PT Assistant / Courier

Location:

400 Lafayette Road - Noblesville, Indiana, 46060

Hamilton County is one of Indiana’s fastest growing, highest educated and wealthiest counties in the state and the Midwest. Two-thirds of the workforce lives and works in the county -- a percent that has remained constant since 2010.  Hamilton County is continually recognized in rankings ranging from “Best Cities to Relocate To” and “Best City to Raise a Family” to “Healthiest County in Indiana” and “Happiest Suburbs in the Nation”.  Come be a part of all Hamilton County has to offer as we work together to serve the citizens of Hamilton County.

Job Description:

                                                                                   

 

                                                            POSITION DESCRIPTION

                                                  COUNTY OF HAMILTON, INDIANA

 

POSITION:  Park Assistant /Courier

DEPARTMENT:  Parks and Recreation

WORK SCHEDULE: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. (flex hours) Monday-Friday

STATUS:  Seasonal (PT 29 hrs. week)

FLSA STATUS:  Non-exempt

HOURLY RATE: $19.00 per hour

 

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed in this document 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.

 

Incumbent serves as Part-Time Assistant/Courier for the Parks and Recreation Department, responsible for delivering goods/supplies to multiple park facilities, performing bank runs, and delivering receipts and invoices.

 

DUTIES:

 

Primarily responsible for driving a designated route each day and picking up and delivering departmental mail, invoices and packages.  May pick up and deliver bank deposits for White River Campground, Cool Creek Nature Center, or the Administrative office of the Park Department.  Delivers Board Meeting Packets to Board Members once per month.  Drives department vehicle to pick up supplies as assigned.

 

Performs related duties as assigned.

 

I.  SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGES:

 

High school diploma or GED preferred.

 

Possession of a valid Indiana driver's license and demonstrated safe driving record.

 

Working knowledge of and ability to follow department and OSHA safety policies and procedures.

 

Ability to physically perform assigned duties.

 

Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, supplies vendors, and park patrons, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities and disabilities.

 

Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions/directions, and appropriately respond to constructive criticism.

 

Ability to work with others in a team environment, and maintain appropriate, respectful interrelationships with co-workers.

 

Ability to competently serve the public with diplomacy and respect, including occasional encounters with irate/hostile persons.

 

Ability to comply with all employer/department personnel policies and work rules, including, but not limited to, attendance, safety, drug-free workplace, and personal conduct.

 

As a result of the duties associated with this job, there is the potential of becoming exposed to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious diseases.  To safeguard employees and eliminate the liability placed on Hamilton County, employees working in this position shall begin the three shot Hepatitis B vaccination and subsequent training within 10 days of their initial job assignment per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030(f)(2)(i).  The initial and two subsequent vaccinations shall be administered by the Hamilton County Health Department and free of charge to the employee.  If the employee has previously received the three shot Hepatitis B vaccination, official documentation must be provided to the supervisor identifying the dates in which each shot was appropriately administered.  A Temporary Medical Declination may be made for a period of up to six months.  A Declination form must be completed, outlining the medical reasons for the temporary declination and forwarded to the Safety & Risk Manager.  Employees temporarily declining the vaccine are prohibited from performing any duties in which they may be exposed to a blood borne pathogen or other potentially infectious disease until they are able to begin/continue the series of vaccinations.  Failure to comply will result in termination of employment.

 

II.  RESPONSIBILITY:

 

Incumbent performs moderately complex duties according to specific instructions and standardized methods. Incumbent's work requires some care and skill to prevent damage to park vehicles and prevent injury to self and others.

 

III.  PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS:

 

Incumbent communicates with co-workers, supplies vendors, and park patrons for the purpose of exchanging information.

 

Incumbent reports directly to Deputy Director.

 

IV.  PHYSICAL EFFORT:

 

Incumbent's duties may involve sitting for long periods, hearing communication, speaking clearly, pushing/pulling/lifting/carrying objects weighing less than 25 pounds, close vision, and occasional exposure to potentially hostile/violent persons.

 

V.  WORKING CONDITIONS:

 

Incumbent performs duties inside and outside park facilities, involving exposure to adverse weather conditions, noise, dirt, dust, power tools, toxic chemicals, and heavy machinery, for which safety precautions must be followed at all times to prevent injury to self and others.

  

 

APPLICANT/EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

 

The job description for the position of Part-Time Assistant/Courier for the Parks and Recreation Department describes the duties and responsibilities for employment in this position.  I acknowledge that I have received this job description and understand that it is not a contract of employment.  I am responsible for reading this job description and complying with all job duties, requirements and responsibilities contained herein, and any subsequent revisions.

 

Hamilton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We participate in E-Verify.