Recreation Employment - Community Centers Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/portlandor/jobs/newprint/4683915) Apply  Recreation Employment - Community Centers Salary See Position Description Location Multiple Locations, OR Job Type Casual Job Number 2025-00071 Bureau Portland Parks & Recreation Opening Date 01/13/2025 Closing Date 6/30/2025 11:59 PM Pacific + Description + Benefits + Questions The Position Are you looking for a part-time job that is flexible and fun? Portland Parks & Recreation is hiring at Community Centers across Portland! This application is not for summer day camp jobs. Summer job applications will become available in March. Here are the jobs you can apply to on this application. Click on them to learn more. Recreation Associate Jo bs: + Counselor: Preschool Aide (15+) + Counselor: After School Program (15+) + Lead Counselor: After School Program (18+) + Counselor No-School Day Camps (15+) + Lead Counselor No-School Day Camps (18+) + Attendant: Facility Attendant (15+) + Attendant: Drop-in Attendant (15+) + Attendant: Event Hosts (15+) + Customer Service Representative (18+) Parks Activities Specialist Jobs: + Instructor I: Assistant Instructors (15+) + Instructor II: General Instructors (15+) Recreation Associate Pay: + Training Pay is $19.52 for all Recreation Associate jobs + Counselor, Lead Counselor, Attendant, and Customer Service Representative base pay is $19.52 - $22.78 (entry is $19.52) + Lead Counselor premium pay is $21.52 - $24.78 (entry $21.52) + Employees working in a Lead Counselor role shall receive a Leadership premium of $2.00 per hour while performing that body of work that requires direction and coaching of other Recreation Support Staff. For more information, please click here (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/documents/cop-2022-2026-collective-bargaining-agreement-laborers-local-483/download#page=78) . + The premium pay range listed includes the $2.00 premium. Parks Activities Specialist Pay : + Training pay is $18.59 for all Parks Activities Specialist jobs. + Instructor I base pay is $18.59 - $23.76 (new employees start at $18.59) + Instructor II base pay is $20.66 - $27.37 (new employees start at $20.66 - $23.76 based on their experience). + *USA Gymnastics certified instructors are eligible for a wage step increase. Recreation Associate Union: These jobs are part of a union called (LiUNA) Labors' Local 483 - Recreation. You will start at the entry-level pay rate. To view the labor agreement, please click here (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/documents/cop-2022-2026-collective-bargaining-agreement-laborers-local-483/) Parks Activities Specialist Union: These positions are not represented by a Union. Summary: Portland Parks & Recreation is hiring part-time employees for community centers around Portland! These jobs help run programs like camps, sports, art, and after-school activities. We are looking for people who can work as Counselors, Attendants, Customer Service Representatives, and Instructors. Note: This job is open for a long time. There are no set interviews or hiring dates. Applicants will be contacted when positions become available. Job Type: Casual, Part-time. This job posting is for several positions, which are classified by the City of Portland as either Recreation Associates or Parks Activities Specialists. Schedule: This job has flexible hours and might include working during the day, evenings, weekends, or holidays. The number of hours you work each week can change based on program needs, and there is no guarantee of work hours each week. Location: These jobs are at different Community Centers around Portland. When you apply you can choose as many Community Centers as you want to work at. Benefits: This job has limited benefits. Click the Benefits tab for more information. Language Pay: If you speak another language besides English and use it to help the community, you may get extra pay. To learn more, click here. (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/class-comp/language-pay-differential-overview/language-pay-differential-eligibility) About Us: Portland Parks & Recreation is dedicated to making sure everyone can enjoy our parks and services, no matter their background. We value diversity and are committed to equity and inclusion. We encourage people who speak other languages to apply. Contact Information: Loan Tran Polanco, Recruiter Bureau of Human Resources Loan.Tran@portlandoregon.gov To Qualify Qualifications Needed: + Be able to create a welcoming and friendly environment. + Know about the activities in your assigned area. + Be able to talk and listen well with different kinds of people. + Be able to spot and handle safety and emergency situations. + Be able to solve problems and help with customer concerns. The Recruitment Process How to Apply: + Click "APPLY" to submit your application online. + You need to answer the supplemental questions and fill out your work history. + If you are a Veteran and want preference, attach your Veteran documents Hiring Process: Step 1: Apply online between January 13, 2025 - June 30, 2025 Step 2: We will review your application to see if you meet the minimum needs for this role. Step 3: If you qualify, you will be placed on a list of eligible candidates. Step 4: We will contact eligible candidates for interviews as positions become available. Step 5: Job offers will be made after interviews. Step 6: The start date will be set once all hiring conditions are met. Community Centers by area: North Portland : Charles Jordan Community Center Peninsula Park Community Center St. Johns Community Center Northeast Portland: Matt Dishman Community Center Montavilla Community Center Southwest Portland: Southwest Community Center Southeast Portland: East Portland Community Center Mt. Scott Community