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City of Henderson Recreation Assistant Series - Part-TIme/Seasonal in Henderson, Kentucky
Recreation Assistant Series - Part-TIme/Seasonal
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Recreation Assistant Series - Part-TIme/Seasonal
Location
Henderson, NV
Job Type
Part Time
Job Number
0296APR24-P-FRB
Department
Parks and Recreation (PT Recreation Only)
Opening Date
04/22/2024
Closing Date
7/21/2024 3:00 PM Pacific
Description
Benefits
Questions
Position Overview
Click the job titles below to view the complete job descriptions:
Recreation Assistant (https://agency.governmentjobs.com/henderson/default.cfm?action=specbulletin&ClassSpecID=1077467&headerfooter=0)
Senior Recreation Assistant
Lead Recreation Assistant (https://agency.governmentjobs.com/henderson/default.cfm?action=specbulletin&ClassSpecID=1076901&headerfooter=0)
Why join Team Henderson?
For the exciting opportunity to become part of a premier organization where you can make friends, have fun, and get paid!
What will you earn?
Recreation Assistant - starts at $11.75 per hour
Senior Recreation Assistant - starts at $12.54 per hour
Lead Recreation Assistant - starts at $14.97 per hour
(*Note that this is a part-time hourly position and does not include health/medical benefits.)
What type of work will you be doing?
Recreation Assistants work in the department of Parks and Recreation and are assigned in a wide variety of program areas and perform a variety of duties.
Work with people of all ages from various socioeconomic backgrounds
Help train other staff members and volunteers
Maintain safe environment
Enforce rules and regulations
Light custodial and maintenance duties
Senior Recreation Assistants work in the department of Parks and Recreation and are assigned in a wide variety of program areas and perform a variety of duties.
Work with people of all ages from various socioeconomic backgrounds
Help train other staff members and volunteers
Maintain safe environment
Enforce rules and regulations
Light custodial and maintenance duties
In addition to Senior Recreation Assistant duties Lead Recreation Assistant is a leadership role where you will serve as the working supervisor and also assist in coordinating, scheduling and assisting in the day-to-day provision of recreational programs, services, special events, excursions and activities.
What kind of shifts/hours can you expect to work?
We have a range of program hours and do our best to provide scheduling flexibility dependent on your availability and where we need you to work.
Annual average of 19 hours per-week (maximum per year 988 hours)
Work hours may vary and include early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays, and/or split shifts (example: before and after school)
Where will you work?
We are currently recruiting in the in the following areas:
Aquatics
Recreation and Senior Centers
Special Events and Cultural Arts
Sports
Technical Services and Administration
Youth Enrichment
Click here (https://www.cityofhenderson.com/government/departments/human-resources/city-employment/parks-and-recreation-part-time-positions) to learn more about additional details and program locations!
What happens after you apply?
Your application will be reviewed to make sure you meet the minimum requirements for this position.
Before we can consider you, we need you to apply online! (Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee that you will be interviewed or hired).
If your application isn't selected to move forward in this opening, you will have an opportunity to apply again when the next posting is available.
What happens if I am contacted for an interview opportunity?
You should be prepared to interview in a variety of settings such as in-person, virtually, or by phone.
Please make sure your application includes a valid email address that you check regularly and a current phone number that is set up for voicemail, and please regularly check/clear your voice mailbox so we can leave you a message.
We encourage you to sign up to receive SMS/text messages - you can opt-in when you apply!
This is a safety-sensitive position, which means that you are subject to drug testing if we offer you a position, as detailed under NRS 613(1)(d).
Minimum Qualifications
Recreation Assistant
No experience necessary, but we'd like to know about any work or volunteer experience when you apply online.
You must be at least 16 years of age at the time of application or hire.
You must be able to work flexible hours and be available for morning, evening, and weekend work including holidays.
Click here (https://agency.governmentjobs.com/henderson/default.cfm?action=specbulletin&ClassSpecID=1077467&headerfooter=0) to view a complete copy of the job description.
Senior Recreation Assistant
Must have six (6) months of experience, preferably working in recreation programs for a municipal or public agency; or, a combination of education, work and/or volunteer experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for satisfactory job performance. Example: Volunteer work or community service hours earned while attending school.
May be required to possess and maintain a valid Nevada or "border state" driver's license, as defined by NRS 483
May require the possession of, or the ability to obtain, a Standard First Aid Certificate and CPR certification within the first three (3) months of employment
May be required to obtain a Food Handler Safety Training card issued by the Southern Nevada Health District and/or ServSafe Food Handler Program within the first three (3) months of employment
Desirable: High School diploma or equivalent
Desirable: Experience working in recreation programs and facilities performing facilities service functions
Desirable: Experience in playing or officiating sports
Desirable: Experience working or volunteering with seniors and individuals with disabilities
Desirable: Experience setting up, monitoring, and adjusting the functioning of audio/visual equipment used by clients and running sound boards for concerts
Click here (https://agency.governmentjobs.com/henderson/default.cfm?action=specbulletin&ClassSpecID=1077736&headerfooter=0) to view a complete copy of the job description.
Lead Recreation Assistant
Must be 18 years old at the time of application.
High School diploma or equivalent at time of hire or promotion.
One (1) year of experience, preferably working in recreation programs for a municipal or public agency.
Note: An equivalent combination of related training and experience may be considered.
Possess and maintain a valid Nevada or "border state" driver's license, as defined by NRS 483.
Possession of, or the ability to obtain, First Aid Certificate and CPR certifications within the first three (3) months of employment.
Incumbents may be required to obtain specific technical certifications.
Desirable: Experience working in recreation or aquatics programs performing facilities service functions.
Desirable: Experience working with social services programs for seniors and individuals with disabilities.
Desirable: Experience setting up, monitoring, and adjusting the functioning of audio/visual equipment used by clients and running sound boards for concerts.
Desirable: Experience in playing or officiating sports.
Desirable: Experience in leading hikes, bicycling events, archery, rock climbing and other outdoor activities.
Desirable: Supervisory experience.
Click here (https://agency.governmentjobs.com/henderson/default.cfm?action=specbulletin&ClassSpecID=1076901&headerfooter=0) to view a complete copy of the job description .
Selection Process
You will be contacted by email or phone during the application and hiring process. It is your responsibility to check the email and voicemail for the contact information that you provided on your application. We can't leave you a message if your voicemail is not set up or is full, so please make sure that you set up, check, and clear out your voicemail during the application and hiring process.
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Employment with the City may be subject to the successful completion of a post offer background investigation, medical/physical examination, and a drug/alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements of the job.
It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) to request such accommodation.
The City of Henderson offers part time employees a flexible work schedule and competitive salaries.