ASSISTANT SENIOR CITIZENS NUTRITION CENTER MANAGER 3711

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under general supervision, an employee in this class assists in the implementation of a program which combines nutrition, recreation and counseling for senior citizens at a town facility. Work is reviewed by conferences with the Senior Citizens Nutrition Center Manager. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Assists in the ordering of food and food services supplies, and in menu preparation;

Assists in providing program information to senior citizens;

Assists in the preparation of required reports and in the maintenance of required records;

Plans and supervises recreational activities for senior citizens;

Acts in place of the Senior Citizens Nutrition Center Manager in his or her absence;

Assists in the supervision of kitchen staff.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Working knowledge of food service procedures for senior citizens; working knowledge of recreational activities suitable for senior citizens; ability to supervise the activities of volunteers and others in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Either:

a) Graduation from a New York State or Regionally accredited college or university with an Associate’s Degree; or,

b) Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and two (2) years of experience in the administration or supervision of programs for the aged; or,

c) Six (6) years of experience as described above; or,

d) An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of a) and b) and c).

R12/02/99

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive

RR1/23/03