Recreation Assistant Part-Time CC

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Houston's Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a part-time Recreation Assistant to support the Recreation & Wellness - Athletics/Sports section. You will coordinate activities at recreation centers, supervise youth programs, and enforce center rules to ensure safe, engaging experiences.

Responsibilities include daily facility inspections, assisting with events, and occasional opening/closing duties.

Qualifications

• Three (3) months of related experience are required.
• Must be a positive role model for youth and promote non-violent actions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor recreation activities at Recreation Centers.
• Inspect the facility daily to determine unsafe conditions and submit work orders as needed.
• Teach youth sports classes; monitor activities, and special events; enforce facility rules and regulations with participants and general public.
• May resolve problems and counsel participants; assist with center preparation for programs and activities and assist with facility and equipment maintenance.
• Must be a positive role model for youth, promoting non-violent actions.
• May be responsible for opening and closing facilities.
• Must be able and willing to work evenings, weekends and Holidays as needed.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Overview

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

PN: 39390

DIVISION/ SECTION: RECREATION & WELLNESS/CC

LOCATION: VARIOUS

WORKDAYS & HOURS: VARIOUS PART-TIME

• Subject to change

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

The Houston Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to building a sustainable community and enhance 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 to join its Recreation & Wellness - Athletics/Sports Section. The potential candidate will play a key role in the following duties:

• Coordinate and monitor recreation activities at Recreation Centers.
• Inspect the facility each day to determine unsafe conditions and submits work orders as needed.
• Teach youth sports classes; monitor activities, and special events; enforce facility rules and regulations with participants and general public.
• May resolve problems and counsel participants; assist with center preparation for programs and activities and assist with facility and equipment maintenance.
• Must be a positive role model for youth, promoting non-violent actions.
• May be responsible for opening and closing facilities.
• Must be able and willing to work evenings, weekends and Holidays as needed.

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 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

• 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.
• Applicants with a valid Texas Driver's License will be highly preferred.

General Information

Selection/Skills Tests Required

The selection process will involve application review and/or interview.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION

YES

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

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.