The Position
Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is hiring people for part-time, year-round jobs in the Recreation Division! Job Appointment: Casual, Part-time
Work Schedule: These are part-time positions with flexible hours and may include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Work hours can be assigned verbally and depend on enrollment levels, needs of the program, and other factors. There is no guarantee of the number of hours needed each week nor the number of hours worked from week to week. Employees in these positions serve at will.
Work Location: Multiple locations
Benefit: These positions have limited benefit eligibility. Please review the Benefits tab for more information.
Language Pay Differential: Employees who speak one or more languages in addition to English and who use their language skill to assist the community, may receive additional pay. More about the process can be found here.
Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to submit a work history and answer supplemental questions for this application.
Position Summary: Portland Parks and Recreation Lifelong recreation is dedicated to ensuring access to recreational, educational, and wellness opportunities for adults age 60+. Lifelong Recreation programs are offered throughout Portland and include excursions and van trips, health and wellness, arts and crafts, music and dance, sports, and fitness, hiking and walking and much more.
We are looking for people that will lead van trips/excursions, teach classes on site at Community Centers or satellite facilities and/or virtually using an online platform and help facilitate virtual programs using an online platform.
This is an open and continuous recruitment for year-round employment.
Eligible applicants will only be contacted when positions become available. Positions include:
- Lead Counselor
- Instructor II
- Fitness Instructor
Find out more below about these job types, locations, hours and pay ranges.
Lead Counselor These positions are union represented.
Counselors lead a variety of van trips and outings that include tours, hikes, meals, and social engagement, in addition to supporting the physical, social, and emotional wellbeing of aging adult participants. Positions will be responsible for maintaining schedules, safety of participants and volunteers, and maintaining accurate program records.
Lead Counselor - Van Trip LeaderProvide customer service to participants during a variety of outings/excursions for aging adults. Activity trips can be 8-to-12-hour days where employees are responsible for transporting registered participants via minibus or 15-passanger van to tours/shows/activities. Candidates should enjoy working/socializing with aging adults, be willing to assist with balancing participants while getting in and out of bus/van or at different activity venues, as needed. Will need to submit a DMV drivers record to drive City vehicles, bilingual preferred. Trips are varied with options Mon-Sat and occasionally Sundays.
Locations: Pick-up/Drop off at East Portland Community Center, Montavilla Community Center, Peninsula Park Community Center, and Southwest Community Center and non-Parks satellite locations.
Shift Range: Weekdays and weekend mornings, afternoons, and evenings.
Ages: Lead Counselor (Must be at least 18 years old)
Wage Range (applicants start at the entry hourly rate): Recreation Associate - Lead Counselor $20.90 - $24.05 (entry is $20.90)
Training Wage: The training wage is $18.90 for all counselor positions.
Instructor Level II and Fitness Instructor Instructors prepare and present introductory lessons/activities for programs and classes. Areas of assignment are listed below. Creates welcoming atmosphere, engages with participants, provides excellent customer service and is a resource for PP&R information. Maintains clean facilities and/or park spaces, monitors 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. Monitors participation and completes needed paperwork and record keeping.
Instructor II - General Instructor Types of Instruction: Looking for Instructors to lead classes for aging adults in a wide range of interests. Class ideas could include textile dyeing, music instruction, memory writing, cultural enrichment, environmental education, and other continuing education activities.
Locations: Charles Jordan, East Portland, Matt Dishman, Peninsula Park, St. Johns, Southwest Community Center, non-Parks satellite locations, and/or virtual using an online platform.
Shift Range: All operating hours.
Fitness Instructor - Group Exercise Required Experience: One year of teaching experience is preferred.
Required Certifications: Approved certification(s) from a bureau recognized organization as outlined below.
Locations: Charles Jordan, East Portland, Matt Dishman, Peninsula Park, St. Johns, Southwest Community Center, non-Parks satellite locations, and/or virtual using an online platform.
Shift Range: All operating hours.
Qualifying Fitness Certifications: - ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine)
- ACE (American Council on Exercise)
- AFAA (Aerobic and Fitness Association of America)
- NSCA (National Strength and Conditioning Association)
- NCSF (National Council on Strength and Fitness)
- ISSA (International Sports Science Association)
- NESTA (National Exercise and Sport Training Association)
- NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine)
- PCC Fitness Technology Degree
- Cooper Institute Certification
- Four-year college degree in a fitness related field (e.g., Athletic Training, Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology)
- Any accredited certification distributed by NCCA (National Commission for Certifying Agencies)
Ages: Instructor (Must be at least 18 years old)
Wage Range (applicants start at the entry hourly rate): Parks Activities Specialist - Instructor II $20.00 - $26.50 (entry is $20.00-$23.00 based on experience)
Parks Activities Specialist - Fitness Instructor $25.00 - $35.50 (entry is $25.00 or $28.00 based on certifications held)
Training Wage: Instructor training wage is $18.00 for all instructor positions.
About the Bureau: Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is committed to the overall Citywide vision that race will have no detrimental effect on people of color, refugee and immigrant communities in accessing our parks and natural areas, or from the benefit of our services. We recognize, understand, and encourage celebration of the differences that surround us. Diversity and equity are vital to PP&R’s ideals and values. The City of Portland, Oregon is a growing and diverse city of 650,000 residents, nearly 20% of whom speak languages other than English at home. PP&R values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization and with the public.
PP&R encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds. Although not required, PP&R encourages candidates that can fluently speak another language to include that information in their application materials.
Multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.Language Pay Differential: Employees who speak one or more languages in addition to English and who use their language skill to assist the community, may receive additional pay. More about the process can be found here.
Studies have shown that women and People of Color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your life experiences and qualifications for the role.Have a question?Contact Information:
Cierra Maceo
Recruiter
cierra.maceo@portlandoregon.gov
To Qualify
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position: Ability to promote a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Knowledge of assigned recreation area.Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups of people.Ability to recognize and respond to safety and emergency situations.Ability to problem-solve and respond to customer concerns.
The Recruitment Process
NOTE: This is an open and continuous recruitment for year-round employment. This means interview and hiring dates are not set at this time and will depend on position need and availability.
Eligible applicants will only be contacted when positions become available. STEP 1: Apply online between January 15 - June 30, 2024 Required Application Materials: - Work History
- Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)
Optional Application Materials: - If you would like to request Veterans preference, please submit your Veteran documents (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) by the closing date of the recruitment. To learn about Veterans preference click here .
Application Tips: - Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training and/or personal and professional experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement.
- Your work history should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions.
Do not attach any additional documents. - Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment.
Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of January 22, 2024, and weekly thereafter - An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their work history and supplemental questions.
- Your work history and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our pass/fail evaluation of your qualifications for participation in the next step. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.
- You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation phase 1 results to let us know if you would like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information.
Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Eligible applicants will only be contacted when positions become available. - Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.
Step 4: Selection (Interview): Eligible applicants will only be contacted when positions become available. - Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview.
Step 5: Offer of Employment: Eligible applicants will only be contacted when positions become available. Step 6: Start Date:- A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.
*Timeline is approximate and subject to change. Additional Information
Click here for additional information regarding the following:- City of Portland Core Values
- Recruitment Process - Work Status
- Equal Employment Opportunity
- Veterans Preference
- ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action EmployerThis 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)
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
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
Casual employees accrue sick leave as outlined in the City of Portland protected sick time law.
Family Medical Leave
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.
Closing Date/Time: 6/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
