Job: RECREATION ASSISTANT (Part Time)

Job Title: RECREATION ASSISTANT (Part Time)
Salary: $10.00 - $12.36 Hourly
Job Type: Part-Time
Location: Houston, Texas

PN# 05888
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RECREATION ASSISTANT (Part-Time)

Department: PARKS AND RECREATION
Division: RECREATION AND WELLNESS
Section: VARIOUS*
Location: VARIOUS*
Workdays & Hours: VARIOUS*
*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
This individual will assist with the coordination and monitoring of recreation activities at 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 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
This position will require stooping, bending, and the ability to lift up to 20 pounds. May be required to work outdoors the year around.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires high school diploma or a GED. Seasonal Aquatic employee requires at least 11 years of formal schooling.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Three (3) months of related experience are required for Recreation Assistant in Community Center. Recreation Assistant for Aquatics no experience is required.

MINIMUM LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
NONE PREFERENCES: To fill some positions in certain Recreation facilities preference will be given to applicants who have bilingual English/Spanish skills. GENERAL INFORMATION: SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: (X) NONESAFETY IMPACT POSITION: (X) 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 for this position is: Pay Grade 6APPLICATION PROCEDURESOnly online submissions are accepted for City of Houston jobs,and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.For application status inquiries or special accommodations, please call the Hiring Department at: 713-865-9383.The City of Houston Human Resources TDD (Telephone Device for the Deaf) phone number is 713-837-9471.An Equal Opportunity Employer