Share Email Opening Title Veterans Affairs Recreation Coordinator   Union Non-union   Pay Grade   Wage Scale Starting at $17.33 per hour.   Description Hours: Up to 20 hrs. per week with flexible scheduling provided from the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday- Friday, no weekends, and no holidays. General Summary: Under the supervision of the Veterans Affairs Director, coordinates, schedules and attends a variety of events designed to improve the quality of life and health and fitness for participating veterans. Identifies and categorizes activities of interest, promotes the program, actively solicits participation, and schedules activities. Provides office supports and acts as an office reception.  Essential Functions: 1. Greets veterans and directs them to the Veterans Affairs Director’s office. 2. Answers phones and schedules appointments. 3. Identifies activities of interest, designed to improve the quality of life and health and fitness for participating veterans. 4. Actively promotes the program using advertisements, social media and direct contact with veterans. 5. Schedules a variety of activities which include, but is not limited to, kayaking, mountain biking, bee keeping, fishing, hunting       and social events. 6. Maintains all Veterans Affairs’ recreational equipment and supplies. Performs minor maintenance on equipment and keeps related records. 7. Maintains and organizes the Veterans Loan Closet. 8. Maintains all records related to recreational and social events. 9. Orders supplies and materials required for events and keeps an inventory of select items. 10. Interacts with the public, providing information on Veteran’s Affairs events. 11. Performs other duties as required.       Position Requirements Employment Qualifications: Education: A high school diploma. Experience: Prior experience in recreational events planning and participation requiring physical fitness. Some prior experience working with veterans is preferred. Other Requirements: Michigan Vehicle Operator’s License. Limited proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications. Physical Requirements:  (This job requires the ability to perform the essential functions contained in this description.  These include, but are not limited to, the following requirements.  Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified applicants unable to fulfill one or more of these requirements): Ability to use a keyboard to enter and retrieve information from a computer. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Ability to regularly travel to and access the various locales for events. Physical dexterity required to participate in events. Ability to lift and move items of moderate weight. Working Conditions: Frequently works outside at various event locations but also in the office.  Works outside in varying weather conditions.   Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time   Shift Days   Position Veterans Affairs Recreation Coordinator   Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt   Open Date 3/2/2023   Location St. Joseph County Courthouse   About the Organization The mission of St. Joseph County Government is to provide statutory and constitutional services in a fiscally responsible manner worthy of the dignity and respect of all County citizens. Non-mandated services requested by citizens shall be evaluated and prioritized within the same context of fiscal responsibility and public trust. The basis for providing such services shall include, but not be restricted to: the safety and well-being of the public, the protection and improvement of natural resources, and the expansion of economic opportunities for all citizens. St. Joseph County Government as stewards of people and resources promotes equal opportunity for all, and hereby encourages the talents, creativity and leadership of all County employees in striving for prompt, courteous, respectful and efficient delivery of services. St. Joseph County provides an excellent benefit package. This includes health, dental, vision, life, and short and long term disability insurance. We also offer a very generous sick and vacation package and 13 paid holidays for most positions. Pension plans are available for many of our employees as well as additional retirement options.   EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://StJosephCounty.appone.com WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category -- None found -- Other Jobs Within 60 Miles Park Attendant - Seasonal May - September in Centreville, MI Posted on: 3/3/2023 [Apply Now] Home Care Aide in Three Rivers, MI Posted on: 4/3/2024 [Apply Now] Road Patrol Deputy in Centreville, MI Posted on: 2/15/2023 [Apply Now] Corrections Officer in Centreville, MI Posted on: 6/27/2023 [Apply Now] Juvenile Casework Supervisor/Referee in Centreville, MI Posted on: 4/28/2023 [Apply Now] Follow us

 

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