Position Overview
Job Classification: Center Administrator
Department: Mayor’s Office
Reporting Location: 11903 Bellaire Blvd. Houston, TX 77072
Workdays & Hours: MONDAY – FRIDAY 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM* *Subject to Change
Description Of Duties / Essential Functions
In a first of it’s kind, the Alief Community Center houses the Houston Health Department, Houston Public Library, and the Houston Parks and Recreation Department in one facility designed to better serve the Alief Community.
The City of Houston seeks to hire a Center Administrator to oversee the comprehensive coordination of our Alief Community Center to optimize the use of the facility while ensuring smooth daily operations. The successful candidate will oversee the logistical aspects of office spaces and grounds reservations, ensuring that all programs and events function harmoniously. By managing relationships with vendors, handling space allocation, and responding to facility-related inquiries, the Center Administrator ensures that this dynamic facility meets the needs of its users. Balancing the needs of the organization with the requests for private use, the Center Administrator will ensure agreements are completed and aligned with operational requirements. This role requires a blend of organizational skills and attention to detail, as it encompasses a variety of tasks that contribute to creating and maintaining an efficient, safe, and pleasant working environment.
Responsibilities Include
- Develops, implements, and monitors quality service standards for personnel and service contractors.
- Assists in coordinating approval for facility purchases, operations, maintenance, and special projects.
- Develops and reviews proposals for communications and trade shows.
- Evaluates and prepares reports, in compliance with the Food and Beverage Concession Operator, to record, calculate and remit commissions.
- Assists in the development of annual reports and marketing materials.
- Attends conventions and industry meetings and works closely with the Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau.
- Prepares annual operating budgets, special reports, and analyses to assist management in their decision-making.
- Knowledge of market rates, service quality benchmarks, and legal stipulations.
- Keeps management informed of the progress of the development and administration of various programs.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort in a normal office environment.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Behavioral or Social Science, Humanities, Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field.
Experience Requirements
Four years of experience in administration or professional work related to Urban Planning, Public Administration or Service Delivery in a social service agency, public department or a similar facility are required.
Directly related professional experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
License Requirements
None
PREFERENCES
**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**
Proficient computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and self-driven. Have experience working with people of diverse backgrounds and have excellent conflict resolution skills. Effectively communicate orally and in writing. Must have the ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Selection/Skills Test Required
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION - No
Pay Grade - 25
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov or call (832)393-0465.
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Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EOE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.