Property Assistant Intern

Organization: 

Julia C. Hester House, Inc.

Site Supervisor: Sherea McKenzie

Organization Address: 

2020 Solo St., Houston, TX. 77020

Organization Description: 

Julia C. Hester House is a long-standing community center in the Fifth Ward area, serving over 1,500 residents annually. Through our mission of providing support and services that empower, build, and sustain the Fifth Ward community, we offer an array of support mechanisms that focus on youth development, senior independence, social services, wellness, and workforce development.  

Primary Function: 

The Property Assistant Intern's major role is to support the Property Manager in the day-to-day oversight of the Community Building, Wellness Center, and grounds. Assist the Property Manager to ensure the implementation of efficient and sustainable operations of the facilities.  

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Property manager to ensure all operational, administrative, and compliance functions are properly executed by regulatory-based best practices

• Maintain a working knowledge of all general and building safety rules 

• Maintain an accurate inventory list of operational supplies and proper tracking of annual permits and inspection requirements

• Timely submission and tracking of work orders

• Assists with miscellaneous projects as they arise

• Other duties as assigned. 

Preferred qualifications: 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)

• Strong creativity and socialization skills

• Comfortable working with people of all ages and backgrounds

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 0 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

• Ability to undergo a pre-employment criminal background check (required for staff working with the youth) 

Number of Positions: 1

Hours expected to work each week: 20