Description
- Up to 40 hours per week for 6 months.
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Work is expected to last from July through December, Wednesday through Sunday, 8:30 am-5:00 pm.
- You may be required at times to work evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
- These temporary positions are not eligible for County benefits.
Position Summary
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
Pierce County Parks is accepting applications for a temporary extra hire job opening for a Recreation Specialist in the South Region, located in the Frederickson Community Center at Cross Park. Your primary focus will be exceptional customer service as you assist the Recreation Supervisor and Recreation Coordinator with rental operations. You will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of rental reservations, including general customer service, clerical tasks, permitting, room preparation, touring prospective renters, and working with the coordinator and supervisor to schedule staff coverage.
Why It's a Great Department:
Pierce County Parks and Recreation manages over 5,200 acres of open space, trails, developed and undeveloped parks. We provide recreation programs and infrastructure in active and passive parks and trails. The department consists of three divisions: Parks and Recreation, Administration, and Resource Stewardship. Our mission is to be a leader in creating livable communities by providing opportunities for people to connect with nature, learn about sustainable practices, live healthy lifestyles, and enjoy vibrant community spaces.
Learn more about the Pierce County Parks and Recreation Department
Core Daily Responsibilities:
- Provide outstanding customer service.
- Assist with the facility rental process for South Region rentals.
- Act as a point of contact for facility rentals.
- Create and edit facility use permits through ActiveNet.
- Conduct facility tours for prospective renters.
- Assist with room preparation, including setting up and taking down equipment, tables and chairs.
- Maintain facility cleanliness and assist with light cleaning duties.
- Work with the coordinator and supervisor to schedule staff.
- Respond to public inquiries, and requests and provide information within the scope of knowledge via email, phone, and in person.
- Perform routine clerical and administrative duties including word processing, filing, reviewing, and proofreading.
- Handle mail, answer phones, prepare correspondence, and provide information.
- May assist with special projects, special uses, and programs as needed.
- Attend operational meetings as instructed.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- At least 6 months of customer service experience
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Ability to lift a minimum of 30 pounds
- Valid driver's license
- Experience working in a parks and recreation department/setting
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite products
- Experience using ActiveNet recreation management software
Supplemental Information
To be considered for this opportunity please:
- Complete and submit an online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting "APPLY" above or go to: www.piercecountywa.gov/jobs.
- If you have a question about this opportunity, please email the Recruitment Team at [email protected] and specify the Job Number and Title.
- If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
- Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing process, or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need.
This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the County's needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include assessments, phone screen, and interviews.
At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion means commitment, not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision. Employees of the County have local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County place people are proud to call home?
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