Location : Bemidji MN 56601, MNJob Type: VolunteerJob Number: 2024-00232Department: Parks & RecreationDivision: RecreationOpening Date: 12/19/2024Closing Date: 1/19/2025 4:00 PM CentralFLSA: Non-ExemptBargaining Unit: N/AGENERAL PURPOSEProvide visitors with information of attractions, events, and businesses of Bemidji and the surrounding area ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
- Provide helpful information to visitors in a polite friendly manner
- Promote local events and businesses
- Give directions to visitors
- Suggest attractions, places to visit, eat, and shop
- Work both indoors and outdoors
- Basic knowledge of inventory, prices, and rental policies
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Education and Experience
- Friendly, outgoing, service orientated
- Knowledge of Bemidji and surrounding area
- Strong verbal communication skills
- Comfortable in an environment that might require flexibility and adaptability
- Necessary Knowledge Skills & Abilities
- Providing a warm, welcoming, and helpful attitude to visitors
- Familiarity with local attractions, history, events, and services
- Sensitivity to the cultural backgrounds and preferences of diverse visitors
- Keeping brochures, maps, and other materials organized and accessible
- Preferred Requirements
- First aid and/or CPR training preferred but not required. Potentially training offered depending on volunteer position type and length of service
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Tools & Equipment Used
- Personal computer, including word processing and spreadsheet software; phone, and Point of Sale software.
- 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.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The volunteer is occasionally required to walk; use hands to operate, finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Work Environment
- The work environment 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 individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.
- Selection Guidelines
- Formal application, rating of education and experience, oral interview, and reference check. Job related tests may be required.
- The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
This position is not eligible for benefits.01 Please describe why you are interested in this position and volunteering for the City of Bemidji. 02 Please explain your knowledge and familiarity with the Bemidji area and why you would be a good fit for this position. Required Question