position includes the following shifts: Monday through Thursday: 11:00 AM - 6:30 PM Friday and Saturday: one of two shifts, either 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM or 3:30 PM - 8:30 PM Average weekly hours 18-29 hours
Requirements
- Six months experience in the performance of office clerical duties or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Requires typing or computer terminal proficiency at 35 words per minute.
- Must pass a background check as prescribed by the City of Davenport.
- Good Knowledge of: English grammar, spelling and basic arithmetic.
- Some Knowledge of: Standard office practices and procedures.
- Working Skill in: Following oral and written instructions.
- Performing routine arithmetic computations.
- Accessing, inputting and retrieving information from a computer.
- Considerable Skill in: Establishing and maintaining effective working relations with associates and the public.
Responsibilities
- Performs assigned clerical duties in conformance with well defined procedures or under close supervision and guidance
- Picks up, opens and routes mail, memoranda and other correspondence according to specified procedures
- Uses a telephone in receiving and transmitting calls and messages
- Provides general information to callers
- Types general correspondence and reports, standardized forms and routine file and index cards
- Attends a public service counter to provide routine information and services.
- Greets guests and provides excellent customer service.
- Responsible for cash handling and processing customer transactions accurately and efficiently.
- May operate a variety of office machines (typewriter, computer terminal, point of sale system, or calculator) in routine situations.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- IPERS: A benefit plan that provides members with a monthly lifetime retirement benefit based on a formula including the employee's earnings and years of service.
- Discounted Classes: All City employees receive 20% off Park Amenities, including: adult and youth sports leagues, camps, theatre classes, and even shelter and facility rentals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
No Education Listed
