Description

Under general supervision, performs journey-level secretarial duties for the Recreation Division. Work varies; individual judgment is required within generally prescribed standards and procedures.

Essential Functions

TYPICAL DUTIES:

Answer and direct telephone calls; assist with facilitating and scheduling sports fields and courts; compose average to semi-complex reports, forms, and/or correspondence from rough draft (where spelling, grammar, or punctuation may require minor editing). Set up spreadsheets; input information into computer and run routine to semi difficult reports and charts; set up and maintain mail labels, lists, or other database applications; answer questions that require general knowledge of departmental policies and procedures; establish manual and electronic filing systems that can be accessed by various users; copy, collate, and compile packets of information for backup to agendas; handle claims, process purchase orders, order supplies, track projects or other assignments; handle public notifications through news media, social media, City website and signage; promote, schedule interviews, and handle payroll paperwork for seasonal, part-time and full-time positions within the Recreation Division. Light office/lobby cleaning responsibilities. Perform overtime as required and performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION - RESPONSIBILITY FOR WORK OF OTHERS:

None.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, officials and the public. (Daily)
Regular timely/punctual attendance. (Daily)
Use personal computer to manage database information. (Daily)
Properly account for materials, supplies and funds. (Daily)
Maintain and exhibit discretion at all times when handling confidential information. (Daily)
Prepare, organize and file records, reports and other documents. (Daily)
Maintain and improve knowledge of office procedures, machine operations, city operations and policies. (Daily)
Sort, file, record, input data or information. (Daily) 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Work Type: Light, exerting up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects
Climbing/Balancing: Minimal, ability to sit and stand
Walking: Minimal amount required
Stooping/Bending: Frequently
Stand/Sit: Sit about 85 percent of the time
Reaching: Frequent, overhead as well as horizontal
Vision: Adequate to perform essential job functions
Color Vision: Adequate to perform essential job functions
Hearing: Frequently perceive nature of sounds by ear
Speech: Occasionally express ideas by means of spoken words
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently operates equipment requiring moderate ability
Manual Dexterity: Frequently operates equipment requiring moderate ability

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Inside/Outside: Work inside 
Cold/Heat: Controlled
Wet/Dry: Controlled
Noise/Vibrations: Office equipment
Hazards: None
Fumes/Dust/Odors: None
Infectious Diseases: Low exposure

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Ability to read and comprehend written material.
Ability to listen and apply information and instructions.
Ability to understand mathematical concepts to include basic arithmetic.
Ability to schedule appointments.
Ability to organize files and effectively retrieve data.
Ability to comprehend and apply computer software principles.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school. Strong computer skills required with two years of progressively responsible clerical work preferred.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS:

None.

Supplemental Information

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT AND WORK AIDS USED:

Copy machine, calculator, computer, scanner, binding machine, laminator, telephone, and fax.

REMARKS:

The above position description is intended to describe the duties of an employee in general terms and does not necessarily describe all of his/her duties.