What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern - Arts, Parks and Recreation position at City of Athens?
Intern - Arts, Parks and Recreation
City of Athens, Ohio
The Arts, Parks and Recreation Intern will assist with various departmental needs including, but not limited to, programming, records retention, event planning and implementation, community outreach, marketing, customer service, and aquatics. The successful candidate should expect to gain experience working with a governmental office at the municipal level; providing them knowledge and insight of the daily activities of the Arts, Parks and Recreation Department.
This position is covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act.
JOB DUTIES:
- Plan and implement special events.
- Work with staff to assist with childcare programming.
- Work with staff to assist with youth sports programming.
- Assist staff in records organizing, retention, and review of policies.
- Assist with obtaining sponsorships, raising funds, recruiting for staff positions, and marketing.
- Assist with aquatics operations (needs will vary based on season).
- Assist customers with registration, memberships, and facility check in using our CivicRec software.
- Other duties as applicable.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS & QUALIFICATIONS:
- Completion of high school, vocational or trade school.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Solid organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and handle numerous assignments simultaneously.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and internet applications.
- The City may consider any other equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Successful completion of a post-offer background check is required.
ESSENTIAL JOB ACTIVITIES:
- Sitting, walking, standing, and lifting (40lbs).
- Ability to travel to and from the Athens Community Center.
- Interns are expected to work in-person on site.
TIME AND PAY
- $12/hr
- 40 hrs/week for 10 consecutive weeks OR 20 hrs/week for 20 consecutive weeks
This is a general description intended to provide general duties and qualifications. Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed. It is not intended to cover all situations, or all necessary qualifications. Job descriptions are subject to change.
The City of Athens, OH is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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