Salary: $11.57 Hourly
Location : Mesquite, TX
Job Type: Part-time
Job Number: 1302333
Department: Parks and Recreation
Opening Date: 10/24/2023
Closing Date: 11/24/2023 4:00 PM Central
GENERAL SUMMARY
Salary: $11.57/hr. minimum
To lead participants in a variety of recreational activities; to supervise the use of equipment and supplies; to enforce the rules and regulations of the Recreation Center; and to assist in organizing and implementing activities for the Adults 50+.
SUPERVISION
General supervision is provided by a Senior Program Supervisor.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. All behaviors comply with the Code of Conduct and Rules of Behavior outlined in
Chapter 8 of the General Government Policies and Procedures Manual. Adheres to
assigned work schedule as outlined in city and department attendance policies and
procedures.
2. Assist in the provision of nutrition and transportation services to senior citizens.
3. May assist in preparing various reports on senior center operations and activities.
4. Conduct daily recreational activities such as games, exercise, arts and crafts
classes and other special events for program participants.
5. Maintain inventory control on equipment and supplies; maintain an accurate
and current listing of users.
6. Observe safety precautions; correct minor safety problems; conduct activities in a
safe manner.
7. Issue participation cards and collect fees for class registration.
8. Assist patrons with questions; answer phones and help walk in customers.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or GED.
No experience required; however, experience with senior citizens in leading educational or recreation programs is preferred.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Obtain First Aid and CPR certifications within 90 days of employment.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Depending on assignment, may be required to obtain a CDL within 90 days of employment as a condition of continued employment. Failure to obtain a CDL within 90 days of employment will result in non-disciplinary termination.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT
Part Time and Seasonal Employees:
PARS ARS 457 Plan enrollment is mandatory for part-time and seasonal employees who work less than 1,000 hours per year.
Each pay period, 6.2% of wages will be deducted from pay and deposited into your PARS ARS account. Contributions are made on a pre-tax basis.
Each pay period, the City will also contribute the equivalent of 1.3% of wages into a PARS ARS account. Employer contributions are deposited on a pre-tax basis.
There is no contribution to Social Security Administration.
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Select the option that best represents the highest level of education you have achieved.
- Less than High School completion
- High School or GED equivalency
- Associate’s Degree
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Master’s Degree
- Ph.D.
- Juris Doctorate
02
Do you have a current First Aid Certification?
- Yes
- No
03
Are you CPR certified?
- Yes
- No
04
Do you have a valid driver’s license?
- Yes
- No
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PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: If you are a current City of Mesquite employee, have you been employed in your current position with the City of Mesquite for at least 3 months? Please indicate the option that best represents your current status.
- No, I do NOT work for the City of Mesquite
- Yes, I am a current seasonal employee with the City of Mesquite
- Yes, I have been in my current City position as a fulltime/parttime employee for at least 3 months
- No, I have NOT been in my current City of Mesquite position as a fulltime/parttime employee for 3 months
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