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JOB TITLE: Clerk (Part-Time)
DEPARTMENT: Parks, Recreation & Civic Facilities
DIVISION: Nature Center
SALARY: $15.00/HR $21,450.00/YR
CLOSING DATE: Until filled

Job Summary/Scope
Provides general clerical support and customer service for the Nature Center.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Answers and handles incoming calls and interacts with the public.
• Performs general clerical duties for the Nature Center.
• Assists in the Gift shop.
• Assists with daily reports and deposits.
• Performs craft sessions and leads birthday party packages with children and families.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• ​Serves as back up for the administrative office personnel when needed.
• Assists with various activities and events in the Nature Center.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Employee Behavior and Conduct
City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest and respectful.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Skills in telephone etiquette, detailed record keeping, working with numbers.
• Knowledge of computer and related programs, fax machine, copy machine and other various office equipment.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work flexible hours, which will include evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Valid Driver's License preferred.

Material and Equipment Directly Used
Uses a variety of office equipment such as computer and related software, copier, fax machine, telephone, typewriter, calculator and other related equipment. There may be times when use of personal vehicle may be required.

Working Environment/Physical Requirements
Work is generally performed in an office setting with a controlled environment. Will be required to work outdoors at various events/programs on a seasonal basis, where conditions can vary from extreme heat and cold with dust, dirt, snow, ice and noise, while standing, bending, lifting and other physical activities. Seldom needs to lift more than 10 to 20 pounds. Must be willing to work with and around live animals, as well as assist with educational programming. Some overnight or day travel may be required for business purposes. Leave scheduling shall be requested of and approved by the appropriate supervisor.

Education
High school diploma or equivalent required. One or more years of experience or any combination of formal education and work experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

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