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City of Portland 2024-2025 Fall & Winter Aquatics Support Staff - Age 16+ - Open Continuous in Portland, Oregon
2024-2025 Fall & Winter Aquatics Support Staff - Age 16+ - Open Continuous
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2024-2025 Fall & Winter Aquatics Support Staff - Age 16+ - Open Continuous
Salary
See Position Description
Location
Multiple Locations, OR
Job Type
Casual
Job Number
2024-00523
Bureau
Portland Parks & Recreation
Opening Date
07/01/2024
Closing Date
12/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
Benefits
Questions
The Position
Work the water!
Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is looking to fill Aquatics Support staff positions!Job Appointment: Casual, Part-Time
Work Schedule: Will vary. Employees will work with their supervisor to organize schedule.
Work Location: Various locations across Portland, OR
Benefits: This position is not eligible for benefits.
Union Representation: Dual Certified (Lifeguard and Swim Instructor) positions are represented by Labors' (LiUNA) Local 483 - Recreation. To view, please go to the Labor agreements webpage (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor-agreements) a nd click on the appropriate link.
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. (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/class-comp/language-pay-differential-overview/language-pay-differential-eligibility)
Application Materials: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions.
What you'll get to do:
Portland Parks & Recreation is looking for team-oriented, enthusiastic, and qualified staff to operate our 3 year-round indoor and 7 summer outdoor swimming pools. This is a great opportunity to learn leadership skills and help others stay safe and enjoy being in the pool.
All staff are expected to convey good public relations and follow established policies and procedures for a safe, fun, and efficient operation of the City Pools. You must be at least 16 years old to apply. Hours may vary and are based on program needs and job classification.
Available Positions:
LIFEGUARD (https://www.portlandoregon.gov/parks/39780#lifeguard) - This position requires StarGuard Lifeguard Certification
Lifeguard Only Starting Wage: $19.09/hour
SWIM INSTRUCTOR (https://www.portlandoregon.gov/parks/39780#instructor) – This position requires Portland Parks & Recreation Swim Instructor Certification
Swim Instructor Only Starting Wage: $19.09/hour
WATER FITNESS INSTRUCTOR (https://www.portland.gov/parks/recreation/aquatics-employment#toc-water-fitness-certification) - Requires Portland Parks & Recreation Water Fitness Instructor Certification and/or a National Water Fitness Instructor Certification
Water Fitness Instructor Wage Range: $23.76/hour - $36.67/hour
LIFEGUARD & SWIM INSTRUCTOR (DUAL CERTIFIED)
Starting Wage: 21.52/hourly
This position is represented by Labors' (LiUNA) Local 483 - Recreation. To view, please go to the Labor agreements webpage (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor-agreements) and click on the appropriate link.
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.
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:
Hannah Zeilenga, Recruiter
Bureau of Human Resources
Hannah.Zeilenga@portlandoregon.gov
To Qualify
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:
Applicants must have a current OR be in the process of obtaining at least one of the following certifications:
StarGuard Lifeguard Certification
Portland Parks & Recreation Swim Instructor Certification
Portland Parks & Recreation Water Fitness Instructor Certification and/or AEA/Equivalent certification.
The Recruitment Process
STEP 1: Apply online between July 1, 2024 – December 30, 2024
Required Application Material
Responses to Supplemental Questions. Click on the Questions tab to preview the questions.
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.
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. (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/career-center/veterans-preference-information)
Application Tips
Do not attach additional documents not requested.
Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training and/or experience (personal or professional) that clearly reflect your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the “To Qualify” section of this announcement.
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: Weekly
There will be an evaluation of each applicant’s training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their supplemental questions.
Your responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our pass/fail evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.
You have 14 days from the notices of the minimum qualification evaluation 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 (add link) for complete information.
Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: An eligible list will be created weekly
Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.
Step 4: Selection (Interview): Ongoing
Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview.
Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.
Step 5: Offer of Employment: As needed
Step 6: Start Date: TBD
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 (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/career-center/recruitment-policy) for additional information regarding the following:
Veteran Preference
ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations?
Work Status
Equal Employment Opportunity
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.
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Thank you for your interest in joining the team at the City of Portland. We sincerely value your time and hope to make your application experience as positive as possible.
The following supplemental questions are an important step in the examination and selection process to assist us in determining if you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in the posted vacancy.
