Job Details

Serve your community. Make a difference. Grow your career. MEANINGFUL WORK awaits you here at the City of North Las Vegas. We serve one of the largest culturally diverse cities in the nation and our community continues to grow! If you value Accountability, Communication, and Teamwork then you are just the person we are looking for!

A PART-TIME TEMPORARY Program Specialist is an essential member of our team, we invite you to apply and help contribute to CNLV'S growing success! Please thoroughly review the information and selection process outlined below this announcement.

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

• Submit a Complete Application - For your application to be considered, you MUST fully complete an online application by providing sufficient information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications, attach any documents as necessary, and answer ALL questions. Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this announcement and click "SUBMIT" at the end of your application.
• Part-Time/Temporary Position - This position is a part time/temporary position and DOES NOT include health or medical benefits. Hours for this position will not exceed 938 per calendar year.
• Pay Considerations - The hourly pay for this position is $14.00
• Work Schedule - This position is scheduled to work Varies, (may be working an average of 18 hours per week during off season and 40+ hours during summer season - May through September). You must be able to work any shift (days, swings, or graveyard), any day of the week, to including weekends, holidays, and overtime. Hours will not exceed 935 per calendar year.
• Environment - Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50* pounds unassisted. The worker is subject to both environmental conditions: Activities occur inside and outside.

THE ROLE
Under direct supervision, independently carries out programs for both indoor and outdoor parks and recreation activities. Works directly with program participants in a physically active recreation program environment. Recreation program assignments are varied and may include early childhood, aquatics, golf course, sports (adult and youth), class instruction, seniors, mobile recreation, special events, safekey (before and after school - elementary youth), and day camp.

The full job description can be found here: Program Specialist

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Minimum age of 16 years old.
• Any combination of education, training, volunteer or experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions the ability to assist with parks and recreation program services an entry level
• Bilingual skills is preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

• Must possess a valid Nevada State driver's license/identification Credential of have the ability to obtain, and maintain a satisfactory motor vehicle record.
• Must possess a Standard First Aid and CPR Certificate withing two weeks of hire prior to performing the essential functions of position. NLS will provide training.
• Must possess a Clark County Health Card (Food Handlers Card) within thirty (30) days of date of hire.

SELECTION PROCESS

1. Complete online application - Interested candidates MUST submit a completed application through the City's application system. Evaluation of meeting requirements will be made solely on information provided on the application and any required attachments.
2. The selection process will begin with a screening of the application/resume - The best qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the assessment process. The selection process will include
3. Pre-Employment Screening - Selected candidates for this position are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes but is not limited to local & state criminal history check; federal criminal history check via submission of fingerprints; drug screening; and a Child Abuse & Neglect Registry clearance for applicants 18 years of age or above. *IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Background check processing may take 2 to 3 months to complete
4. Selection/Offers -

The selection process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. 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.

QUESTIONS?
For questions about this position or the selection process, please contact:
Byron Moreno, HR Technician ...@cityofnorthlasvegas.com