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City of Fort Collins · 1 day ago

Program Assistant

Fort Collins, CO

Part-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$15/hr - $18/hr

The City of Fort Collins is a bias-conscious employer seeking a Program Assistant for their Recreation Department. This part-time position provides support in programming for individuals of all abilities and involves communication, coordination, and administrative tasks.

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Responsibilities

Conducts positive, respectful communication with on-site recreation center staff, coworkers, and community members. Relays relevant information back to appropriate Recreation Coordinator

Researches and supports in the implementation of trends in programming and recreation

Assists in coordination of programs

Purchases and organizes supplies for programs as needed

Assist with equipment management and maintenance specific to program area

Collaborates with other city departments

Performs data entry and maintains databases and/or spreadsheets

Performs administrative, general clerical, filing, and special projects as assigned

Participates as a member of a department collaborative team

May drive and or lead programs

May assist in the support of other hourly employees

Qualification

Customer serviceSpreadsheet softwareCommunication skillsCultural competenceDatabase softwareWord processing softwareOffice equipment knowledgeFirst Aid CertificationCPR CertificationIndependent workProblem-solvingTeam collaboration

Required

Minimum 18 years of age

Background & MVR check

CPR and First Aid Certification required within 60 days of hiring

Can work independently without supervision

Ability to use spreadsheet, publishing, database and word processing software

Knowledge of general office equipment operations

Excellent customer service and communication skills

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing

Specific knowledge of department related city ordinances, policies, procedures, and regulations

Specific knowledge of the services and programming offered by the department

Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds

Ability to respond effectively to difficult or stressful situations

Must be able to communicate effectively with children, families, co-workers, supervisors, and the general public

Must possess the ability to solve and implement practical solutions to problems, to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form, and to foresee and initiate proactive measures to ensure program quality, customer service and participant safety