Recreation Intern

Position Description

Working At Harris County Precinct 4:

You will be surrounded by team members who bring "heart, hustle, and higher standards" to work each day. These leaders advance opportunity and justice as they deliver services to and advocate for the residents of Harris County. The team you will be joining is innovative, dynamic, and forward-looking.

Recreation Intern Overview:

Precinct 4 Forward Internship Program (P4FIP), is an 8-week paid summer internship for students with a passion for serving others.

We've designed our program to expose students to career opportunities with Harris County and apply what they have learned in the classroom to hands-on projects. P4FIP provides students the chance to bridge the gap between academic understanding and practical professional experience.

Interns will create a community to help support their personal and professional development throughout the summer as they launch their career. Interns will work with a mentor, form relationships with other interns, and engage our Senior Leadership Team.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support and assist the

Community Center Director and Assistant Director.

• Assist in the implementation of community-based programs for seniors, adults, children, and teens.

• Assist with the implementation of daily activity programming and community center events.

• Help create a friendly, open, and safe environment at the center.

• Perform clerical duties such as answering telephones, maintaining files, and preparing documents.

• Assist in the creation and implementation of daily activity plans and center programs.

• Provide event information to guests.

• Help to ensure the cleanliness of the center.

• Help maintain organized supplies and decoration inventory.

• Familiarizes self with the facility schedule, procedures, and policies.

• Other related 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

Requirements

Internship Requirements:

• Applicants must have completed at least one (1) year of high school education

• Must have a valid ID (Texas) upon hire)

• Must have reliable transportation toand from work

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must have strong written andverbal communications skills.

• Must possess working knowledgeof computers and related software.

• Proficient in the Microsoft suite ofapplications including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.

• Demonstrate a high level ofprofessionalism.

• Must be self-motivated and ableto work independently as well as part of a team.

• Ability to take initiative andpossess skills for problem solving and conflict resolution.

• 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 butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume"will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

Location/Residency Preference:

• Resident of Harris County Precinct 4(preferred)

General Information

Position Type, Salary and Typical Hours of Work:

• Regular | Internship

• Harris County employees and interns receive a competitive salary.

Featured Benefits:

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.

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.

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.