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BENT COUNTY JOB DESCRIPTION POSITION TITLE: PURPOSE: REPORTS TO: SUPERVISES: Senior Opportunity Coordinator To support Bent County seniors through programs, education and activities. Senior Opportunity Center Board and Bent County Administrator Custodial Staff, other employees (if any) and volunteers DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Administrative Duties o Develop and maintain good relationships with co-workers, seniors and others; o Maintain files containing documents, including Board Agendas and Minutes; o Apprise Board members of the availability of these documents for review o Assist Board in preparation of annual Budget; o Retain an up-to-date Inventory of Senior Center equipment and supplies; o Prepare purchase orders and invoices and submit to County Finance Officer for payment; o Prepare and submit time sheets for payroll; o Prepare monthly report for Senior Center Board and County Commissioners o Notify County Administrator of any building repair or maintenance needs o Be familiar with and implement County Policies o Together with Senior Center Board, recommend to County Commissioners any Senior Center Specific Policies for approval Programmatic Responsibilities and Opportunities o Create an atmosphere of welcome for all Seniors; o Plan activities for Seniors; o Encourage Seniors to participate in activities and events; o Prepare newsletter for distribution; o Seek opportunities to be involved in the greater community o Other duties as assigned that would support or expand opportunities for Seniors KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Become certified in first aid and CPR; Must have a valid Colorado Drivers License; Have knowledge of or demonstrate a willingness to learn about programs for Seniors; Demonstrate organizational skills, including the development and implementation of programs Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills; Ability to supervise staff and/or volunteers; Willingness to support the Senior Center Board; Ability to work with limited supervision Demonstrate basic computer skills, including knowledge and application of various software programs, ability to navigate websites and ability to send and receive e-mail PHYSICAL ABILITY: Sit for extended periods of time; Occasional walking and lifting up to 20 lbs. ENVIRONMENT: Noise level is usually low; slightly higher than office atmosphere.