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• ABOUT THE POSITION: Spokane Valley is seeking a highly qualified and

enthusiastic employee to serve our City as a full-time Recreation

Assistant/Event Support Limited Term, in our Parks and Recreation

department. The position will be housed at CenterPlace Regional Event

Center. CenterPlace is a 54,000 sq. ft. facility that has a variety of

meeting and conference facilities. This facility is used for regional

conferences, meetings, banquets, weddings, fundraisers, events,

performances, senior activities and more. CenterPlace has diverse

facility rooms, layouts and outdoor spaces. The ideal candidate will

have exceptional professional skills, a positive work attitude and a

strong desire to provide superior service to both internal and external

customers. This is a non-represented position that is anticipated to be

limited term through December 2027 with the possibility of renewal.

• SELECTED EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: The CenterPlace Full-time Recreation

Assistant/Event Support staff operate as the day-of contact while events

are in progress. The Recreation Assistant/Event Support staff must be

able to work in a team environment, follow instruction, possess

knowledge of computers and audio/visual equipment, and be able to

communicate in a professional manner. The Recreation Assistant/Event

Support staff may perform other related duties as required. This is a

full-time limited term position requiring flexibility to work some night

and weekend shifts as needed.

Primary duties of this position include but are not limited to:

• Serve as a point of contact for event organizers during events
• Provide day-of support for events at CenterPlace Regional Event

Center

• Inspect, report and coordinate facility maintenance and janitorial

needs

• Order supplies and obtain quotes from vendors
• Assist with scheduling part-time Event Support staff
• Lead team in set-up and tear-down for events including tables,

chairs, linens and dishes

• Audio/Visual equipment setup and support
• Work through stressful situations utilizing strong communication

skills, leadership, and patience

• Prevent accidents and injuries and properly report and document all

incidents

• DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience : Graduation

from high school or GED. Degree in Recreation or Hospitality with

Experience In Banquets, Convention Set-up Or Other Related Hospitality

experience is a plus. Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Ability to perform tasks accurately and with little direction. A

Willingness to expend extra effort. Must be able to lift 20-40 lbs. Must

have ability to work effectively as a member of a team and effectively

communicate with staff and the public. Must show the ability to work

cooperatively with other staff and be able to express ideas clearly,

both verbally and in writing.

Must possess a valid State driver's license

or can obtain one prior to employment. Successful completion of a

background check, including a criminal history check and pre-employment

physical is a requirement of employment at Spokane Valley. This is a

FLSA-nonexempt, at-will position in the Parks and Recreation Department

for a limited term through December 2027.

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