Part-Time Recreation Assistant

SALARY: $27.04 - $28.69/hourly [Union Position Hiring range - Step 1-3]

The City of Unalaska is accepting applications for the Part-Time Recreation Assistant position. Located in the number one commercial fishing port in the United States, the International Port of Dutch Harbor, Unalaska, Alaska, is a coastal community in the Eastern Aleutian Islands with a multi-cultural population of approximately 4,250 full-time residents and seasonal influxes from multiple commercial fishery operations.

The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by
employees in this classification. The duties shown are intended to provide a representative summary.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Under the direct supervision of the Recreation Manager, this position provides routine clerical, secretarial, and administrative work, including answering phones, receiving the public, providing customer assistance, cashiering, data processing, and some bookkeeping.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a job history that includes the following:

> Working knowledge of computers and database software and general office equipment.
> Knowledge and ability to work and follow office practices and procedures.
> Ensure security by opening and closing the building and the safety of persons in the building.
> Process paperwork from memberships to program registrations.
> Some knowledge of accounting principles, receipt of payments, and posting of monies in appropriate accounts.
> Ability to perform cashier duties accurately.
> Ability to multitask and use a central telephone system, route calls, and or provide information as required.
> Ability to courteously meet and deal with the public and refer to the appropriate person when necessary.
> Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
> Ability to handle stressful situations.
> Miscellaneous duties as assigned, such as assisting recreation staff with set up and break down, assisting on supply and mail runs, taking office orders, and cleaning up.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

> High school diploma or GED equivalent.
> Six (6) months of experience working with the public is required.
> Specialized course work in general office practices and/or one (1) year professional office experience in a public sector environment preferred.

LICENSES & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

> Must be at least 18 years of age.
> Required to have, or be able to obtain, an Alaska Driver’s License within 90 days of hire.
> Ability to pass all required pre-employment testing, i.e., Criminal background and History and future periodic random drug testing.
> Once hired, you must obtain First Aid, CPR, and AED Certifications.
> Must be eligible to work in the US; requirements by Federal Law if hired must complete employment eligibility verification form (I-9)
> Able to work non-traditional hours and/or on weekends.

BENEFITS:

> The travel allowance is $1,000 every year on your date of hire.
> 24 hours of Floating Holiday per year plus holiday pay.
> 7 Paid Holidays at the rate of 4 hours.
> Paid time off starting at 4 hours per pay period.
> Education incentive per month dependent on degree Associate $100, BA $150, Masters $200.
> Free Membership for Parks, Culture, and Recreation (employee only).

TO APPLY: Submit a City of Unalaska Application. The application and other necessary forms are available at Unalaska City Hall, Department of Administration, 43 Raven Way, Unalaska, or by downloading on the city website at https://www.ci.unalaska.ak.us/hr/page/employment-application-forms. Return the completed application to the City of Unalaska's Administration Department by email at hr@ci.unalaska.ak.us. Questions? Telephone (907) 581-1252.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Unalaska is an Employer of National Service and encourages AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni to apply.