Program Assistant – Part Time

Salary: $14.83 Hourly

Location : Recreation Center – Killeen, TX

Job Type: Part-time

Department: Recreation Services

Opening Date: 07/06/2023

Closing Date: 7/20/2023 11:59 PM Central

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Job Description
To perform a variety of routine and clerical, secretarial and administrative work in answering phones, receiving the public and providing customer assistance. Program Assistant is responsible for assisting the Recreation Coordinator with paperwork and routine operation of the community events. Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.
Essential Duties
CORE COMPETENCIES:

Assists in all aspects of recreation and special event programs.

Facilitates on-site supervision of recreation, recreation facilities, athletic and special event programs.

Serves in various roles during recreation, athletic and special events.
Set up, tear down, and cleanup for recreation, athletic and special event programs and activities on and off site.
Performs routine clerical and administrative work in answering phones, receiving the public, and providing customer assistance.

Acts as an information and referral source in the community, guiding persons to the appropriate person or agency.

Answers in-coming calls and routes callers or provides information as required. Attends various meetings when the Coordinator is unavailable.
Assists Coordinator with implementation and facilitation of programs to include but not limited to farmers market, community events, and YAC programs.
Operates listed office machines as required.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Required Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

1. Graduation from high school or equivalent with course work in general office practices such as typing, and filing, and,
2. One (1) year of increasingly responsible related experience or
3. Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must have a Texas Driver’s license within 6 months of hire.

Supplemental Information
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Working knowledge of modern office practices and procedures;
2. Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment;
3. Ability to effectively meet and deal with the public;
4. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing;
5. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
6. Ability to work weekends and evenings;
7. Ability to handle stressful situations; and
8. Maintains regular and punctual attendance.

The City of Killeen offers regular/part-time employees vacation and sick leave accruals and participation in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS).

01

What best describes your highest level of education?

• Less than High School
• High School Diploma/GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or higher

02

How many years of experience do you have working in Recreation programs?

• Less than 1 year experience
• 1 to 2 years experience
• 2 to 4 years experience
• 4 to 6 years experience
• More than 6 years experience

03

Do you currently possess a valid Texas Driver License?

• Yes
• No, but ABLE to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• No, NOT ABLE to obtain within 6 months of hire.

04

This position requires the ability to work shift work, including evening, weekends and holidays as needed. Are you able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

Required Question