Recreation Center Technician - Southwestern Oregon Community College : Job Details

Salary: $15.73 - $17.10 HourlyLocation : Coos Bay, ORJob Type: Classified - Part Time (10-19 hrs)Job Number: 2024-00054Department: Recreation CenterDivision: Student ServicesOpening Date: 12/04/2024Closing Date: ContinuousFLSA: Non-ExemptBargaining Unit: CLFEDPrimary Purpose Join our team and enjoy a work-life balance like no other! With up to 12 holidays, paid Fridays off in the summer, a generous winter break, longevity-based vacation and paid sick leave, you'll have the time to recharge and thrive. We invite you to join Southwestern Oregon Community College in fulfilling our mission by supporting the cultural and educational needs of our diverse communities. We also offer tuition and fee waivers for employees and dependents, a comprehensive retirement plan (PERS), and discounts at the campus store. Apply now and experience the benefits of a caring community college that values your time and well-being.PRIMARY PURPOSE The Recreation Center Technician serves as a customer service representative for the student recreation center, providing front desk and facility guidance in the absence of the facility director. Supports College leadership in developing departmental goals and objectives as part of the Institution's continuous improvement cycle, which includes participating in the college-wide accreditation process by performing departmental planning, assessment, and improvement to meet core theme objectives and contribute to mission fulfillment. Description of Essential Functions Recreation Center Support (100% of Time)

Oversee all activities of the Recreation Center, often in the absence of facility management staff (nights and/or weekends). Open or close facility as needed (including any related opening/closing duties).

Operate from facility front desk, regulating who enters facility, while regularly observing all other areas of the facility.

Handle forms/money for facility registrations, rentals, and any other miscellaneous revenue.

Resolve conflicts/issues via appropriate means as necessary or directed.

Oversee and provide training as necessary for student workers and federal work study staff.

Keep work and service area in a safe, sanitary, and orderly manner. Clean the equipment and facility as needed or instructed. Assist in the cleaning/maintenance of the climbing wall and climbing equipment.

Check-out, inventory, and maintain equipment. Assist in any necessary setup for classes, intramurals, and other activities (i.e., setting up volleyball nets) as needed or instructed.

Serve as resource for information in response to inquiries from students, the public, and College personnel regarding classes, activities, procedures, and policies. Greet visitors and answer the Recreation Center telephone.

Performs Other Duties and Special Projects as Required/Assigned Required Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSHigh School diploma or GED/equivalent. One (1) year of experience in a front-line environment with an emphasis on customer service, computer operations, and conflict resolution.Successful applicants for this position must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities, or be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Requires the ability to perform all of the duties of the position effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision. Commitment to being punctual and reliable.
• Knowledge and ability to utilize all of the tools and equipment of the position in a safe and responsible manner.
• Knowledge and ability to administer first aid in emergency situations.
• Ability to work independently while exercising judgment during interactions with students, staff, and the public on campus during all hours of operation.
• Ability to work independently and to consistently follow administrative procedures and to explain procedures to those unfamiliar with them.
• Knowledge and demonstrated ability to use MS Word, working knowledge of spreadsheets, word processors, and similar office applications required.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English with others both orally and in written form, which includes the ability to restate at various language levels, to simplify, and to use demonstrations which relate to previous knowledge and concrete experience.
• Ability to work effectively and sensitively with individuals of diverse cultural backgrounds and perspectives, and abilities.
• Ability to consistently convey a pleasant and helpful attitude by using excellent interpersonal and communication skills to control sometimes stressful and emotional situations. Requires sufficient communication and human relations skills to resolve complaints/issues, defuse anger, and gain cooperation.
• Ability to work early morning and/or late evening hours as needed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience working in an independent environment Experience working in an athletic environment College coursework, certificate, or degree strongly preferredSPECIAL REQUIREMENTS OR LICENSESCurrent first aid card with CPR/AED certification (or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment) Additional Job InformationJOB TITLE: Recreation Center TechnicianLOCATION: Coos Bay CampusFTE: 10-19 hours/week (.48 FTE)ORGANIZATION: Southwestern Oregon Community CollegePAY LEVEL: E ($15.73 - $17.10 at initial hire)EXEMPTION STATUS: Non-exemptPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: AttachedREPORTS TO: Recreation Center DirectorCLASSIFICATION: ClassifiedREVISION DATE: November 2024SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONSouthwestern Oregon Community College only accepts applications through this online application system. We want you to be successful in applying with us. We highly encourage you to complete and submit your application in advance of the deadline. For assistance with this, please email For technical assistance with your application, please call (855) ###-####. Please note: We recognize that our application process can be lengthy, so before you begin, please read all of the stated requirements to determine if you meet them. Applicants must meet all of the stated minimum/special qualifications and additional requirements to be considered for this position. Based on your responses to the qualifying questions, the system may automatically screen you out from further consideration. Required documents must be provided at the time of application. Please remove any personal information such as photographs, date of birth, gender, social security number, and other protected information from your documents. Documents containing protected information will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Positions are subject to budget consideration and approval. For the candidate who is hired into this position, salary placement will be based on guidelines in administrative policies and procedures or collective bargaining agreements (as applicable). For this reason, please be sure to include everything in your application that you want the college to consider towards placement. The college does not sponsor employees in the visa application process if they intend to use this as their means to work in the United States. This means that all required work visas must be in place and supported by appropriate evidence to be employed by Southwestern. Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as part of the employment process.REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION STATEMENTReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract nor is it intended to describe all responsibilities, skills, effort, or work conditions associated with the job someone in this position would perform. All employees of Southwestern Oregon Community College are expected to perform tasks as assigned by Southwestern Oregon Community College supervisory/management personnel regardless of job title or routine job duties.VETERAN'S PREFERENCE STATEMENTApplicants are eligible to use Veteran's Preference when applying with Southwestern Oregon Community College in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230 and 408.235; and OAR 105-###-#### and 105-###-####. Preference will only be given if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and any special qualifications for the position and electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application. DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

• MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) - OR - Letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating a non-service connected pension.
• Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
  • You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at:

For information regarding Veteran's Preference qualifications, visit the following website: NON-DISCRIMINATIONIt is the policy of Southwestern Oregon Community College Board of Education that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the grounds of race, color, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, political affiliation, parental status, veteran status or disability in any educational programs, activities or employment. Persons having questions about equal opportunity and nondiscrimination should contact Vice President of Administrative Services in Tioga 512. Phone 541-###-#### or TDD 541-###-####. All other issues, concerns, and complaints should also be directed to the Vice President of Administrative Services for referral to the appropriate Manager. Annual Campus Crime/Annual Fire Safety (Clery Act) ReportThe Jeanne Clery Disclosure for Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (formerly the Campus Security Act) is a federal law that requires institutions of higher education to disclose campus security information, including crime statistics for the campus and surrounding area. As a current or prospective Southwestern student or employee, you have a right to obtain a copy of this information. You may review this information here: You may also obtain a hard copy of this information upon request by contacting Administrative Services at 541-###-####.OTHER BENEFITS:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retirement Plan (Oregon PERS/OPSERP)
• Tuition and Fee Waiver
• Bookstore Discount
• Opportunity to potentially receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

PAID LEAVES:

• Sick Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Civic Leave

VACATION: Depends on longevity and work hours.HOLIDAYS: Up to 12 holidays per year, plus one floating holidayPAID TIME OFF (PTO):11 Fridays off in Summer, 5 days off at Christmas (prorated for part time employees)01 Choose your highest level of education or training:

• No High School Diploma or GED
• High School Diploma/G.E.D.
• Some College
• Career Technical Training
• Apprenticeship
• Associate's degree
• Bachelors Degree in Progress
• Bachelor's degree
• Masters Degree in Progress
• Master's degree or Higher
• Ph.D. in Progress
• Ph. D.
• Juris Doctor
• Medical Doctor
• Other Doctorate Level Degree

02 Do you have (or ability to obtain) and able to maintain a current First Aid with CPR/AED certification?

• Yes
• No

03 How many years of experience do you have working in an athletic environment?

• 5 plus years
• 3 - 5 years
• 1 - 3 years
• Up to 1 year
• None

04 How many years of experience do you have working in a front-line environment with an emphasis on customer service, computer operations, and conflict resolution?

• up to 1 year
• 1 to 2 years
• 2 to 3 years
• 3 to 4 years
• More than 4 years
• No experience

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