"Recreational Sports Assistant"

Job Description

SUMMARY

Assists with event planning, promotion of events, administrative tasks and customer support within the recreational sports program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Assist in the planning, organization, and execution of recreational events including but not limited to outdoor adventures, trips and special events such as tournaments and themed activities.
2. Promote events through various channels including social media, flyers, and campus announcements.
3. Assist in developing creative marketing strategies to increase student participation.
4. Champion and promote careers in STEM at assigned schools during specific timeframes.
5. Assist with facility tours and orientation sessions for new users.
6. Assist in the creation and distribution of promotional materials.
7. Monitor inventory and check out of recreational equipment and supplies.
8. Provide excellent customer service to students and other facility users.
9. Respond to inquiries in person, via phone, and through email.
10. Assist with organizing, scheduling, officiating, and supervising intramural sports leagues and tournaments.
11. Support wellness initiatives, including workshops, fitness classes, and health campaigns.
12. Support fitness center operations, including equipment maintenance, monitoring usage, and aiding users.
13. Perform general office duties such as filing, data entry, and maintaining records.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

EDUCATION

High school diploma or GED required.

EXPERIENCE

1 year experience or an interest in sports, fitness, or event planning preferred. Training and instruction will be provided.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Creative, ambitious, friendly, and outgoing personality with the ability to motivate others.
2. Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism.
3. Good organizational and communication skills.
4. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
5. Must be available to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.

The Organization

Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the countrys largest single-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

The Team

Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. Youll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, youll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

Location

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:

• Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York Citys 55.
• Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
• Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
• Houston is a major-league sports town, and dont forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
• The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
• World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nations top institutions.
• With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houstons cultural scene.
• Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.

If this sounds like the role for you and youre ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away.

EEO Statement

Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veterans status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Sandra B. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM-SCP, Interim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX

PO Box 667517
Houston TX, 77266
713 718.8271 or hcc.oeotix@hccs.edu

HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.

Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.