Recreation Intern

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.

What you will do for Harris County Precinct 4 (HCP4):

Precinct 4 Forward Internship Program (P4FIP), is an 9-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. Students from all schools, and students who identify with a group that is historically underrepresented, including but not limited to Black, Hispanic, Native American, students with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

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.

The Community Center Intern will assist with the implementation of daily activity programming and community center events. This position is also responsible for assisting in the implementation of community-based programs for seniors, adults, children, and teens.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support and assist the Community Center Manager and Assistant Manager.
• 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.
• Help to ensure the cleanliness of the center.
• Help maintain organized supplies and decoration inventory.
• Familiarizes self with the facility schedule, procedures, and policies.
• Attend meetings, training, and outreach events
• Other related duties as assigned.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

• Must have strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Must possess working knowledge of computers and related software
• Proficient in the Microsoft suite of applications including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Demonstrate a high level of professionalism.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to take initiative and possess skills for problem solving and conflict resolution.
• Must be efficient and detail-oriented with a strong customer/constituent focus.

• Resident of Harris County Precinct 4 (preferred) 

Position Type, Salary and Typical Hours of Work:

• Regular | Internship

• Harris County employees and interns receive a competitive salary. 

Work Location:

• Multiple locations

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.

Salary : $20,800