A lack of a complete and thorough response to each of the supplemental questions in the space provided may result in disqualification from the examination. In addition, the selections you make and responses you provide in the questionnaire must accurately reflect what is documented in your work history.
All of the supplemental questions below that are specifically listed in the "To Qualify" section are required for this position. Please provide unique responses for each question that specifically address the qualification(s). Answering "No", "See resume", or entering "N/A" in the open text field to any of the minimum qualifications may result in elimination from further consideration.
If you are requesting veterans' preference, please be sure to indicate that you are a veteran and also upload a copy of your DD214 and/or Veteran's administration letter stating your disability. Veteran's preference documentation must be submitted by the closing time of this announcement.
Have you read and understood all of the information listed above?
Yes
No
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 ever been an employee with Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) before?
Yes
No
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If you answered "Yes" to Question 4, please enter your Personnel Number.
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Are you applying for the Lifeguard (Only) position?
Yes
No
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Are you applying for the Swim Instructor (Only) position?
Yes
No
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Are you applying for the Water Fitness Instructor position?
Yes
No
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Are you applying for the Lifeguard and Swim Instructor (Combination) position?
Yes
No
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Do you hold a current and valid StarGuard Lifeguard Certification?
Yes
No
N/A: Not applying to be a Lifeguard.
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Do you hold a valid Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) Swim Instructor Certification?
Yes
No
N/A: Not applying to be a Swim Instructor.
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If applying for a Swim Instructor position, please select your level of certification.
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
N/A: I don't currently hold a PP&R Swim Instructor Certification.
13
Do you hold a valid Portland Parks & Recreation Water Fitness Instructor Certification and/or a National Water Fitness Instructor Certification?
Yes
No
N/A: Not applying to be a Water Fitness Instructor.
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If you answered "No" to having any of the above certifications/trainings, are you willing to obtain the required certifications for the positions you are applying?
Yes
No
15
Please list any additional valid certifications you hold which are relevant to the position(s) to which you are applying.
16
What season are you applying for? Please select all that apply. If you select "Fall/Winter/Spring", please answer Question 17. If you select "Summer", please answer Question 18.
Fall/Winter/Spring
Summer
17
If applying for Fall/Winter/Spring, please rank the pools below, from 1 through 3, with 1 being your first choice.
East Portland Community Center Pool - 740 SE 106th Ave.
Matt Dishman Community Center Pool - 77 NE Knott St.
Southwest Community Center Pool - 6820 SW 45th Ave
IMPORTANT - Please understand that you are not guaranteed your choice in pool placement. Placement is determined by current staffing levels and need citywide.
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If applying for Summer, please rank the pools below, from 1 through 10, with 1 being your first choice.
Creston Outdoor Pool - 4454 SE Powell Blvd
East Portland Community Center Indoor Pool - 740 SE 106th Ave.
Grant Outdoor Pool - 2300 NE 33rd Ave.
Ida B. Wells Outdoor Pool – 1151 SW Vermont St (Formerly Wilson Outdoor Pool)
Matt Dishman Community Center Indoor Pool - 77 NE Knott St.
Montavilla Outdoor Pool - 8219 NE Glisan St.
Peninsula Outdoor Pool - 700 N Rosa Parks Way
Pier Outdoor Pool - 9341 N St. Johns Ave.
Sellwood Outdoor Pool - 7951 SE 7th Ave.
Southwest Community Center Indoor Pool - 6820 SW 45th Ave.
IMPORTANT - Please understand that you are not guaranteed your choice in pool placement. Placement is determined by current staffing levels and need citywide.
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What date can you start working?
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Please list any vacations and/or extended periods of time that you will not be available.
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If you speak, read or write in a language(s) other than English, please indicate (include whether you read, speak or write). *If not, please put N/A.
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Please write your pronouns (Optional).
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I agree to have CURRENT CERTIFICATIONS, as they relate to my Aquatic position, valid through my term of employment at PP&R. I will attend mandatory staff meetings, orientation, and in-services through my term of employment at PP&R.
Agree
Disagree
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I understand that if hired by the Portland Parks & Recreation Aquatics, I will work on a part-time basis, (no more than 1600 hours per calendar year.)
Yes
No
Required Question
Agency
City of Portland
Address
1120 SW 5th Ave, Room 987 Portland, Oregon, 97204
Website
http://www.portlandoregon.gov/jobs
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