Center Woodstock Community Center Additional Information Counselor Jobs (Recreation Associates) These jobs are represented by Labors' (LiUNA) Local 483 - Recreation. Applicants start at the entry hourly rate. To view the labor agreement, please go to the Labor agreements webpage (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor-agreements) and click on the appropriate link. Counselors organize, plan, and lead a variety of activities including art, crafts, music, performance, science, games, nature, and sports in addition to supporting the physical, social, and cognitive development of preschool and school-aged participants. Positions will be responsible for maintaining discipline and safety while monitoring youth, consistently modeling appropriate behavior, maintaining accurate program records, and performing maintenance duties as assigned. Ages: Counselor (Must be at least 15 years old) Lead Counselor (Must be at least 18 years old) Pay Range (new employees start at the entry hourly rate): All counselor positions base pay is $19.52 - $22.78 (entry is $19.52) Lead Counselor premium pay is $21.52 - $24.78 (entry is $21.52) + Employees working in a Lead Counselor role shall receive a Leadership premium of $2.00 per hour while performing that body of work that requires direction and coaching of other Recreation Support Staff. For more information, please click here (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/documents/cop-2022-2026-collective-bargaining-agreement-laborers-local-483/download#page=78) . + The premium pay range listed includes the $2.00 premium. Training Pay: The training pay is $19.52 for all counselor positions. Counselor: Preschool Aide Assist the Lead Portland Parks Preschool Teachers. Shifts can include mornings and afternoons. Locations: East Portland Community Center, Montavilla Community Center, Peninsula Park Community Center, and Southwest Community Center. Shift Range: Weekday mornings and afternoons. Counselor: After School Program Help with afterschool programs and instruction. Locations: Charles Jordan Community Center, Peninsula Park Community Center, and St. Johns Community Center. Shift Range: Weekday afternoons and evenings between 1:45pm-6:15pm. Lead Counselor: After School Program Help with after-school programs and instruction. Participates in program leadership and provides direction to counselor staff. Location: Peninsula Park Community Center. Shift Range: Weekday afternoons from 3:00-6:00pm. Counselor: No School Day Camps Help with youth camps during no-school days during school Winter and Spring breaks. Shifts can include mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Locations: Charles Jordan, East Portland, Matt Dishman, Peninsula Park, St. Johns, and Southwest Community Centers. Shift Range: Weekday early mornings, mornings, afternoon, and evenings during PPS no school days. Lead Counselor: No School Day Camps Help with youth camps during no-school days during Winter and Spring breaks. Participates in program leadership and provides direction to counselor staff. Locations: Charles Jordan, East Portland, Matt Dishman, Peninsula Park, St. Johns, and Southwest Community Centers. Shift Range: Weekday early mornings, mornings, afternoon, and evenings during PPS no school days. Attendant Jobs (Recreation Associates) These jobs are represented by Labors' (LiUNA) Local 483 - Recreation. Applicants start at the entry hourly rate. To view the labor agreement, please go to the Labor agreements webpage (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor-agreements) and click on the appropriate link. Attendants will monitor drop-in recreation activities in their assignment. Staff create a welcoming atmosphere, engage with park and facility guests, provide excellent customer service and are a resource for PP&R information. Duties include maintaining clean facilities and/or park spaces, monitoring use of space and needs of guests, being proactive in addressing potential safety concerns, upholding the PP&R code of conduct, and communicating with supervisor, rangers, and security under established guidelines. Attendants monitor participation and complete needed paperwork and record keeping. Ages: Attendant (Must be at least 15 years old) Pay Range (new employees start at the entry hourly rate): Attendant base pay is $19.52 - $22.78 (entry is $19.52) Training Pay: The training pay is $19.52 for all attendant positions. Attendant - Facility Attendant Maintains cleanliness and order of facility, stocks inventory, conducts set-up and take down of equipment for programs and rentals, physically moves items from space to space inside the facility and outdoors. Fosters an environment that is organized, safe, and welcoming. Locations: Charles Jordan, East Portland, Matt Dishman, Peninsula Park, and St. Johns Community Centers. Shift Ranges: Can include weekday and weekend early mornings, mornings, afternoon, and evenings, and possible holidays. Attendant – Drop-in Attendant Oversees Drop-In activity, gathers equipment needed, maintains a safe and clean space, and engages with participants, notify participants of the end of the activity time, returns all equipment to proper storage. Proactively addressing safety concerns, monitoring participation, and maintaining necessary paperwork and records are key aspects of their responsibilities. Fosters an environment that is organized, safe, and welcoming. Locations: Charles Jordan, East Portland, Matt Dishman, Montavilla, Peninsula Park, St. Johns, and Southwest Community Centers. Shift Ranges: Can include weekday and weekend early mornings, mornings, afternoon, and evenings, and possible holidays. Attendant - Event Hosts Facilitates rental set-up and clean-up, and physically moves items from space to space inside the facility and outdoors. Leads party package activities. Fosters an