Program Specialist (Part-Time/Year-Round) - City at OKC Career Site

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Apr, 26

Salary

34.0

Posted On

02 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Fish Culture, Fish Stocking, Fish Population Surveys, Water Quality Monitoring, Data Entry, Boat Operation, Truck Operation, Small Engine Operation, Hand Tools, Power Tools, Supervision, Research, Management, Technical Skills, Organizational Skills, Administrative Skills

Industry

Government Administration

Description

PAY Pay Range: 866 Hourly Rate: $24.00 - $34.00 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. APPLICATION INFORMATION This position requires applicants to 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. When completing the application, applicants will be asked to respond to application questions. 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. Applicants may upload only two attachments. Attachments may include, but are not limited to a resume, cover letter, transcripts, etc. Applicants may also choose to combine documents into one field for upload. Applications may not be reviewed if specific responses to application questions have not been provided. Each application submission is reviewed independently. DEPARTMENTAL INFORMATION The Fisheries Management Program’s Program Specialist will support the City’s Fisheries Biologist in the daily operations of the Oklahoma City Fisheries Management Program. Responsibilities may include assisting with fish culture activities, fish stocking, and conducting fish population surveys using various sampling gear for management purposes. Additional duties include monitoring water quality, leading fishing classes and hatchery tours, performing data entry, and operating boats, light trucks, small gasoline engines, and hand and power tools. The role may also involve supervising City staff and volunteers. Work will occasionally be performed independently without direct supervision. JOB SUMMARY This position is located in the Fisheries Management Program of the Natural Resources Division of the Parks and Recreation Department within the City of Oklahoma City. This job includes professional and management occupations requiring extensive courses of study (typically four or more years education, degrees, professional certification and/or licensing) or some combination of education and experience in related types of work. The employee may perform as a specialist, team lead or functional supervisor; manage special projects or professional program functions or activities, conduct research, audit or monitor program functions and activities, exchange information, and perform professional, technical or operational tasks using skill, knowledge and ability acquired through prolong educational courses of study. Knowledge of organizational, managerial, and administrative concepts and principles of the designated profession, skill in research principles and practices, and specialized knowledge of specific professional occupations including: engineering; architecture; accounting; urban planning; legal or technical advisors; scientists; supervisors; and other management professionals; may be required to fully function in the assigned position. Ability to travel is required. OTHER DETAILS Pay Method: City employees are required to receive pay electronically, either via direct deposit or pay card. Former Employees: If this position is open to external applicants and you are a former employee, you must be eligible for rehire. If you are unsure of your rehire status, please contact the Human Resources Department at (405) 297-2530. If your rehire status has been coded “Not Eligible,” “Eligible 3,” or “Conditional,” you will need to request a review of your rehire status through the Human Resources Department’s Employee and Labor Relations Division. Background Investigation, Drug Testing, Physical Examination: Upon a conditional offer of employment/acceptance of position, the City of Oklahoma City will conduct a criminal history background check for external applicants. Applicants will be provided contact information for any third-party reporting agencies used to collect background information in connection with conditional offers of employment. 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. A copy is also available at the links below: HRB 25-01 Drug and Alcohol Testing Procedure 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. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 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).

Responsibilities

The Program Specialist will support the Fisheries Biologist in daily operations, including fish culture activities, stocking, and conducting population surveys. Additional duties involve monitoring water quality, leading classes, and performing data entry.