Recreation Leader III - Clerical

Under the general supervision of the Recreation Coordinator/RCS Clerk/RCS Senior Secretary, the incumbent performs a wide variety of typing and general clerical work of a routine nature in support of the Recreation and Community Services Department. Note, part‑time positions are considered at‑will employment. The incumbent performs a wide variety of general clerical work including typing and/or data entry, collect and record fees, and maintains accurate cash records.

Receives the public and answers calls while displaying courteous and professional behavior; observes and enforces all City safety rules and regulations including policies; provides customer service requiring understanding of City policies and procedures; directs people to appropriate offices; answers routine questions; explains routine procedures, processes, or departmental activities; distributes and explains forms, such as applications or facility permits; obtains routine factual information to create or update files;

provides routine assistance. Compiles routine reports by extracting and/or tabulating information from a variety of sources, such as files, correspondence, meeting notes, logs, previous reports, and/or oral instruction. Types a variety of documents in draft and final form, such as correspondence, standard forms, charts, and reports using word processing equipment; types from written, recorded, or printed sources and/or oral instructions;

proofreads materials for correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation; will sort and distribute mail. Provides assistance processing warrant demands, registration for Recreational classes and sports. Provides temporary and vacation relief in similar occupational fields as necessary. Performs related duties as required. High School diploma or equivalent required; college coursework relating to recreational programs highly desirable. Some direct experience in leadership, volunteer work, or recreation activities is highly desirable.

• Keep simple records and prepare reports and notices
• Establish and maintain effective and cooperative relationships
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Team oriented
• Maintain confidential data and information
• The ability to speak Spanish is highly desirable
• Ability to operate a personal computer using common business applications, e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook and Power Point

Following a review of all applicants, the best-qualified candidates will be scheduled for further assessment procedures. Those applicants who successfully complete the evaluation process will be further considered. An eligibility list will be compiled in accordance with the City's Promotional/Open Recruitment Policy from which the final selection will be made.

Initial appointment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a City paid physical examination, drug screening, background check and verification of U.S. Citizenship or right to work in the United States. This position is subject to and dependent on the continued availability of funds and the manpower needs of the City of Bell Gardens.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

NOTICE:
Under the California Government Code, Chapter 8 of Division 4 of Title 1, Section 3100 and the City of Bell Gardens Municipal Code Chapter 2.34, all City employees are designated as official disaster workers in the event of a declared disaster. In a declared disaster City employees may be required to report to work at times other than their regularly scheduled shifts and work extensive overtime during the emergency period.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas.

The City of Bell Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

If you require reasonable accommodation during the examination components due to a qualified disability, you must inform the Human Resources Division at  at least 5 days in advance of testing date.