environment that is organized, safe, and welcoming. Locations: East Portland, Matt Dishman, Montavilla, and Peninsula Park Community Centers. Shift Ranges : Can include weekday and weekend early mornings, mornings, afternoon, and evenings; possible after-hours rentals and holidays. Customer Service Representative Jobs (Recreation Associates) These jobs are represented by Labors' (LiUNA) Local 483 - Recreation. Applicants start at the entry hourly rate. To view the labor agreement, please go to the Labor agreements webpage (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor-agreements) and click on the appropriate link. Customer Service Representatives are responsible for providing quality customer service to everyone, either on site or over the phone, when representing Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) in a variety of environments, including, but not limited to, PP&R Centers/buildings, pools, parks, outreach events, schools, and other places where PP&R provides programs, activities and/or information sessions. This includes frequent interaction with the public and Portland Parks & Recreation staff. Ages: Customer Service Representative (Must be at least 18 years old) Pay Range (new employees start at the entry hourly rate): Customer Service Representative base pay is $19.52 - $22.78 (entry is $19.52) Training Pay: The training pay is $19.52 for all customer service positions Customer Service Representative Complete registrations for activities and process and collect admissions for drop-in activities including aquatic and fitness programs, tennis courts, art studios. Demonstrate superior customer service skills. Provide facility reservation information, schedule lessons, sell concessions, process payments, answer phones, provide clerical support, take messages, and support facility rentals. Assist with cleaning and maintaining the facility throughout the day.Locations: Charles Jordan Community Center, East Portland Community Center, Matt Dishman Community Center, Montavilla Community Center, Peninsula Park Community Center, St. Johns Community Center, and Southwest Community Center Shift Ranges: Can include weekday and weekend early mornings, mornings, afternoon, and evenings, and possible holidays. Instructor Jobs (Parks Activities Specialists) These jobs are not union represented. Instructors prepare and present introductory lessons/activities for programs and classes for a variety of age ranges including preschool, youth, teen, and adult. Areas of assignment are as follows: messy art, cooking, dance exploration, music exploration, sports, and movement, tumbling and dance exploration, fine arts, writing, and languages. Instructors create a welcoming atmosphere, engage with park and facility guests, provide excellent customer service and are a resource for PP&R information. Instructors will maintain clean facilities and/or park spaces, monitor use of space and needs of guests, is proactive in addressing potential safety concerns, upholds the PP&R code of conduct, communicates with supervisor, rangers, and security under established guidelines. Instructors monitor participation and complete needed paperwork and record keeping. Ages: Instructor (Must be at least 15 years old) Pay Range (new employees start at the entry hourly rate): Instructor I base pay is $18.59 - $23.76 (entry is $18.59) Instructor II base pay is $20.66 - $27.37 (entry is $20.66-$23.76 based on experience) Training Pay: The training pay is $18.59 for all instructor positions. Instructor I - Assistant Instructor Assistant instructors support delivery of a variety of classes and activities. They are an aid to program delivery and not responsible for the lesson planning or class content.Locations: Charles Jordan, East Portland, Matt Dishman, Montavilla, Peninsula Park, St. Johns, Southwest, and Woodstock Community Centers. Shift Range: All operating hours. Instructor II – General Instructor General Instructors are responsible for lesson planning, class content, and instruction for a variety of general recreation activities including art, music, cooking, movement, dance, tumbling, gymnastics, and sports. Specialty art, music, fitness, and tennis programs employ specialty instructors.Locations: Charles Jordan, East Portland, Matt Dishman, Montavilla, Peninsula Park, St. Johns, Southwest, and Woodstock Community Centers.Shift Range: All operating hours. *USA Gymnastics certified instructors are eligible for a wage step increase. Click here (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/career-center/recruitment-policy) for additional information regarding the following: + City of Portland Core Values + Recruitment Process - Work Status + Equal Employment Opportunity + Veteran Preference + ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer This summary outlines the benefit programs, actual benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. The City of Portland offers a comprehensive benefit package that is competitive with other private and public sector employers. More detailed information can be obtained by calling the Health & Financial Benefits Office at 503-823-6031. Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental) (https://www.portlandoregon.gov/bhr/67562) Casual employees can become eligible for health benefits (medical, dental & vision) through Affordable Care Act (ACA) employer provisions if they meet the necessary paid hours requirement, as determined by the Health & Financial Benefits Office. Retirement (http://www.oregon.gov/PERS/) Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) The City currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution. Employees who are OPSRP members are vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65 (age 60 for police and fire.) Sick Leave (http://www.portlandoregon.gov/citycode/article/12414) Casual employees accrue sick leave as outlined in the City of Portland protected sick time law. Family Medical Leave (http://www.portlandonline.com/omf/index.cfm?c=27799&a=12415) In accordance with federal and state law, and the City policy for family medical leave, the City grants family and medical leave to eligible employees for certain family and medical related reasons. 