Customer Service, Administrative Support (Part-time)

City of Medford, Oregon

Medford, OR

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$19.92–$21.96 Per Hour
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Background Investigation, Coaching, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Copying Machines, Customer Relations, Customer Service Management, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Diversity, Educational Evaluation, Federal Laws and Regulations, Fitness, Genetics, HVAC, High School Diploma, Legal, Market Trend Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Office Equipment, Parks & Recreation, Physical Demands, Post Closing, Printers, Record Keeping, Recreation, Rentals, Request for Information (RFI), Team Player, Time Management, Transaction Processing/Management
LOCATION
Medford, OR
POSTED
1 day ago

Customer Service, Administrative Support (Part-time)

Salary

$19.92 - $21.96 Hourly

Location

Rogue X, 901 Rossanley Drive, Medford, OR 97501, OR

Job Type

Part-Time (year-round) less than 25 hr/wk

Job Number

2026-10039-02

Department

Parks & Recreation

Division

Administration

Opening Date

07/13/2026

Closing Date

7/26/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit

Part-Time/Temporary/Seasonal

  • Description
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Summary

Join a team that helps create a smooth, welcoming experience for our Parks & Recreation customers. This part-time role is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys both customer service and behind-the-scenes administrative support. From helping customers register for programs and reserve facilities, to keeping records accurate and operations running smoothly, this position plays an important part in the day-to-day success of the team. If you are detail-oriented, adaptable, and enjoy supporting both people and processes, we encourage you to apply.

Required Education and Experience:

  • Graduation from high school or GED.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • One (1) or more years of customer service experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Available Schedule:

  • This position will be up to 24 hours per week.
  • Candidate must be available to work some evenings and weekends.
  • Hours will vary based on operational needs and individual availability.

Compensation & Information on Benefits

The anticipated hiring range for the Customer Service Assistant position is $19.92 (first step) to $20.91 or $21.96 (second or third step). The City of Medford determines starting pay based on an evaluation of relevant education, experience, and qualifications as provided by the applicant in their application materials, alongside others who perform work of comparable character consistent with the Oregon Equal Pay Act. Three steps are included in this salary range, allowing opportunity for annual movement through the steps.

INCLUDED BENEFITS:

  • Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) retirement contributions paid by employer for part-time, year-round positions.
  • Paid sick leave - one (1) hour accrued for every 30 hours worked.
  • Access to the Citys fully equipped fitness center 24/7

Examples of Job Duties

Essential Functions of the Position:

  • Processes customer transactions for entry into Rogue X, program registration and facility rentals.

  • Handles and reconciles cash from daily transactions

  • Responds to requests for information from the public, internal departments, and employees.

  • Organizes and schedules mass communication to staff, customers, program participants, and residents.

  • Analyzes and reports on survey data from various department and recreation programming surveys.

  • Responsible to process program registrations, basic and advanced facility reservations, individual and mass cancellation refunds.

  • Assist with the following:

  • Configuration and maintenance of the department's registration and reservation software in preparation for seasonal registration and reservation dates.

  • Providing support to the Recreation Division.

  • Verifying employee's scheduled hours, time off, and overtime; provides hours to the payroll department for timely processing.

  • Scheduling of annual contractual reservations.

  • Completes various seasonal projects, events, and/or tasks assigned by the Customer Service Supervisor.

Other Functions of the Position:

  • Upholds the values of the organization and has strong customer service orientation.
  • Handles job stress and interacts effectively with others in the workplace.
  • Fosters an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.
  • Is an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.
  • Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.
  • Demonstrates regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.

Competencies:

Customer Orientation- Effective performers attend to customers in a timely manner. They view the organization through the eyes of the customer and go out of their way to anticipate and meet customer needs. They continually seek information and understanding regarding market trends.

Active Listening- Effective performers offer their full attention when others speak. They listen actively, giving verbal and nonverbal cues of their interest. When the speaker has finished, they paraphrase what was said to ensure understanding.

