College Intern - Parks & Recreation

Summary

WORKING FOR THE CITY OF MCKINNEY

Working for the City of McKinney is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. It is also an opportunity to have a hand in the development of one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. In 2014, our community was named "The #1 Best Place to Live in America." Although proud of that honor, everyone on our team is committed to making McKinney an even better place to live, work and raise a family. That's why we exist.

OUR CORE VALUES

City of McKinney employees work hard and at a very fast pace. However, we also look after and support one another. All of us are guided by four employee-inspired values - Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE). We are also supported by servant-based leaders who foster and support a healthy, family-oriented culture. All new employees are expected to embrace and live by our core values and commit to helping us sustain our exceptional work environment as a high performance organization (HPO).

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Under general supervision of the Parks and Recreation Director, this position provides the opportunity to perform a full range of duties related to the functions of the Department, such as Athletics, Aquatics, Facility Management, Recreational Camps, Special Events, Parks Development, and Parks Maintenance. As a member of the Parks and Recreation Department you will have the opportunity to work on real projects that align with your interests and career aspirations.

Your role in the group is an important one, your work is taken seriously, and you are counted on as a contributing member of a team. This internship will culminate in the implementation, as practical, and presentation of a final project that will contribute to both the City of McKinney and your academic and professional development.

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

In order for us to continue to achieve our primary function of making McKinney a better place to live, work, and raise a family, we hold these expectations for all employees.

• Learn and demonstrate an understanding of how team, department, and City goals are interconnected.
• Contribute to a positive work culture.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to assess his/her work performance or the work performance of the team.
• Contribute to the development of others and/or the working unit or overall organization.
• Ability and willingness to work as part of a team, to demonstrate team skills, and to perform a fair share of team responsibilities.
• Ability to continuously learn and develop through a mix of internal and external training opportunities, and if applicable, encourage subordinates to do the same.

Essential Functions/Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This list of functions below is intended to be representative of potential tasks. Specific responsibilities shall be determined by the Parks and Recreation Director, or assignee, and inclusion of a task herein does not guarantee that it will be assigned. Moreover, the omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are critical to the operations of the Department and/or related to a specific project.

• Assists with researching local, state and national programs, policies, etc. to ensure our department is at or above standard.
• Assists with collecting site data and developing recommendations to improve our parks system.
• Assists with planning and marketing programs and special events.
• Assist in class development, instructor recruitment, class schedule/coordination, marketing and promotions for classes, creating surveys and compiling data from feedback, etc.
• Assists with preparing a wide variety of promotional literature for the endorsement of our facilities, programs, events, and overall communications for the Parks and Recreation Department.
• Assists with registering program participants, maintaining information by keeping classes, fees, etc. current, inputting new programs, etc.
• Assists with preparing weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on class registrations, memberships, usage, revenue, etc.
• Assists with developing, promoting, and coordinating sponsorship opportunities in regard to recreation programs and activities.
• Assists with responding appropriately to citizen inquiries and routes calls to the appropriate City personnel as needed.
• Assists with recommending supplies needed for operations and researching cost effective alternatives.
• Works a flexible schedule that may include weekends, evenings, and holidays and maintain regular attendance as required.
• Drives a City vehicle or small engine equipment as needed
• Performs a variety of miscellaneous office duties such as answering phones, typing, filing and other duties as assigned.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND BEHAVIORS

• Ability to embrace and embody the City's core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (R.I.S.E.).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent follow up skills and attention to detail.
• Positively influence the organization and its employees through words and action.
• Exhibit strong professional judgment, decision-making, and ethics.
• Tactfully respond to requests and inquiries from employees, supervisors, and the general public.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment; contribute as a team member and treat co-workers, and customers with respect.
• Ability to work independently and make efficient use of time with little to no supervision.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all aspects of job responsibilities.
• Operate various types of office equipment and computer programs, such as word processing, presentation, spreadsheet, and database programs.

Required Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any work-related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the below Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the below specified education and experience requirements.

Must be currently enrolled in college or university. Must have excellent communication skills, both written and oral and ability to work courteously with the public. Should be self-motivated and able to stay on task with a minimal amount of direction.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, and Access) is preferred.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Must pass a drug screen and background check.
• Must have Class C Texas Driver's License

Physical Demands/Supplemental

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination and oral communications ability. Some task may require you to travel through the city and work outside

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is typically performed in both standard office and outdoor environments. Incumbents may be exposed to construction equipment with moving mechanical parts. Other tasks may involve exposure to outdoor elements such as rain, cold, heat and wind, etc. This job requires the ability to work in extreme heat or cold conditions outside when necessary. There is limited exposure to environmental conditions.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed as of the date of preparation and approval. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and all requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. The City of McKinney is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) committed to an alcohol / drug free workplace and to providing equal opportunities regardless of age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.