SEASONAL OFFICE ASSISTANT

Job Posting

The following position is available with the City of Lafayette. If you are interested in being considered for this
position, applications are ONLY available on-line - http://www.lafayette.in.gov/employment/

This position will be open until filled

Available with the Parks Department:

POSITION:
Seasonal Office Assistant

LOCATION:
McAllister Recreation Center

HOURS:
Seasonal –40 hours/week, days, evenings and occasional weekends required.

SALARY:
$14.00/hr

DESCRIPTION:

Provides support to Center staff, including answering the telephone, taking messages, engaging with customers, and using
the Center software system. Assists staff with development, implementation, and operation of Center programs and camps.
Ability to utilize various office equipment such as a computer, specific software, calculator, copier, and multi-line
telephone. Provide customer service by assisting patrons in checking in/out recreation equipment, registering patrons for
programs, scheduling rentals, and answering any questions regarding the Center and our offerings. Light closing duties such
as wiping down fitness equipment, changing towels, vacuuming, mopping and any other duties needed to close building.
Candidate may assist with implementation of special events. Regularly assists Department office personnel as needed. All
other duties as assigned.



REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Must possess strong ability
to effectively communicate orally and in writing with co-workers, community organizations and the public, including being
sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities and disabilities. Must have working knowledge of Standard
English grammar, spelling and punctuation, and ability to compose/prepare correspondence and properly operate a variety
of standard office equipment such as a typewriter, calculator, computer, copier, multi-line telephone and fax machine.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Possess the ability to work alone and with others in a team
environment with minimum supervision, and maintain appropriate, respectful inter-relationships with co-workers. Working
Knowledge of standard office and department policies and procedures, and ability to apply such knowledge to a variety of
interrelated tasks. Ability to competently serve the public with diplomacy and respect, including occasional encounters with
irate/hostile persons. Ability to comply with all employer/department personnel policies and work rules, including, but not
limited to, attendance, safety, drug-free workplace, and personal conduct. Ability to work on several tasks at the same
time, often under time pressure, and complete assignments effectively amidst frequent distraction and interruptions.
Ability to occasionally work extended, weekend and/or evening hours.

The City of Lafayette is an Equal Opportunity Employer