01 Thank you for your interest in working with the City of Portland! We appreciate your time and want to make sure your application process goes smoothly. The questions that follow are important because they help us see if you meet the basic requirements of the job. Your answers to these questions really matter. They give us information we need to know about your qualifications, ability, and availability. Note: If you are asking for Veterans' Preference, please attach a copy of your DD2-14 and/or Benefit letter. Make sure all documents are uploaded by the deadline mentioned in this job posting. Have you read and understood everything above? + Yes + No - If you have any questions, please contact the recruiter on the announcement. 02 Where did you first learn about this job opportunity? (If on a website or job board, please specify which one) 03 The City of Portland receives public records requests at times. Please indicate which response you find appropriate: (Answer will not disqualify you from the process) + My application was submitted with the understanding that the City of Portland would keep the information confidential and would only disclose the information if ordered to do so. I would not have submitted this application without the promise of confidentiality. + You may release my application; I am waiving confidentiality. 04 Have you worked for Portland Parks & Recreation before? + Yes + No 05 If you answered 'Yes' to question 4, tell us the job you had with Portland Parks & Recreation and when you had it. 06 How old are you? + I am between 15 - 17 years old. + I am 18 or older. 07 If you are applying for a Counselor position, choose the jobs you're interested in. Select "N/A" if none apply. You can choose more than one. (These jobs are also called Recreation Associates). Not all positions are available for all locations. + Preschool Aide Counselor (East Portland, Montavilla, Peninsula, and Southwest only) + Afterschool Counselor (Charles Jordan, Peninsula, St. Johns only) + No School Day Camps Counselor (Winter and Spring Break camps only) + Lead Afterschool Counselor (Peninsula only) (you must be 18 or older) + Lead No School Day Camps Counselor (Winter and Spring Break camps only) (you must be 18 or older) + N/A - Not Applicable 08 If you are applying for an Attendant position, choose the jobs you're interested in. Select "N/A" if none apply. You can choose more than one. (These jobs are also called Recreation Associates). Not all positions are available for all locations. + Facility Attendant (all locations except Southwest Community Center) + Drop-in Attendant + Event Host (East Portland, Matt Dishman, Montavilla, and Peninsula Park only) + N/A – Not Applicable 09 If you are applying for a Customer Service position, choose the job you're interested in. Select "N/A" if you don't want to be a Customer Service Representative. (These jobs are also called Recreation Associates). + Customer Service Representative (you must be 18 or older) + N/A - Not Applicable 10 If you are applying for an Instructor position, choose the jobs you're interested in. Select "N/A" if none apply. You can choose more than one. (These jobs are also called Parks Activities Specialists). + Assistant Instructor + General Instructor (Must complete the next question if you select this option). + N/A - Not Applicable 11 If you selected an Instructor in question 10, please tell us what kinds of classes you would like to or can teach. Examples: a culturally specific art style, music or instrument, activities like skateboarding or gymnastics, or general topics like art or sports & games. If you did not choose this position, type "N/A." 12 How many hours a week can you work? (There are no wrong answers, and you can choose more than one if you have that flexibility). + 5 - 10 + 10 - 20 + 20 - 30 13 Please list the days and times you have availability. 14 Choose the location(s) where you’d like to work. You can pick more than one. (Please note that not all jobs are available at every location.) + Charles Jordan Community Center – 9009 N Foss Ave + East Portland Community Center – 740 SE 106th Ave + Matt Dishman Community Center – 77 NE Knott St + Montavilla Community Center – 8219 NE Glisan St + Peninsula Park Community Center- 700 N Rosa Parks Way + Southwest Community Center – 6820 SW 45th Ave + St. Johns Community Center – 8427 N Central St + Woodstock Community Center – 5905 SE 43rd Ave 15 I understand there are no set interviews or hiring dates for this job. I understand that I will be contacted only when there are positions available, which may not happen right away. + Yes, I understand that I will only be contacted when positions are available. + No, I do not understand. (Please contact the recruiter on this application for assistance). 16 I understand that this application is not for summer day camp counselor jobs. Summer job applications will open in March. + Yes, I understand. + No, I do not understand. (Please contact the recruiter on this application for assistance). 17 If you can speak, read, or write in a language other than English, please tell us which one(s). Let us know if you can speak, read, and/or write in that language. If this does not apply to you, type N/A. 18 Please include your pronouns (optional). Required Question Employer City of Portland Address 1120 SW 5th Ave, Room 987 Portland, Oregon, 97204 Website http://www.portlandoregon.gov/jobs Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email