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City of Vancouver, Washington

The candidate for this position must be able to:

• Perform all duties in accordance with the City of Vancouver’s Operating Principles;
• Work and act as a team player in all interactions;
• Provide basic customer service skills and effectively respond to basic public inquiries and complaints in a courteous manner;
• Exercise judgment and maintain a high degree of confidentiality;
• Utilize proper safety precautions in all aspects of this job;
• Follow policies and procedures of Parks and Recreation programs/area of assignment;
• Read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance;
• Supervise and assist members;
• Multi-task in a fast paced environment;
• Ensure a safe environment; and respond quickly and effectively in an emergency situation;
• Utilize skills to promote good working relations;
• Keep accurate attendance records and any other required data; Maintain positive, professional relationships between staff, and customers at all times;
• Provide a high level of customer service at all times;
• Project and maintain a positive image on behalf of the City of Vancouver with those contacted in the course of work;
• Perform other duties required to accomplish the objectives of the position.

The candidate in this position shall have the following qualifications:

• Experience, desire and patience working with teens is preferred;
• Basic knowledge of and experience in recreational and/or educational activities;
• Must be able to work nights and weekends;
• Experience working in a recreation program is desired;
• Safety practices.