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Part-time Activity Specialist / Pep Mueller Community Center Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the Community Center Manager, the Activity Specialist (Part-Time) will support weekend operations and assist in the implementation of daily activity plans and center events. The Activity Specialist/Coordinator is responsible for providing community-based programs and will supervise, monitor, and facilitate activities including but not limited to recreational programs, facility rentals/reservations, etc.
Duties and Responsibilities:- Create a positive constituent environment that is engaging and productive.
- Familiarizes self with facility, security, rules and regulations and enforces accordingly.
- Provide regular, on-going communication to the Center Manager and Center Coordinator.
- Help to ensure the cleanliness of the center.
- Assist in maintaining accurate program records including incident reports, logbook documentation, daily attendance, and communication with activity participants.
- Required to work during a business closure in order to meet operational requirements.
- Other duties as assigned.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Requirements
Education/Certification(s):
- High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution.
- Must be able to obtain CPR/First Aid and AED certification within 90 days of employment.
- Proficient working knowledge of computers and related software comprised of CIVICREC, Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and office equipment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Must have the ability to physically manage and support activity participants including children.
- Must have strong written and verbal communications skills.
- Work to create a safe, secure and healthy work environment for fellow employees and program participants.
- Work with staff to accomplish all goals.
- You will be required to demonstrate a high level of professionalism.
- You must have the ability to take initiative and possess skills for problem solving and conflict resolution.
- You also must be efficient and detail-oriented with a strong customer/constituent focus
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
General Information
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
- Part-time | During Weekends (Friday through Sunday) and Community Center Hours of Operation (Mon & Wed 8am - 5pm; Tues & Thurs 8am - 9pm) not to exceed a maximum of 30 hours per week.
Location
Pep Mueller Community Center, 14750 Henry Road, Houston 77060
Reporting Relationships
Reports To Position: Community Center Manager
Supervises Positions: None
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
- This job operates in a both a clerical, office setting and outdoors in a variety of environmental and weather conditions. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Noise level in the work environment is usually average.
- Essential functions involve significant physical demands related to repeated lifting of up to 50 pounds unassisted, 100 pounds with assistance rarely; carrying tools, materials, and equipment over rough terrain; climbing, reaching and bending. Frequently to walk, sit, talk, drive, hear, bend, stoop, twist, and balance.
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
BENEFITS
Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.
The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular(full-time) positions:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Wellness
- Life Insurance
- Long-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 10 days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service. Accrual rates increase based on years of service.
- 10 county holidays plus one (1) floating holiday
- Professional development opportunities
- Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
- Healthcare Reimbursement Account
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:
- Retirement pension (TCDRS)
- Flexible schedules (varies by department)
- Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)
- Flexible schedules (varies by department)
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website:
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/Medical.aspx
