RECREATION ASSISTANT (Seasonal Temporary)
Company: City of Houston
Location: Houston
Posted on: June 25, 2022
Job Description:
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: -ALL PERSONS INTERESTED - - - - - -
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -******SUMMER
ONLY*****DIVISION: -COMMUNITY CENTERSREPORTING LOCATION:
-VARIOUS*WORKDAYS & HOURS: -M - F, 10 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.**Subject to
changeDESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSThe 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 CC (Seasonal) to join its Recreation and Wellness
team.The potential candidate will play a key role in the following
duties:
- Implement indoor and outdoor recreational activities for the
Parks & Recreation Department for the Summer Enrichment Program
(SEP) 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.
- Perform other duties as assigned.WORKING CONDITIONSThis
position will require stooping, bending, and the ability to lift up
to 20 pounds. May be required to work outdoors.Job
Requirements:EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTSRequires up to at least 11
years of formal schooling. -EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSNo experience is
required. -LICENSE REQUIREMENTSMay require a valid -driver's
license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on
driving.Recreation or education experience preferred.**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.** -SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIREDThe
selection process will involve application review and/or
interview.SAFETY IMPACT POSITION - - - - -YESIf yes, this position
is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position,
candidate must pass an assignment drug test.SALARY
INFORMATIONFactors 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 3
-APPLICATION PROCEDURESOnly 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: -.To view your
detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile
by visiting: or call 832-395-7108.If you need special services or
accommodations, call (832.395.7108). (TTY 7-1-1). -If you need
login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.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.EEO Equal Employment
Opportunity -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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