The City of Issaquah has a great opportunity to join a dynamic team as a part-time senior center facility attendant and van driver! This person will supervise the programs at the Issaquah Senior Center and be responsible for opening, closing, and ensuring proper procedures are followed. Hours for the position with vary. If you are responsible, friendly, conscientious, self-motivated, and excited by the idea of working with seniors, then this is a great opportunity for you!

Parks and Recreation's Vision: To connect residents and visitors to nature and each other through a vibrant parks and trails system within the city, neighborhoods and regional lands that provide recreation and outdoor activities for a balanced, healthy and inclusive mountain, lake and valley community.

Come join our team! Our mission - we enhance lives through public service.

EQUITY STATEMENT
The City of Issaquah strives to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We value a variety of perspectives and life experiences and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state and local laws. We believe diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to the success of our City operations.

• Ensures proper program procedures are followed, both regarding safety and program guidelines.
• Open and close facility and supervise the site throughout the work shift.
• Drive a 14-passenger van for senior outings.
• Set up and take down tables and chairs as required for various programming.
• Ensure facility and grounds are kept neat, clean and litter free. Perform basic custodial and light maintenance duties.
• Provide information to the public concerning recreation programs, policies, regulations, and schedules.
• Provide routine First Aid in case of minor injury and administer CPR as needed.
• Communicate in writing with supervisor and team.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Preferred minimum of 18 years of age.
• Graduation from high school or G.E.D.
• Valid WA state drivers license.
• Interest in community recreation and/or education programs preferred.
• Certifications in CPR and First Aid, or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Must pass a criminal background check prior to hire.
• A combination of education and experience that provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills & abilities to perform the job will be considered.

Knowledge of:

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  Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, courtesy, and respect.
• General rules, regulations, practices, and terminology of Issaquah Parks & Community Services Department.
• Maintenance requirements and expectations of Community Center and grounds.

• Analyzing situations quickly and adopting an effective course of action.
• Communicating effectively both orally and in writing.
• Reading, interpreting, applying, and explaining rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Maintaining current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements, and restrictions.

• Establish rapport and maintain cooperative working relationships with user populations and staff.

Paid Sick Leave is available to employees to care for their own health and safety, and for the health and safety of their family members. All non-exempt employees in part-time, non-regular positions shall accrue paid Sick and Safe Leave at the rate of one (1) hour for forty (40) hours worked, beginning from date of hire.

Some part-time, non-regular positions are eligible for retirement benefits through the Washington State Retirement System.