Salary: $16.25 - $18.25 HourlyLocation : Elgin, ILJob Type: Part TimeJob Number: 20241106-01Department: Parks and RecreationOpening Date: 11/06/2024Closing Date: 11/20/2024 11:59 PM CentralCLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTIONServing as first line contact with all customers; receptionist; performing word processing and data processing duties; preparing and maintaining files and records. GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK
- Greet all users as they enter in the Centre
- Register applicants on the spot: all Parks & Recreation programs and activities
- Answer incoming phone calls and handle appropriately.
- Check and review data for accuracy, completeness and conformance.
- Maintains mailing lists, files and card indexes.
- Operates standard office and data processing equipment.
- Responsible for cash control at the front desk: collect and properly record all cash, check and charge transactions.
- Provide general information on Parks & Recreation activities and facilities.
- Maintain the front desk in an orderly fashion.
- Maintain a positive public image and attitude with excellent customer service.
- Wear appropriate staff uniform.
- Attend all staff meetings
- Abide by all City of Elgin rules and regulations as outlined in the Employee Manual.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Minimum 18 years of age, preference given to related service/retail experience with cash handling skills.
- Demonstrates proficiency in basic math skills.
- Ability to handle money in receiving and returning.
- Ability to work pleasantly with patrons and fellow employees and possess excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to enforce all rules and policies of the City at the facility in a diplomatic manner.
- Computer skills, previous RecTrac experience preferred.
- Ability to operate general office machines: photocopier, FAX machine, typewriter, printer and binder.
- Be able to handle multiple duties/tasks.
- CPR/AED certified within 3 months of employment.
- Must be available to work evenings and weekends
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Hours of the Centre are:Monday - Friday 5am - 7:30pmSaturday & Sunday 7am - 5pmApplicants must be flexible with schedule and weekends may be required.City of Elgin provides all part-time employees with the following benefits:
- Membership discount at the Centre of Elgin
- Employee Assistance Program available to the employee and all members of their household for free
- In-house Training Opportunities
- Flu Shot (during our fall event only)
In addition, to the above, for those part time employees working in the Parks and Recreation Department, you have the following additional benefits:
- 25% off Parks and Recreation Classes & Rentals (some restrictions may apply)
- 25% off Parks and Recreation Classes for Immediate Family Members (some restrictions may apply)
- Free Employee Fitness Silver Membership
- The opportunity to be apart of the Heart of the Community