Recreation Employment - Teen Program (Ages 15+) - Open Continuous

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Recreation Employment - Teen Program (Ages 15+) - Open Continuous

Salary

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Location

Multiple Locations, OR

Job Type

Casual

Job Number

2024-00678

Bureau

Portland Parks & Recreation

Opening Date

07/01/2024

Closing Date

12/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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The Position

Portland Parks & Recreation is hiring people for part-time, year-round jobs in the Recreation Division!

About the Position

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: At various locations across Portland, OR.

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.

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.

Position Summary

TeenForce strives to provide adolescent aged youth with safe spaces to engage in prosocial activities surrounded by caring adults. TeenForce staff act as positive role models/mentors, engaging with youth in a recreation centered environment, balancing the need to enforce facility guidelines to ensure safety for all community center participants, with building positive connections with youth and creating a welcoming and inclusive environment.

We are looking for people that may lead activities with the TeenForce program at five community centers including Charles Jordan, East Portland, Matt Dishman, Montavilla, and Southwest Community Centers. Mt. Scott Community Center is currently closed for construction. In the meantime, we will be offering activities in the Mt. Scott Neighborhood Program, which will be located at sites within a 3-mile radius of the community center.

The TeenForce program operates Monday through Friday from 3:00-7:00pm and offers classes, drop-in activities, events, and volunteer/service-learning outings.

This is an open and continuous recruitment for year-round employment. Eligible applicants will only be contacted when positions become available.

Positions Include:

• Counselor

• Instructor II

• Fitness Instructor

• Specialized Arts Instructor

Find out more below about these job types, locations, and schedules.

Recreation Associate - Counselor

Position/s: Counselor – These positions are union represented.

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 youth. 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.

Counselor: TeenForce Program

Counselor: Assist with drop-in TeenForce programming for youth, ages 10-20.

Locations: Charles Jordan, East Portland, Matt Dishman, Montavilla, Mt. Scott Neighborhood Programs, and Southwest Community Centers.

Shift Range: Weekday afternoons and evenings. Occasional weekends.

Lead Counselor: Assist with drop-in TeenForce programming for youth, ages 10-20. Participates in program leadership and provides direction to Counselor staff. Due to the ages and developmental needs of youth served in this program, we can only consider individuals 20 years old and older.

Locations: Charles Jordan, East Portland, Matt Dishman, Montavilla, Mt. Scott Neighborhood Programs, and Southwest Community Centers.

Shift Range: Weekday afternoons and evenings. Occasional weekends.

Ages:

Counselor (Must be at least 15 years old)

Lead Counselor (Must be at least 20 years old)

Wage Range (applicants start at the entry hourly rate):

Recreation Associate – Counselor $19.52 - $22.78 (entry is $19.52)

Recreation Associate – Lead Counselor $21.52 - $24.78 (entry is $21.52)

Training Wage: The training wage is $19.52 for all counselor positions.

Please note: This position is 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.

Parks Activities Specialist - Instructor

Position/s: General Instructor II, Fitness Instructor and Specialized Arts Instructor

Instructors prepare and present introductory lessons/activities for programs and classes for ages 10-20. Areas of assignment are as follows: dance, art, music, fencing, martial arts, language arts, archery, skateboarding, gymnastics, fitness, and specialized arts. Creates a welcoming atmosphere, engages with park and facility guests, provides excellent customer service and is 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, upholds the PP&R code of conduct, communicating with supervisor, rangers, and security under established guidelines. Instructors monitor participation and complete necessary paperwork and record keeping.

Locations: Charles Jordan, East Portland, Matt Dishman, Montavilla, Mt. Scott Neighborhood Programs, and Southwest Community Centers.

Shift Range: Weekday afternoons and evenings.

Instructor II – General Instructor

Types of Instruction: General Instructors are responsible for lesson planning, class content, and instruction for a variety of general recreation activities. These activities include art, music, cooking, movement, dance, tumbling, gymnastics, and sports.

*USA Gymnastics certified instructors are eligible for a wage step increase.

Fitness Instructor

Types of Instruction: Group exercise and small group classes.

Required Certifications: At least one approved certification from a bureau recognized organization as outlined below, and one year of teaching experience.

• 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)

  Specialized Arts Instructor

  Types of Instruction: Private and group music lessons, ensemble/choir, specialized music (including culturally specific styles and genres), jewelry/metalsmithing, theatre, textiles, photography, drawing and painting, printmaking and book arts, literary arts, ballet academy, studio/professional dance, woodshop, sculpture, and ceramics.

  Requirements: Specialized Arts Instructors must meet the requirements below:

• Minimum of 500 hours of prior teaching experience for each discipline(s).

