Program Specialist - Part Time Temporary
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- Program Specialist
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- Nov 29, 2023 Post Date
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- NLS0000004W Requisition #
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 PROGRAM SPECIALIST (PART-TIME TEMPORARY) 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.
- Work Schedule – The work hours varies (days, swings or graveyard) depending on the worksite’s need. May be working an average of 19 hours per week during off season and 40+ hours during summer season – May through September. This position may be required to work holidays.
- Work location – Various recreational centers throughout North Las Vegas (please choose from dropdown menu above your location preference).
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
- Minimum age of 16 years old.
Education and Experience
- Any combination of participation, education, training, volunteer or paid experience that demonstrates the ability to assist with parks and recreation program services at an entry level.
- Bilingual Skills is preferred.
Licenses and Certifications
The below required certifications must remain valid and current during employment for the City of North Las Vegas:
- Must possess a valid Nevada state driver’s license/Identification Credential or have the ability to obtain, and maintain a satisfactory motor vehicle record.
- Must possess a Standard First Aid and CPR Certificate within two weeks of hire prior to performing the essential functions of position. NLS will provide training.
- Must possess a Clark County Health Card (Food Handler Card) within thirty (30) days of date of hire.
SELECTION PROCESS
- 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.
- 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 (dates to be determined).
- 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; drug screening; applicants 18 years of age will also go through federal criminal history check via submission of fingerprints and a Child Abuse & Neglect Registry clearance.
- 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:
Cristina Petrilla, Talent Acquisition Partner
Email: petrillac@cityofnorthlasvegas.com