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City of Chicopee Program Assistant-Council on Aging in Chicopee, Massachusetts
Program Assistant-Council on Aging The City of Chicopee?s Council on Aging Department is hiring a Program Assistant. The Program Assistant provides program support to the Council on Aging Executive Director. Assists the senior center staff in planning, organizing and execution of various activities, programs, and special events. Qualifications To be minimally qualified, one must meet the following criteria: High School diploma or equivalent with one to two years of experience working with the public or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of office procedures and experience dealing with the public. Ability to respond appropriately to needs of patrons, maintain harmonious working and customer relationships, and resolves issues with tact and diplomacy; ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously despite interruptions and pay attention to details. Computer, oral and written communication, and customer service skills. Licenses (If Applicable) N/A Essential Duties Include Assigns registration cards to participants who do not already have one and shows them how to register in the database. Schedules weekly activities, checks on room set-up prior to a group arrival. Prepares copies for event leaders and staff. Assists Executive Director in the coordination of Council on Aging Board of Director meeting materials. Provides communication regarding transportation and programming. Utilizes the membership database software and enter missing data. Provides statistics from the membership database. Provides assistance for special events that take place in the senior center, including managing tickets for the events. Assist with the publication of the newsletter and communications. Responsible for answering questions regarding programs. Responsible for other duties as required. Expected Hours of Work This is a Part - Time, 19.5 - hour per week position, with a schedule of 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday. Location(s) Senior Center @ RiverMills Center 5 W Main Street, Chicopee, MA 01020 Benefits & Perks The City of Chicopee provides its employees (contingent upon employment status) with a robust benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Sick-Time, Life Insurance, 12+ Paid Holidays, Personal Time, Vacation Time, Retirement Saving Plans (457b), a Pension Plan, Employee Discounts, and more.