Job Details
Salary: $18.15 - $25.05 Hourly
Location : Bellevue, WA
Job Type: Variable
Job Number: 24-00162
Department: Parks and Community Services
Division: PCS Recreation SBCC
Opening Date: 04/22/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
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Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the "Hiring Process" section below to learn more.
Job Summary
We are hiring 2 part-time Climbing Wall and Facility Monitors at the South Bellevue Community Center (SBCC)!
We are currently seeking positive and energetic people to provide general facility supervision and program support to the climbing wall program, which includes daily programming, special events, and kids camps at SBCC.
This position reports to the Community Services Coordinator, but frequently interacts with the Climbing Wall Lead as well as other community center staff. Individuals must be able to work independently, communicate and enforce policies and rules, and provide excellent customer service.
In addition to the customer service, program assistance and facility upkeep performed, this role will administer, organize and facilitate parks, recreation and community services, activities and/or events. The majority of work tasks require some experience, training and/or certification.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area which may include any combination of the following tasks:
- Oversee program/activity participants and/or staff; provide instruction, direction and assistance as needed.
- Design, implement and facilitate assigned program activities and events or other program components.
- Ensure program/facility rules, policies and procedures are followed; maintain and enforce safety standards.
- Develop schedules, calendars and statistical information.
- Ensure proper use, care, and storage of program equipment.
- Assist with program and event registration; provide general front desk support such as answering calls, greeting visitors, record keeping, data entry/collection, maintain records, develop reports, assist program staff with various administrative support tasks.
- May work in more than one assignment in the department.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED- Typically receives occasional or limited supervision but generally works within standard operating procedures.
- May have lead responsibilities and will assign and oversee the work of other partially benefitted city staff and/or volunteers.
Qualifications EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS- One or more years of experience in climbing program or in the general parks, recreation and community services field.
- High school diploma or GED may be required for some positions.
- Valid driver's license may be required for some positions.
- First Aid, CPR or similar certification or training may be required for some positions.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES- Knowledge of assigned parks, recreation and community services programs, activities and services
- Knowledge of safety guidelines and practices
- Knowledge of opening and closing facilities and in assisting with program/activity set up and take down
- Skill in providing customer service in a busy environment and in handling multiple tasks
- Skill in working with diverse groups of people in a tactful, effective and respectful manner
- Skill in solving problems and in using tact, patience and courtesy when working with others
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, the community and program participants
- Ability to handle emergency situations
- Ability to provide information about parks, recreation and community services programs, activities and services and to communicate effectively, in person, via email, and over the phone
- Ability to work with cash and make change
- Ability to follow instructions, written and verbal
- Ability to use a computer to enter and track data, process payments, research information and communicate program details to participants
- Ability to work various schedules including mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends and holidays
- Ability to enforce facility rules, policies, guidelines and safety standards
- Ability to safely perform job tasks in a variety of park and non-park settings.
CORE COMPETENCIES- Customer Focus: We are focused on the needs of the customer, and on developing strong relationships with our customers.
- Instills Trust: Through authenticity, integrity and honesty, we gain the trust and respect of all of those with whom we work.
- Communicates Effectively: We understand the need to develop multimode forms of communication to address the needs of all of the audiences with whom we are engaging.
- Cultivates Innovation: We are focused on generating new and creative ways for our organization to be successful.
Supplemental Information PHYSICAL DEMANDS- The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Work involves moving, communicating, operating objects, tools or controls and reaching.
- Work may periodically require the employee to ascend or descend ladders, stairs, ramps and elevated grounds; as well as to traverse or move around to access and monitor equipment, and indoor and outdoor spaces.
- Vision abilities required by this job may include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- The employee may be required to transport, position, install and/or move objects up to 25 pounds in most positions and in some positions the requirement may involve heavier objects such as farm animals, people or equipment; lifeguards may be required to lift up to 50 pounds during training and substantially more during a rescue.
- The noise level is relative to the work environment and may be quiet while in the office or moderately loud in a gym, pool, classroom or when outside or in a farm environment.
- Job environment may be indoors and/or outdoors and may involve working in inclement weather.
- Hours may vary and may require weekends, evenings and holidays.
HIRING PROCESSThe City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably, the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name, address, and other demographics. To help us, please complete the online application form as fully as possible.
- Answer the Questions when requested and can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
- We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage, unless otherwise stated in the job description.
- Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT - All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
- All positions the completion of references checks, including at least one prior supervisor.
- Some positions may require completion of a criminal background check prior to start employment
- Some positions may require obtaining a commercial driver's license (CDL), licensures, or additional certifications.
At the City of Bellevue, you'll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The five essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions, our interactions, and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: exceptional public service, stewardship, commitment to employees, integrity, innovation and diversity, equity & inclusion. You'll work in an environment that is innovative, collaborative, future focused, and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. It's what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work, live, and explore.
Have we piqued your interest yet? Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office at 425-###-#### or If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.
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** Please be sure to check your junk folder for any messages that may be sent to you about this recruitment.**Seasonal, part-time, and variable employees have no benefits except for mandatory participation in the retirement plan assigned to the position, which will be the Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (MEBT II) retirement plan or the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement plan, and any other benefits as required by law.
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Do you have customer service experience?
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Do you have one (1) or more years of experience in climbing program or in the general parks, recreation and community services field?
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