Community Center Aide / Mangum Howell Community Center

Position Description

Under the direction of the Community Center Manager, the Community Center Aide will assist in the implementation of daily activity plans and center events. The Center Aide is responsible for providing community-based programs and will supervise, monitor, and facilitate activities including but not limited to recreational programs for seniors, adults, children & teens, facility rentals/reservations, etc.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in the implementation of daily activity plans and center events.
• Assist in the completion of all necessary reporting requirements of the center by maintaining accurate program records including incident reports, logbook documentation, daily attendance, and communication with center participants.
• Provide regular, on-going communication with the Center Manager and Center Coordinator.
• Help to ensure the cleanliness of the center.
• Create a positive constituent environment that is engaging and productive.
• Familiarizes self with facility, security, rules and regulations and enforces accordingly.
• Required to work during business closure in order to meet operational requirements.

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:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution.

Certification:

• Must be able to obtain Food Handlers certification within 90 days of employment.
• Must be able to obtain CPR/First Aid and AED certification within 90 days of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must have strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Proficient working knowledge of computers and related software comprised of CIVICREC, Microsoft Excel, Word, Publisher, Outlook, and office equipment.
• Work to create a safe, secure and healthy work environment for fellow employees.
• 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 in 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

Hours:

• Full-Time position - 40 Hours per Week
• This may include weekends and holidays

Location:

• Mangum Howell Community Center

Work Environment:

• This job operates in both a clerical, office setting and outdoors in a variety of environmental and weather conditions.
• This role routinely involves standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually average.

Physical Demands:

• his is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required.
• This would require the ability to lift files of up to 50 lbs., open filling cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.

Reporting Relationships:

• Reports To Position: Community Center Manager
• Supervises Positions: None

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.

HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.

The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular**(full-time)** positions:

Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Wellness Plan
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
• Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
• One (1) floating holiday per year
• Paid Parental Leave*
• Sick Leave

Retirement Savings Benefit

• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:

• Professional learning & development opportunities

• Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)

• Flexible work schedule*

• METRO RideSponsor Program*

• Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.

For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:

www.benefitsathctx.com