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Title

Summer Youth Intern 

Open Date 5/15/2018  
Full-Time/Part-Time Seasonal  
Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt  
Bargaining / Non-Bargaining Non-bargaining  
Division Venues Parks and Arts  
Location Recreational Experiences  
Reports To Assistant Program Coordinator  
Schedule Varied schedule Monday-Saturday between the hours of 7 AM-9 PM. May 27-August 17, 2018. Schedule is subject to vary based on departmental needs.  
Pay Rate $10.10/hr.  
Description

SUMMARY
The Summer Intern works under the MADE Program Assistant and Program Coordinators at the Recreation Centers. They will assist with the daily activities at the centers. He/She will execute and implement the daily scheduled events including, but not limited to: custodial maintenance duties, sports, recreation, concessions, and other aspects of the daily routine.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This list represents the types of duties required by the position. Other duties may be assigned as reasonably expected.
• Serves as a representative of VPA.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude and professionalism, courtesy, tact and discretion in all interactions with other employees and the public.
• Assists with maintenance of building sites.
• Assists with special events as needed.
• Ensures that all visitors to our facilities have a positive experience.
• Assists with the implementation of classes, programs and/or events.
• Assists with set up and break down for classes, programs and/or events.
• Assists MADE Assistant Program Coordinator and Program Coordinators, as needed.
• Uses knowledge in relevant field to suggest improvements to classes, programs, events, or facilities.
• Responsive and interactive while participating with classes, programs, events, or facilities.
• Assists with environmental concerns for VPA and how to improve overall sustainability in classes, programs, events, or facilities.
• Shares knowledge relating to societal trends and how to adjust programs to be as inclusive as possible.
• Attends meetings, if requested.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assume additional responsibilities as required.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 
Position Requirements

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
• Must be a high school student or high school graduate interested in learning on the job training relating to the field of tourism, events management, leisure studies, recreation, communication, psychology, sociology, environmental studies, or a related field.
• Experience working with the public.
• Experience working with children is a plus.
• Customer service background is a plus.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES PREFERRED
• Ability to execute activities and events for youth.
• Ability to be supervised and carry out tasks in a diligent manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work with patrons of all ages.
• Ability to understand and carry out instructions.
• Has knowledge of, or can readily learn various computer software applications.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSE, REGISTRATION
• None.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, talk, or hear. The employee is required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, and controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, run, or crawl. The employee must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. At times the heat and noise level can be extreme.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in indoor and outdoor settings, with varied temperatures and noise levels.

 
Required  
About the Organization South Bend is the economic, educational, media, and cultural hub of a multi-county region spanning the Michigan-Indiana border. It's the fourth-largest city in Indiana with over 100,000 residents. South Bend's flourishing collegiate community and burgeoning tech industry have built upon the foundation of the city's industrial past to create a vibrant present and a promising future. The city's 14 institutions of higher learning, including the internationally renowned University of Notre Dame, infuse South Bend with creative energy in the arts, business, and technology. Combined with recent economic growth, strong neighborhoods, an affordable cost of living, exciting recreational opportunities, and thriving arts venues make South Bend a fabulous place to live, work, and, play.


***AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.***  
EOE Statement EOE/ADA Statement

The City of South Bend provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application/hiring process should contact the Legal Department's ADA Compliance Officer, Michael Schmidt, at legaldept@southbendin.gov and Human Resources at humanresources@southbendin.gov to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.

The City of South Bend seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality public safety officers, staff and administration. The City of South Bend is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented candidates and others that will enhance our community in compliance with EO No. 1-2016 Section 1. Moreover, the City of South Bend prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).  

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