Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $16.00 - $19.51
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Flexible Schedule
Community impact
part-time work
Professional Development
Inclusive culture
training provided
Job Description
Cary's Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources department is a vibrant and dedicated division focused on enhancing the quality of life for Cary residents through diverse programming and services. This department manages a variety of community programs and recreational facilities designed to engage residents of all ages and backgrounds. Committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and active community environment, the department emphasizes cultural enrichment, health, and wellness. As part of its comprehensive offerings, the Cary Senior Center provides specialized services aimed at supporting older adults, helping them maintain a high level of engagement, socialization, and well-being. The center serves a diverse... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
- Ability to drive various vehicles including a 14-passenger bus
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including some weekends
- Ability to communicate effectively with patrons from diverse backgrounds
- Ability to lift moderately heavy items up to 25 lbs
- Ability to walk, climb, and move freely to interact with patrons
- Ability to hear and talk to communicate with the public
- Ability to remain calm, organized, and multitask
- Successful completion of drug test, background check, and reference checks
- Drug testing and background check including criminal history, SBI fingerprinting, motor vehicle records, education verification, and credit history review as applicable
- Willingness to follow all Cary policies and procedures
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain within six months
- Some experience with in-person customer service preferred
- Some experience supervising or guiding groups in structured or unstructured settings preferred
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365
Job Duties
- Assist with greeting, checking in, loading, driving, and off-loading passengers at prescheduled sites while maintaining the planned itinerary
- Learn specific details of each trip including itinerary and driving directions
- Help staff foresee potential issues such as participant physical limitations and parking restrictions
- Understand trip processes and procedures to troubleshoot unexpected situations
- Respond to participant inquiries by phone, email, and in-person
- Provide supervisor or program assistant with trip information including issues and positive feedback
- Access vehicle prior to trip using key valet with reservation code
- Proactively identify trip needs and suggest solutions
- Drive vehicle with passengers for the trip
- Fuel and clean vehicle prior to returning to parking lot
- Provide town information and materials to citizens or redirect to appropriate staff
- Return key to valet at end of shift
- Perform basic accounting for money spent on meals, tickets, and incidentals for scheduled trips
- Follow Cary policies and procedures
- Perform other job-related tasks as required
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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