COMMUNITY CENTER ASSOCIATE
PART-TIME POSITION
Part-time position working at the new Holland Charter Township Community Center.
Basic Function: Perform customer service administrative support functions and primarily building operations including but not limited to cleaning, organizing, and maintaining the overall experience at the Community Center. Welcome community center members and guests and assist with program registrations, inquiries and payments. Provide information on facility rentals, book reservations and undertake rental support activities. Answer phone calls, maintain accurate records and monitor facility and user safety. Perform related work as required. Work hours can vary but would not exceed 29 hours per week.
Desirable Qualifications: An employee in this class should have the equivalent of the following knowledge, training and experience:
1. Functional knowledge of and proficiency with desktop computer applications, particularly Microsoft Word and Outlook. Knowledge of RecDesk software a plus.
2. Skill and accuracy in operating standard office equipment (phone system, calculator, copier, postage machine, etc.);.
3. Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
4. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to multi-task and organize.
5. Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage with people of all ages and backgrounds.
6. Personal demeanor that promotes positive customer service and produces effective working relationships with members, renters and the public.
7. Acquire CPR/AED Certification and First Aid Certification within one year of appointment.
8. Work area and facility have intermittent noise. The job requires the physical ability to sit or stand in one position for extended periods of time; occasionally lift/push/carry items weighing 25 pounds; ability to talk, hear, see, walk, stand. Extended working hours may be periodically needed to meet cyclical workload and deadlines.
Work experience and required education include a high school diploma supplemented by additional relevant education and training.
Resume with cover letter and completed job application accepted at:
Holland Charter Township
Attn: Community Center Director
353 North 120th Avenue
Holland, MI 49424
An Equal Opportunity Employer
The Holland Charter Township Offices will be closed Friday, July 4 and Monday, July 7 in observance of Independence Day. Please have a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend!
Ottawa County provides free household hazardous waste disposal to Ottawa County residents. This service is available at any Environmental Sustainabilty Center. Household hazardous wastes are leftover, unwanted or unusable products that contain toxic, flammable, caustic (causes burns) or chemically reactive ingredients.
It is important to the health of our community that these items are properly disposed of. The following health hazards may occur when:
- Toxic gasses are inhaled from mixed products.
- Hazardous products are left around the house and consumed by children or pets.
- Hazardous products are poured into drains or toilets, causing contamination of septic tanks or wastewater treatment systems.
- Hazardous products are poured into storm sewers and pollute bodies of water.
- Drinking water from wells or water systems are contaminated.
The county can also take used residential tires (no airplane tires, tractor tires, etc.) at these centers for a cost of $2 per scrap tire until the end of September or until the grant limit is reached. There is a limit of 10 tires per visit. Residents must be willing and able to help unload the tires. Please note that the center only accepts credit card payments; to make a cash or check payment you can stop in at the Holland Department of Public Health at 12251 James St. Suite 200, Holland, MI 49424. Bring the receipt with you to the center. To contact the Department of Public Health with any questions please call (616)393-5645.
The Environmental Sustainability Center located in Holland is at:
It is open on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 8am-1pm, 2pm-4pm and the 2nd Saturday of the month from 8am-11am.
Source: Ottawa County Household Hazardous Waste Program
The Ottawa County Road Commission maintains many of our Township roads. During the spring, summer and fall they do regular maintenance on various roads. To keep up-to-date on these projects please visit the Ottawa County Road Commission website. Here you can view information on subdivision resurfacing, local road improvements, primary road improvements, a map of current road closures, and more.
Please note these important pieces of information related to the Cemetery Ordinance:
- Cemetery hours are from dawn until dusk.
- Flower containers must be the traditional green, metal handled flower container. Containers hung on shepherd's rods are prohibited. Each plot is allowed one flower container. These containers can be purchased at many home and gardening stores.
- Artificial flowers are not allowed.
- Grave decorations not allowed include pinwheels, statues, stones, wood chips, glass, clay and plastic pots and containers, solar and other lighting devices, bags, baskets, boxes, foods, picture frames, mausoleums, tombs, effigies, etc.
- Chairs, benches and similar seating are not allowed.
- The cemetery fall clean-up begins after October 15. All metal flower containers must be removed by then.
If you have any questions, please call the Clerk's office at (616) 396-2345 #7.