Job Description

PART TIME FRONT DESK ATTENDANT-
PARKS AND RECREATIONReporting to:Manager Facility Operations Cowan Park Sportsplex
Department:Recreation
Classification:Part Time; Unionized
Salary Range:As per Grade 3: $17.19-$17.72 per hour
Starting Date:As soon as possible
Application Deadline:By no later than 4:00pm on May 8, 2024Why City of Woodstock? Known as the Friendly-City, Woodstock is located in the heart of Oxford County and blends big city conveniences with a small-town feel. With a growing population of over 45,000 welcoming citizens, Woodstock residents place high value on our small-town atmosphere, while enjoying urban amenities. The city is a great place to call home with amazing parks and trails, fantastic amenities as well as wonderful arts and cultural facilities. At the crossroads of highways 401 and 403, Woodstock has a thriving manufacturing sector and opportunities in agriculture, education and healthcare and convenient access to communities across Southwestern Ontario. Visitors can enjoy the city\xe2\x80\x99s many festivals and delight in the many local shops and restaurants in Downtown Woodstock.When you work for the City, you get to be part of an incredible team of dedicated people with a range of skills and experiences to share. Our team works together to help build a strong, connected community where people have access to the services they need, while enjoying a relaxed lifestyle. Other great benefits to working at the City of Woodstock:

• Join a growing and dynamic organization offering rewarding careers,
• Competitive Wages,
• Option to join a Defined Contribution Benefit Pension Plan (OMERS) where employee contributions (9%) are matched by the City,
• Training opportunities to support you in this role,
• And a great working environment for individuals committed to making a difference, just to name a few.

Responsibilities: * Performs administrative duties for Parks and Recreation department including:

• Responds to telephone and counter inquiries,
• Receives and processes facility bookings and program registrations, using registration software,
• Shares knowledge of all programs with patrons,
• Monitors activities of public in change rooms and lobby,
• Knowledge and understanding of admission standards.
• Performs cashier duties including:

• Processes program registrations and fees,
• Receives admission fees and issues admissions for programs,
• Prepares daily cash reconciliation,
• Prepares bank deposit slips,
• Operates PerfectMind software and debit/credit card machine,
• Sells merchandise.
• Performs other facility-related duties.
• Works with general supervision.
• Assist customers with any concerns or questions.
• Performs other related duties as assigned from time to time.

Qualifications: Essential

• Grade 10 or equivalent and/or relevant experience would be considered.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with computers required.

Preferred

• Minimum 1 year experience in customer service and/or cash handling or accounting experience.
• Standard First Aid with CPR-C and AED certification.
• Experience with registration software; use of PerfectMind Software considered an asset.

Working Conditions:

• Subject to frequent interruptions due to high volume of patron traffic in public office.
• Able to work flexible hours including daytime, evening, weekends, late nights and holidays, depending on the needs of the facility.
• Hours of work will not exceed forty-eight (48) hours in a two-week period in accordance with the C.U.P.E., Local 1146 \xe2\x80\x93 Inside Part-time Unit collective agreement.

The City of Woodstock is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. We embrace equity, diversity, justice, inclusion and belonging and we\xe2\x80\x99re committed to building a team that represents many backgrounds, perspectives and skills, representative of the communities we serve. The more inclusive we are, the better our work and workplace will be. We are committed to creating a workplace where people experience meaningful work, a sense of hope and optimism, an environment of trust, and inspired results. If this sounds like an environment in which you would like to work, apply here today!
In accordance with the and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Woodstock will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the City\xe2\x80\x99s Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation by contacting hr@cityofwoodstock.ca. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information & Protection of Personal Privacy Act, personal information collected will only be used for candidate selection. Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.Satisfactory passing of a criminal record check, employment and proof of qualifications, will be required of any successful candidate(s) for this positionThe Corporation of the City of Woodstock does not require proof of vaccination status.We invite all qualified applicants to submit their resume and cover letter via online at .We thank all candidates who apply but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contactedPowered by JazzHR

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