The Cary Arts Center seeks individuals at least 18 years of age who are responsible, flexible, energetic, able to multi-task, and are service and detail oriented. The Center Aide IV will take the role of The Ceramic Arts Studio Assistant in the expectation of performing Clay Open Studio maintenance, organization, and studio specific tasks including but not limited to assisting patrons with questions and loading and unloading ware. This position also requires administrative responsibilities and involves a great deal of public contact, welcoming and assisting patrons and visitors to the Open Clay Studio and ensuring their participation in the Center as safe, rewarding, and enjoyable as possible. Does related work as required. Specific duties may vary depending upon assignment. Applicant must be responsible and enjoy working directly with the public.

Typical Shifts: Weekdays and Saturdays: 8:15am-3pm & 3-10pm; Sundays: 12:30-6pm.

This Temporary Part-time positions will work 19 hours a week not to exceed 1000 hours in a year. This is a non-benefited position.

• General supervision of Clay Studio;
• Assists with inventory and restocks supplies and resale items;
• Loads and unloads pottery kiln when necessary;
• Sells items through Point of Sale and performs basic accounting for money received through the cash register;
• Processes accurate deposits within established deadlines;
• Serves as a receptionist, answers telephone and greets the public in person;
• Answers questions regarding clay, tools, techniques, and other studio programs;
• Provides Town information and materials to citizens or redirects the citizen to the appropriate staff;
• Receives, and when possible addresses and responds to citizen inquiries, complaints, requests for services;
• Follows up with supervisor as needed;
• Operates computer—computer work may be extensive;
• Maintains citizen accounts;
• Scans and updates studio passes;
• Registers citizens for Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources programs;
• Withdraws citizens from Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources programs;
• Notifies patrons of cancelations, changes or updates;
• Enforces Town of Cary policies and procedures;
• Light housekeeping as needed;
• Maintains office files;
• Operates standard office equipment;
• Notifies supervisor of needed supplies and facility issues;
• Special tasks as assigned; examples may include but are not limited to:
  • Analyzing and preparing report information;
  • Data entry;
  • Proactively identifying center needs and initiating tasks;
  • Assisting in the orientation and training of new temporary staff and serves as an example to employees on The Cary Way;
  • Preparing monthly schedule for Center Aides.

General knowledge of computers and related software; general knowledge of standard office practices and procedures; May require knowledge and competency in particular software programs; good organizational and computer skills; ability to complete assignments accurately and prior to the established deadline; skill in the operation of common office equipment; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to maintain and establish effective working relationships; ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; ability to acquire knowledge of Town of Cary policies, procedures, and the services of the department; ability to work independently; ability to interact with the public tactfully and constructively.

Minimum education will vary between high school diploma or the equivalency of a four-year degree. Requires knowledge of ceramic arts practices and procedures including hand built and wheel-thrown construction; glazing and surface decoration; use of proper equipment; and electric, gas, and raku kiln firing. General clerical and public contact experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Assignment will require the ability to lift or move heavy objects (up to 25 lbs.), such as bags of clay, pottery, equipment and chairs. Assignments are primarily clerical, indoors and may require sitting and the use of a computer for extended time periods.

Requires drug testing and background check (which may include criminal check, education verification and credit history review) prior to employment.

316 N. Academy Street, Human Resources

Cary, North Carolina, 27513