What are the responsibilities and job description for the City of La Porte Park Department - Art Camp Assistant position at The City of La Porte?
GENERAL PURPOSE OF POSITION. To conduct recreation activities in a learning type environment.
DUTIES INCLUDE:
- Provides lesson plans, prior to class
- Conducts recreational activities through teaching and/or participation with the public
- Assists participants in learning skills for activity
- Orders and maintains supplies necessary to conduct the activity, with prior approval of Recreation Director
- Works in cooperation with the Park and Recreation Department in conducting the activity
- Helps in promotion of program
- Submit payroll information
- Attends meetings pertaining to program
Any other duties deemed necessary by the Park and Recreation Department
QUALIFICATIONS. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE. Submit a portfolio of 6-8 original art works which demonstrates proficiency with a variety of art media.
LANGUAGE SKILLS. Ability to communicate effectively with the public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS. Ability to maintain accurate time sheets and submit them to a designated supervisor in a timely manner.
REASONING ABILITY. Ability to understand, carry out, and give oral and written instructions and follow posted schedules.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is typically performed standing, bending, stooping, reaching, walking, sitting, and lifting.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS.
- Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
- Ability to report to work as scheduled and notify the appropriate individuals in advance if unable to work.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective, harmonious, cooperative, and productive working relationships with the public, supervisors, and other employees of the City of La Porte.
- Ability to work with minimal daily supervision.
Applications are available at the Park Office, 250 Pine Lake Avenue or Human Resource Office 801 Michigan Ave. or submission via email to rmumaw@cityoflaportein.gov or asmith@cityoflaportein.gov.
Background check and pre-employment drug testing performed. Valid Driver's License.
The City of La Porte is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
The City of La Porte is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening and a background check as a condition of employment. Thank you for your interest with the City of La Porte Park and Recreation Department!
This position is seasonal. Open until filled.
Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal
Pay: Up to $12.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Art Education: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12
