Department of Aging Activity Coordinator

A vacancy exists in the Department of Aging for an Activity Coordinator. Pay Schedule I, Grade 20, Regular

Schedule:

35 hours per week. This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly. All interested candidates must apply at this time.

Under the supervision of the Senior Center Director, provides administrative, operational, programming, and technical assistance, enters data into Well Sky and My Senior Center , and assists with program registration and membership renewals.

• Registers new members, renews current members’ membership forms, and collects enhancement donations.
• Enters data into My Senior Center  and other software (such as Survey Monkey).
• Assists members with accessing My Senior Center  and OPAL programs.
• Assist the center director in developing, promoting, implementing, and evaluating senior center programs and activities.
• Assist the center director with the daily operations of the senior center.
• Assist the center director in the oversight of the nutrition program.
• Attends senior center team meetings.
• Assist in completing reports as needed, as assigned by the senior center director.
• Makes bank deposits for all county revenues as needed.

Performs other related duties as required.

Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent;
Two years of successful experience as a playground leader, recreation leader, recreation specialist, teacher, or worker in a closely allied field.

Two years of successful work experience at senior centers, with adult education, adult recreation, counseling, social work, community development, or a closely related field.

• Familiarity with, and can enforce, the Senior Center and Community Services Division Standard Operating Procedures and the Baltimore County policies and procedures.
• Experience working with computers, including the Microsoft Office suite and Outlook.
• Experience with My Senior Center , Well Sky, and Survey Monkey is an asset.
• Good knowledge of the needs of older adults and the means to meet those needs.
• Good knowledge of the objectives and purposes of activities, programs, and services for older adults.
• Good customer service skills and ability to work effectively with older adults, volunteers, and the community in general.
• Ability to keep charts and records of average complexity.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Some positions within this classification may require possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland driver's license at the time of appointment.

Applicants are required to submit proof of professional licenses, certifications, and education to meet the position's required and preferred qualifications. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. This position may require maintaining CPR/AED/First Aid and Serv Safe certifications, which must be maintained throughout employment.

Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalency documentation from World Education Services, Inc. ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). Documents may be mailed or delivered to:
ATTN:
Activity Coordinator - Aging
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204

Qualified applicants will be assigned a rating based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as submitted on their application and supplemental questions. Applicants are advised to state the dates, duties, and responsibilities of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes. Employees in this classification may be assigned to work nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

• The work of this classification involves physical labor, including walking over rough, uneven surfaces during facility and grounds inspections, and lifting and carrying items.
• The work entails travel to recreation and park sites, facilities, and meetings throughout the County.
• A valid driver's license equivalent to a Non-Commercial Class C Maryland driver's license at the time of appointment.

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening, and employment investigation, including, but not limited to, a criminal background check, education certification, and fingerprinting checks.