CITY OF BLOOMINGTON

PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT

JOB OPPORTUNITY

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TEMPORARY PART TIME – FARMERS’ MARKET COMMUNITY RELATIONS SPECIALIST -

BLOOMINGTON COMMUNITY FARMERS’ MARKET

DESCRIPTION:

Assists with relationship building between customers, vendors and community groups through positive communication and investment in working through areas of concern with the Bloomington Community

Farmers’ Market. Specialist will assists with the compliance and understanding of the Rules of Behavior, work to ensure the safety of the vendors and customers, help de-escalate and mediate any conflicts that arise, assist with customer counts and Information Alley interactions. Maintain frequent contact with Market staff, Police Department supervisors, officers and other personnel, other City employees, and members of general public through a variety of interactions in an effort to understand concerns and issues and engage in problem solving to address them.

EDUCATION:

College education or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

EXPERIENCE:

Preferred: Demonstrated ability to approach problems and resolve conflicts and/or implement programs using innovative thinking based on best practices. Experience in customer service, conflict resolution, mediation, setting and following expectations. Experience communicating policies and/or procedures, required.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

Genuine enthusiasm for the Farmers’ Market, ability to exercise good judgment, excellent communication skills and the ability to handle conflict. A considerable amount of communication will need to take place on a daily basis between Specialist and all visitors of the Market, staff and BPD.

REQUIREMENTS:

Current Adult, Child and Infant CPR and First Aid certifications or ability to obtain.

HOURS:

Saturdays, April – September 7:45 am – 1:30 pm and October and November 8:45 am – 1:30 pm.

SALARY:

$20.00 per hour

APPLICANTS APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION WILL BE SUBJECT TO A CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK.

DIRECT DEPOSIT IS A REQUIRED CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

Anyone wishing to apply for this position must submit an application to Bloomington Parks & Recreation Office either in person during business hours (401 N. Morton Street, Suite 250), by mail (P.O. Box 848, Bloomington,

IN 47402), by email by fax (812-349-3705). Applications will be accepted through Monday, March 23, 2020 or until filled.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

La Igualdad De Oportunidades De Empleo Es La Ley.

The City of Bloomington does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, marital status, national origin, religion, age, or handicapped status in employment or the provision of services.

The City of Bloomington validates authorization to work using eVerify. The City will provide the Social Security

Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with the information from each new employee’s I-9 form to confirm work authorization.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Salary: $20.00 /hour

Experience:

Conflict Management: 1 year (Preferred)

Customer Service: 1 year (Preferred)

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Shifts:

Evening (Required)

Work Location:

One location

Employment Length:

4 - 6 months

Varies

Typical start time:

8AM

Typical end time:

2PM

Schedule:

Weekends required

Company's website:

https://bloomington.in.gov/parks

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