Program assistant - youth education school

Precinct One’s Mission
Precinct One’s mission is that we are committed to become a national model for delivering responsive public service utilizing inclusive, innovative, and collaborative approaches to improve the quality of life, advance equality of opportunity, and promote the fair treatment of all people in Harris County.

What you will do at Precinct One

Harris County, Commissioner Precinct One is looking for a Program Assistant in our Youth Education Department. This position is an integral part of the Programs Division. The Program Assistant will assist in the developing, implementing, and managing of youth enrichment programs and will also actively engage with participants of all ages. The successful candidate will assist in providing educational and recreational, community services and opportunities for participants. They must be highly organized as they provide clerical and planning support for various programs, activities, trips, and events for the Youth Education in Precinct One's Community Centers.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for the operation of the community center (filing, emailing, scheduling, ordering, generating reports, and data entry).
• Actively participate, monitor, and track information for community programs and events.
• Assists in planning and overseeing special events.
• Other job duties as assigned  

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer


If you need special services or accommodations, please call or email  .

 

  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.

What you will bring to Precinct One

Education:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

Experience: 

• One (1) year of related work experience in youth (school age 5+) development (daycare, afterschool programs, church, etc.)
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite

Licensure:

• Valid Commercial Drivers License (Texas upon hire)
• Complete the Harris County driver safety course  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrates ability to think creatively to assist in special event planning and marketing
• Knowledge of proper compositional practices to aid in writing and proofreading. 
• Dependable. 
• Excellent verbal and nonverbal communication skills. 
• Work independently without supervision. 
• Create and implement programming.  

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.

Certification:

• CPR and First Aid Certified preferred or obtained within six months of employment (preferred)

Position Type:

• Part-time | Regular
• Typical job hours are from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. 
• However, hours may vary based on the business needs of the department, and some weekends, evening hours, or holidays may be required during special events.  

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Ability to exert up to 40 pounds of force frequently and lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• This job operates in a Precinct One Community Center in both an indoor and outdoor environment. Exposure to various weather conditions and temperature variations may be encountered. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This role uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, and copiers.  

What you get in return
You will be in a mission-driven organization surrounded by colleagues who bring their best to work each day and collaborate to make a difference in the communities Precinct One serves along with Harris County as a whole. Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical, dental, and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of full-time continued employment. Vacation, sick time, and floating holidays allow our employees to recharge and balance work and personal time. Mandatory participation in our retirement program allows employees to save for retirement. Various other benefits and discounts lead to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees. About the Programs Division  
The Program Department's mission is to enhance the quality of life and access to opportunity for all residents by providing an array of programming that is: Innovative, Equitable, and Collaborative. Currently Precinct One has 7 active Community Centers that provide over 20 program areas.   About Precinct One
There are four precincts in Harris County. The four elected commissioners, along with an elected county judge, serve as members of the Harris County Commissioners Court, the administrative head of the county’s government. Commissioner Rodney Ellis represents the constituents of Precinct One. With approximately 1.17 million residents, Harris County Precinct One is a diverse, urban precinct that covers 363 square miles. Precinct One’s multi-racial, multi-ethnic population is roughly 33 percent African American, 38 percent Latino, 21 percent Anglo, 6 percent Asian, and 2 percent other or multiple races. Precinct One, which includes 876 miles of road, stretches south to Brazoria County and reaches into eastern and northern sections of Harris County. The Precinct’s territory includes a large section of Downtown Houston, including the Downtown Harris County Courthouse Complex, Toyota Center, Minute Maid Park, and the BBVA Compass Stadium. Other notable landmarks include the 263-acre NRG Park Complex and the renowned Texas Medical Center. The Precinct is also the higher educational home to Houston Community College, Rice University, Texas Southern University, the University of Houston, and the University of St. Thomas. Precinct One manages more than 20 parks, 11 community centers, numerous hike-and-bike trails, three maintenance service centers, and several area offices, all of which provide an array of services to Precinct One residents.  

How to apply

If this job sounds interesting, you meet the required qualifications and you can see yourself working for Precinct One, we invite you to apply  at

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.