Coachable- Effective performers receive, interpret, and implement job-related instruction, guidance, coaching, and training (both formal and informal) while progressively improving skills and overall success in performing assigned duties. When issues of poor performance or negative behaviors are raised, they incorporate feedback in a constructive manner that demonstrates understanding of the concern and an ability and willingness to achieve the required consistent and sustained improvement.

Communicativeness- Effective performers recognize the essential value of continuous information exchange. They actively seek information from a variety of sources and disseminate it in a variety of ways. They use modern technologies to access and circulate information. They take responsibility for ensuring that their peers and supervisors have the current and accurate information needed for success.

Composure- Effective performers maintain emotional control, even under ambiguous or stressful circumstances. They are able to demonstrate emotions appropriate to the situation and continue performing steadily and effectively.

Technology Savvy- Effective performers use technology to be successful int their organizational role. They value technology and understand the necessity of leveraging it to stay productive and competitive. They are proactive in investigating and adopting new technologies to achieve competitive advantage.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

This position requires inside, office desk work that includes exposure to regular office noise and distractions, adequate lighting, and regulated HVAC systems in relation to temperature. This environment may also include interactions with the public and potential contact to disruptive people.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to accomplish each of the essential job functions satisfactorily. This position involves extended periods of sitting and standing, with occasional walking, crouching, bending, stooping, twisting and turning. Adequate hearing, visual acuity, and the ability to communicate verbally are necessary. The employee is regularly required to operate a variety of automated office machines which include a computer, printer, copy machine, telephone, etc.

Supplemental Information

IMPORTANT (Please read):

  • It is important your application shows all the relevant experience you possess.
  • Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
  • Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an online application; an application will be considered incomplete with a "see resume" response.
  • Please complete the application and answer the supplemental questions thoroughly to ensure our subject matter experts can appropriately evaluate your experience as we compare applicants.

How to Apply:

  • Applications are only accepted online and must be received by the posted closing date/time.
  • Selection procedures and timelines subject to change.
  • Those selected must be able to provide proof of legal right to work in this country.

Hiring will be subject to successful completion of the following:

  • Criminal history background investigation
  • Clear drug screen following federal law
  • Professional reference check

Questions or Assistance:

  • If you have questions about the job posting, please contact the Human Resources department at (541) 774-2014.
  • For technical assistance completing your online application, please contact Government Jobs at (855) 524-5627.
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VETERANS PREFERENCE:

Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference during the hiring and/or promotional selection process. As verification of eligibility, a Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) must be uploaded with the online employment application. Disabled veterans must also upload a copy of the veterans disability preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT:

The City of Medford is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, ancestry, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

ADA:

The City of Medford complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you consider yourself disabled and require assistance in the application process, please contact (541) 774-2074 or email: ada@cityofmedford.org.

Part-Time and Seasonal employee benefits may include:

  • Paid sick leave.
  • Opportunity to earn wellness incentives.
  • Fully equipped fitness center available 24 hours a day.
  • Oregon PERS retirement contributions paid by employer for part-time year-round positions.

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Are you a current or former servicemember of the Oregon National Guard and seeking consideration for Veterans' Preference in this recruitment? Reminder: If yes, you must upload documentation verifying Oregon National Guard service (e.g., DD214 or NGB Form 22 showing an HONORABLE discharge or release, or other state recognized documentation confirming Oregon National Guard service) by the recruitment closing date

  • Yes
  • No

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Describe why you are interested in this position and how your life or work experiences have prepared you for this role.

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Describe a time you discovered an error that had been overlooked by a coworker. What did you do, and what was the outcome?

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Tell us about a situation in which you had to speak up and be assertive in order to get an important point across.

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Describe a situation that required you to handle multiple tasks at the same time. How did you manage it, and what was the result?

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Describe a time when a supervisor or coworker corrected you in the moment. How did you handle it, and what was the result?

Required Question

Employer City of Medford (Oregon)

Address 411 W. 8th St., Room 110

Medford, Oregon, 97501

Phone (541) 774-2010

Website https://www.medfordoregon.gov

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City of Medford, Oregon