Community Center Assistant Manager Alief Community Center

Harris County Precinct 4 is seeking a Community Center Assistant Manager to support the overall leadership administration and operations of a new community center in the Alief Area. This position exercises independent judgment and discretion in coordinating center activities managing day-to-day operations developing programs and making operational decisions in the absence of the Center Manager.

This role functions as the designated second-in-command routinely overseeing center operations independently and serving as the acting Manager when assigned. The Assistant Manager provides operational leadership evaluates programs and services coordinates center resources and ensures high-quality experiences for participants and community partners.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Operational Leadership & Decision-Making

• Serve as second-in-command to the Community Center Manager and act with full decision-making authority in their absence.

• Exercise discretion to resolve day-to-day operational issues participant concerns scheduling conflicts safety matters and facility needs.

• Manage center operations during assigned independent shifts including opening/closing staff direction emergency response and coordination with leadership.

• Recommend and implement improvements to center operations customer service and program delivery.

Program & Service Development

• Develop design and evaluate new programs classes and curriculum to meet community needs.

• Assess effectiveness of existing programs and recommend modifications or replacements.

• Establish and maintain community partnerships to expand services educational offerings workshops and events.

• Represent the center at community engagement meetings when needed.

Personnel Support & Leadership

• Provide leadership guidance and functional oversight to administrative and facilities assistants.

• Participate in interviews candidate evaluations and hiring recommendations for center staff.

• Coach train and mentor employees offering feedback to the Manager on performance conduct and developmental needs.

• Assist with onboarding and training of new employees ensuring adherence to operational standards and safety procedures.

Administrative & Compliance Responsibilities

• Maintain operational records program reports attendance data and documentation required for compliance.

• Implement and enforce center policies safety protocols and operational procedures.

• Oversee scheduling of rooms classes and community use of the facility.

• Coordinate with internal departments for facility needs maintenance and special initiatives.

Participant & Community Experience

• Foster a welcoming inclusive and safe environment for participants.

• Communicate Commissioner Precinct 4 programs resources and priorities.

• Cultivate strong relationships with regular participants and respond to issues requiring independent judgment and conflict resolution.

Additional Responsibilities

• Attend professional development activities leadership trainings and meetings with department leadership.

• Support large-scale events emergency operations and special initiatives as assigned.

• Perform additional duties as necessary to ensure successful center operations.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and even when considered may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED and three (3) years of professional experience

OR

• Some college or an associate degree and two (2) years of related experience.

WITH:

• Leadership experience (formal or informal) demonstrating independent decision-making.

Application Materials:

• A cover letter and resume are required for all applicants.

NOTE: Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented in your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.

• Bilingual proficiency preferred.

• Experience in program coordination recreation community engagement or facility operations preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in operational decisions.

• Strong leadership abilities with experience guiding or coordinating the work of others.

• Ability to analyze programs and services and make independent recommendations.

• Exceptional communication skillswritten verbal and interpersonal.

• Ability to work autonomously and manage a facility during independent shifts.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities.

• Professionalism reliability sound ethics and commitment to public service.

• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings or weekends based on program needs.

• Ability to work in varied environmental conditions indoors and outdoors.

• Ability to work at multiple Precinct 4 facilities as needed.

Salary:

• Dependent on Qualifications

Location:

• Alief Community Center 7850 Howell Sugarland Rd Houston TX 77083

WHAT YOU WILL GET IN RETURN:

You will be surrounded by team members who bring heart hustle and higher standards to work each day. These leaders advance opportunity and justice as they deliver services to and advocate for the residents of Harris County. The team you will be joining is innovative dynamic and forward-looking.

Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical dental and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of continued full-time employment. Vacation sick-time and floating holidays allow our employees to recharge and balance work and personal time. Mandatory participation in our retirement program allows employees to save for retirement. Various other benefits and discounts lead to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees.

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.