TOWN OF ENFIELD
POSITION VACANCY
PT PROGRAM ASSISTANT – SENIOR CENTER
JOB ID #07-0018
- RATE OF PAY: $12.00/hr
- CLOSING DATE: Monday, August 21, 2006
- EXP. & TRAINING: Bachelor's degree in Human Services, or related field, or an Associate's degree and a minimum of two (2) years work experience in a responsible position in the field of Human Services, particularly with an older population or an equivalent combination of experience and training. Experience creating and organizing programs for a mature adult population; skill in communications and public relations
- HOURS OF WORK: Monday through Thursday, 4:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m., but based on the needs of the Center. May be required to work Friday or occasional weekend hours.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Under the general direction of the Senior Center Director, assists staff with general Senior Center operations and special events.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of the Senior Center Director, staff members, or a designated supervisor who issues instructions and who reviews work for conformance to instructions.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Supervises contracted instructors for various programs.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Regular and punctual attendance; flexible schedule with the ability to work evenings and weekends; create , schedule and implement new classes and programs; work with contracted instructors; supervise and support evening activities; provide front office coverage as needed.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: Performs other related duties as necessary.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear, use hands to finger handle feel or operate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk; lift, push or pull objects up to 50 pounds. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Must be able to concentrate on fine detail with constant interruption, attend to task for 45 - 60 minutes at a time, remember multiple assignments given over long periods of time and understand the theories behind several related concepts.
May be exposed to dust, fluctuation in inside temperature and electro-magnetic radiation as a computer screen.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY: Ability to accurately follow oral and written instructions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees ; ability to relate in a positive, courteous and cheerful manner to a senior population and the general public; must be honest, tactful and have a neat appearance.
This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions and responsibilities that comprise this position.
Interested applicants apply by August 21, 2005. Applications are available on-line at www.enfield-ct.gov or by calling the Human Resources Department at (860) 253-6345. Completed applications can be:
(1) mailed to Town of Enfield, Human Resources Department, 820 Enfield Street, Enfield, CT 06082
(2) e-mail your resume to jobs@enfield.org, or
(3) fax your resume or application to (860) 253-6264.
The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation in the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department. EOE/AA/M/F
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