The Houston Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to building a sustainable community and enhancing the quality of urban life by providing safe well-maintained parks and offering affordable programming for our community. To achieve this mission, HPARD is seeking a Recreation Assistant Part-Time - Community Centers to join its Recreation and Wellness team. The potential candidate will play a key role in the following duties:Coordinate and monitor recreational activities at community center... more details
POSITION OVERVIEW
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
DIVISION/ SECTION: RECREATION & WELLNESS/Community Centers WORKDAYS & HOURS: VARIOUS - To include evenings, weekends and holidays.* *Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The Houston Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to building a sustainable community and enhancing the quality of urban life by providing safe well-maintained parks and offering affordable programming for our community. To achieve this mission, HPARD is seeking a Recreation Assistant Part-Time - Community Centers to join its Recreation and Wellness team.
The potential candidate will play a key role in the following duties:
Coordinate and monitor recreational activities at community centers, playgrounds and related facilities.
Instruct or assist with a wide range of programming and free play for community youth.
May resolve problems and counsel participants; assist with center preparation for programs and activities and assist with facility and cleaning.
Must be a positive role model for youth, promoting non-violent actions.
May be responsible for opening and closing facilities.
May be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS The position occasionally requires stooping or bending. Occasional very light lifting, such as three or four reams of papers or books (up to 20 pounds or an equivalent weight) may be required.
There are routine discomforts from exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture/wetness and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve routine exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as cleaning solutions.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Requires a high school diploma or a GED.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Three (3) months of related experience in recreation or education are required.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS May require a valid driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2).
PREFERENCES
Applicants with a valid Texas Driver's License will be highly preferred. **Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED The selection process will involve application review and/or interview.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITIONYES If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, the candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. The salary range is:
Pay Grade 6
APPLICATION PROCEDURES Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown.
Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.
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Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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