The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.
- High school diploma or equivalent and one year of experience in a children’s facility, recreation program or customer service position requiring manual input.
- The county, at its discretion, may consider an alternative combination of formal education and work experience.
- First Aid and CPR certification required after hire.
- Michigan Vehicle Operator’s License.
- Some knowledge in equipment maintenance including oil changes, lawn mower blade replacements, etc.
- Some knowledge of the principles and practices of recreation planning and programming.
- Knowledge of the rules, supplies, equipment and facilities applied or utilized in recreation programs.
- Knowledge of the safety issues and precautions relating to the provision of recreation programs.
- Skill in effectively communicating ideas and concepts orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships and use good judgment, initiative and resourcefulness when dealing with county employees, contractors to the county, representatives of other governmental units, professional contacts, elected officials, and the public.
- Skill in the use of office equipment and technology, including some Microsoft Suite applications, database use and the ability to learn new software programs applicable to the position.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb stairs, use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to communicate by telephone, read regular and small print, use limited mobility in an office setting, and view and prepare documents and reports. The employee must be mobile in an office and community center setting, stand, sit, stoop, walk and kneel, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must lift or push/pull objects of up to 25 lbs. without assistance while performing maintenance tasks. Accommodation will be made, as needed, for employees required to lift or move objects that exceed this weight. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works indoors with some outdoor work required. The noise level in the work environment varies from quiet to loud.
