Professional Technician (Part-Time/Year-Round) - City

City of Oklahoma City•Oklahoma City, OK

9d•$18 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located in the Recreation, Health, and Wellness Division of the Parks and Recreation Department within the City of Oklahoma City. This position uses subject matter knowledge and judgment to complete assignments consisting of numerous steps that vary in nature and sequence. Licenses, certifications and/or relevant experience and education in the assigned program specialty are typically required prior to assuming this position. The employee selects from alternative methods and refers problems not solvable by adapting or interpreting substantive guides, manuals, or procedures to more qualified staff. Typical duties may include: assisting in a variety of departmental projects or programs; handling and adjusting complaints; providing technical assistance or support to professional staff; driving between work sites and other locations to conduct inspections; transporting materials, equipment, and supplies; and supporting off-site programs and operational activities. This position may also provide specialized services in support of planned departmental programs and activities on a temporary or contract basis. Job assignments may include: performing as Volunteer Program Coordinator, Animal Welfare Foster and Transfer Program Assistant, Veterinarian Assistant, and Police Victim Services Assistant; providing hazard abatement assistance and support and technical support for utility billing functions; performing functions involving GIS drafting, mapping, and graphic design; work order and inventory control; marketing and communications; hazard abatement and oil and gas, storm shelter and fence inspections; installing communications equipment/mobile devices; completing environmental field work and paperwork; researching and assisting with writing plans and standard operating procedures; and performing functions related to Clean Water Act compliance and environmental protection. The necessary skills, knowledge, and ability and/or licenses and certifications to perform departmental specific tasks are typically acquired prior to assuming the duties of the position. Possession of a valid Driver License (Operator) is required for employees assigned to the Animal Welfare and Construction Inspections Divisions of the Development Services Department, Information Technology, Public Works, and Parks and Recreation Departments.

Requirements

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application submission.
Employees in part-time/year-round positions may work no more than 29 hours per week.
Completion of the application questions is required.
Applicant responses to the application questions must specifically answer the questions asked.
Responses to application questions must be supported by work history/information listed on the application/resume.
Possession of a valid Driver License (Operator) is required for employees assigned to the Animal Welfare and Construction Inspections Divisions of the Development Services Department, Information Technology, Public Works, and Parks and Recreation Departments.

Nice To Haves

Licenses, certifications and/or relevant experience and education in the assigned program specialty are typically required prior to assuming this position.
The necessary skills, knowledge, and ability and/or licenses and certifications to perform departmental specific tasks are typically acquired prior to assuming the duties of the position.

Responsibilities

Developing scenic concepts
Collaborating with program directors to bring artistic visions to the stage
Creating clear and organized execution plans
Fabricating, painting, and installing set pieces
Maintaining an organized and safe work environment
Ensuring all work is completed within established budgets and deadlines
Assisting in a variety of departmental projects or programs
Handling and adjusting complaints
Providing technical assistance or support to professional staff
Driving between work sites and other locations to conduct inspections
Transporting materials, equipment, and supplies
Supporting off-site programs and operational activities
Performing as Volunteer Program Coordinator, Animal Welfare Foster and Transfer Program Assistant, Veterinarian Assistant, and Police Victim Services Assistant
Providing hazard abatement assistance and support and technical support for utility billing functions
Performing functions involving GIS drafting, mapping, and graphic design
Work order and inventory control
Marketing and communications
Hazard abatement and oil and gas, storm shelter and fence inspections
Installing communications equipment/mobile devices
Completing environmental field work and paperwork
Researching and assisting with writing plans and standard operating procedures
Performing functions related to Clean Water Act compliance and environmental protection

Benefits

The normal starting pay for this position is the minimum of the pay range listed above.
A higher rate of pay may be considered, dependent on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant and/or the City’s step placement policy.
City employees are required to receive pay electronically, either via direct deposit or pay card.
If this position is open to external applicants and you are a former employee, you must be eligible for rehire.
Upon a conditional offer of employment/acceptance of position, the City of Oklahoma City will conduct a criminal history background check for external applicants.
If the position accepted includes a driver license (commercial or non-commercial) Job Requirement, the City of Oklahoma City will obtain a Motor Vehicle Report for internal and external applicants.
If the position accepted is safety sensitive and/or a driving position, internal and external applicants will be provided a copy of the City of Oklahoma City's Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy prior to being directed for a drug test.
If the position accepted is cyber security sensitive, internal and external applicants will be subject to a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Interstate Identification Index (III) Fingerprint Background check.
Additionally, employees in this job classification must complete Level 4 Security Awareness Training and pass an online certification test.
If you require reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process, please notify one of the Human Resources Department Representatives by calling 405-297-2530.
The City of Oklahoma City will not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, actual or perceived sexual orientation, and gender identity and/or expression), national origin, age, disability (mental or physical) and genetic information (including family medical history).
Our Total Rewards package (full-time employees) reflects our deep investment in our employees’ health, growth, and future, with an average of $22,000 per employee annually in benefits and retirement.