Position Overview
Click the job titles below to view the complete job descriptions: Youth Enrichment Cultural Arts/Special Events Outdoor Recreation Why join Team Henderson? For the exciting opportunity to become part of a premier organization where you can make friends, have fun, and get paid!
What will you earn? Site Leader - starts at $15.64 per hour
(*Note that this is a part-time hourly position and does not include health/medical benefits.)
What type of work will you be doing? Youth Enrichment Site Leaders work in the department of Parks and Recreation and are assigned to the Youth Enrichment section and programs. You will serve as the direct on-site supervisor of part-time employees and program participants at a satellite youth enrichment program.
Safekey & Teen Scene Safekey is a before- and after-school recreational enrichment program offered at all Henderson elementary schools. This fun-filled program focuses on crafts, games, cooking, and special activities. Teen Scene is an after-school program for children in grades 6-8 offered at some Henderson middle schools and offers participants arts and crafts, cooking, sports, field trips, and social events.
You can find information about the City's Youth Enrichment programs here . Cultural Arts and Special Events Site Leaders work in the department of Parks and Recreation and are assigned to the Special Events section and programs. You will serve as the direct on-site supervisor of part-time employees, volunteers, and program participants at the facilities and/or open spaces where Cultural Arts programs, activities, services, and Special Events are delivered.
You can find information about the City's Cultural and Special Events here . Outdoor Recreation Site Leaders work in the department of Parks and Recreation and are assigned to the Outdoor Recreation section and programs. You will serve as the direct on-site supervisor of part-time employees, volunteers, and program participants at the facilities and/or open spaces where Outdoor Recreation programs, activities, services, and Special Events are delivered.
You can find information about Outdoor Recreation programs and activities here . What kind of shifts/hours can you expect to work? We have a range of program hours and do our best to provide scheduling flexibility dependent on your availability and where we need you to work.
- Annual average of 19 hours per-week (maximum per year 988 hours)
- Potentially 40 hours per-week during the summer season (May-August)
- Work hours may vary and include early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays, and/or split shifts (example: before and after school)
Where will you work? Although we are going to ask you where you'd like to work or what program areas interest you when you apply, work locations and assignments are subject to change and are based on department needs. Here are some examples of possible job assignments:
- Recreation Centers
- Senior Centers
- Aquatic Centers and Pools
- Battle Born Kids Childcare Program (During summer when CCSD is not in session or holding school)
- Safekey and Teen Scene (Before and After School Childcare Program held at CCSD elementary and middle schools)
- Sports
- Outdoor Recreation
- Special Events and Cultural Arts
- Technical Services
- Administration
Click here to learn more about additional details and program locations! What happens after you apply? - Your application will be reviewed to make sure you meet the minimum requirements for this position.
- Before we can consider you, we need you to apply online! (Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee that you will be interviewed or hired).
- Your application will be active throughout the duration of this job bulletin. You may be contacted at any time during the posting window.
- If your application isn't selected to move forward in this opening, you will have an opportunity to apply again when the next posting is available.
What happens if I am contacted for an interview opportunity? - You should be prepared to interview in a variety of settings such as in-person, virtually, or by phone.
- Please make sure your application includes a valid email address that you check regularly and a current phone number that is set up for voicemail, and please regularly check/clear your voice mailbox so we can leave you a message.
- We encourage you to sign up to receive SMS/text messages - you can opt-in when you apply!
This is a safety-sensitive position, which means that you are subject to drug testing if we offer you a position, as detailed under NRS 613(1)(d). Minimum Qualifications
Youth Enrichment - Must be at least 18 years old at the time of application
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Two (2) years of experience working in recreation programs
- Note: An equivalent combination of related training and experience may be considered
- Possess and maintain a valid Nevada or "border state" driver's license, as defined by NRS 483
- Must have the ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certifications within the first three (3) months of employment
- Incumbents may be required to obtain specific technical certifications, licenses and registrations
- Desirable: Two (2) years as a group leader in a recreation day camp style program and/or any other youth enrichment related education, training, and work experience
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Cultural Arts and Special Events- Must be at least 18 years old at the time of application or promotion
- High School diploma or equivalent at the time of application or promotion
- Two (2) years of experience working in recreation programs, preferably in a Cultural Art program
- Note: An equivalent combination of related training and experience may be considered
- Possess and maintain a valid Nevada or "border state" driver's license, as defined by NRS 483 Possession of, or the ability to obtain (and maintain), American Red Cross First Aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certifications within the first three (3) months of hire
- All required certifications as mandated by state and federal laws, or as required by the City, must be obtained and maintained as a condition of continued employment and may be at the incumbent's expense
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Outdoor Recreation- Must be at least 18 years old at the time of application or promotion
- High School diploma or equivalent at the time of application or promotion
- Two (2) years of experience working in recreation programs, preferably in a sports or outdoor recreation environment
- Note: An equivalent combination of related training and experience may be considered
- Possess and maintain a valid Nevada or "border state" driver's license, as defined by NRS 483
- Possession of, or the ability to obtain (and maintain), American Red Cross First Aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certifications within the first three (3) months of hire
- All required certifications as mandated by state and federal laws, or as required by the City, must be obtained and maintained as a condition of continued employment and may be at the incumbent's expense
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Selection Process
You will be contacted by email, phone, or text during the application and hiring process. It is your responsibility to check your email and voicemail frequently and ensure t he contact information you provided on your application is correct .
Pl ease ensure you set up, check, and clear out your voicemail during the application and hiring process so that we can leave you a message . Please add prjobs@cityofhenderson.com, noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book to prevent any emails from going to your Spam/Junk folder.
Employment with the City may be subject to the successful and timely completion of a post offer pre-employment background investigation and medical/physical examination, including a drug/alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.
The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. ?It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application.
The City of Henderson offers part time employees a flexible work schedule and competitive salaries.
Closing Date/Time: 4/19/2024 3:00 PM Pacific