• Have had significant traditional/non-traditional professional learning and/or development. Examples of this can include, but are not limited to:

• An accredited degree or certificate program in a specialized art form(s) OR

• Long-term self-lead practice of art form(s)/discipline(s), which may include teaching and/or continued education

  Ages:

  Instructor (Must be at least 18 years old)

  Wage Range (applicants start at the entry hourly rate):

  Parks Activities Specialist – Instructor II $20.66- $27.37 (entry is $20.66-$23.76 based on experience)

  Parks Activities Specialist – Fitness Instructor $25.83 - $36.67 (entry is $25.83-$28.92 based on certifications held)

  Parks Activities Specialist – Specialized Arts Instructor $30.99 - $39.25 (entry is $30.99-$36.16 based on experience)

  Training Wage: Instructor training wage is $18.59 for all instructor positions.

  About Portland Parks & Recreation

  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. (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/class-comp/language-pay-differential-overview/language-pay-differential-eligibility)

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

Hannah.Zeilenga@portlandoregon.gov

To Qualify

The following minimum qualifications are required for all positions:

• Ability to promote a welcoming and friendly atmosphere.

• General 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

Step 1: Apply online between July 1, 2024 – December 29, 2024

• Early applications are encouraged. Eligible applicants will only be contacted when positions become available.

  Required Application Materials:

• Work History

• Answers to the 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

• Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training and/or experience (personal or professional), and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement.

• 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 July 8, 2024, and weekly thereafter.

• There will be 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 answers 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 notice 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 (https://www.portland.gov/policies/human-resources-administrative-rules/employment/hrar-301-recruitment-processes) for complete information.

  Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of July 8, 2024, and weekly thereafter.

• 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 with positions become available.

• Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview

  Step 5: Offer of Employment: Eligible applicants will only be contacted with 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 (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 the City of Portland. We value your time and hope to make your application experience as positive as possible.

The following supplemental questions are an important step to assist us in the review for minimum qualifications and availability for the posted vacancies.

Your responses to each question is important. Each response provides details needed for the bureau to determine availability, interest, and qualifications.

Note: Request for veterans' preference, please add a copy of your DD214 and/or Veteran's Benefit letter. All documents must be uploaded by the closing date and time of this announcement.

Have you read and understood all 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 worked for Portland Parks & Recreation before?

• Yes

• No

  05

  If you answered 'Yes' to Question 4, please indicate what position you held with Portland Parks & Recreation and when you were in that position.

  06

  Please indicate your age.

• I am between 15 - 17 years old.

• I am between 18 - 19 years old.

• I am 20 years of age or older

  07

  If you are applying for a Counselor position, please select the positions you are interested in or select N/A for Not Applicable.

• Counselor -TeenForce (must be 15 years of age or older)

• Lead Counselor - TeenForce (must be 20 years of age or older)

• N/A - Not Applicable

  08

  If you are applying for an Instructor position, please select the positions you are interested in or select N/A for Not Applicable. (Must be 18 years of age or older)*

• General Instructor

• Fitness Instructor

• Specialized Arts Instructor

• N/A - Not Applicable

  09

  If you selected a General Instructor position in Question 8, please share what types of classes you would like to teach.

(Examples could include a culturally specific art style, music or instrument, specific activity like skateboarding or gymnastics, or a broader theme like art or sports & games.)

Type N/A for Not Applicable if not applying for General Instructor. *

10

If you selected a Fitness Instructor position in Question 8, do you currently hold the required certification(s)?

(Group Exercise Instructor: Must hold at least one approved certification.)

Select N/A for Not Applicable if not applying for Fitness Instructor.

• Yes

• No

• N/A - Not Applicable

  11

  If you selected a Fitness Instructor position in Question 8, what qualifying fitness certification(s) do you hold?

Please be ready to provide your certification(s) for review during the interview process.

(Group Exercise Instructor: Must hold at least one approved certification from a bureau recognized organization.)

Type N/A for Not Applicable if not applying for Fitness Instructor.

12

If you selected a Fitness Instructor position in Question 8, please describe your experience teaching fitness classes. (One year of teaching experience is preferred for group exercise classes.)

Type N/A for Not Applicable if not applying for Fitness Instructor.

13

If you selected a Fitness Instructor position in Question 8, what class(es) do you teach?

Type N/A for Not Applicable if not applying for Fitness Instructor.

14

If you selected a Specialized Arts Instructor position in Question 8, please describe how you meet the 500 hours of instruction experience requirement. This can include personal and professional experience for each discipline(s).

Type N/A for Not Applicable if not applying for Specialized Arts Instructor.

15

If you selected a Specialized Arts Instructor position in Question 8, please describe any educational, professional, or personal development you have had in a relevant field for each discipline(s) you are applying for.

Please include any education received and any teaching experience you have in the medium(s) you are applying to teach, including but not limited to:

• locations

• types of programs

• hours of experience

• dates worked

• populations worked with

• positions held

Type N/A for Not Applicable if not applying for Specialized Arts Instructor.

16

If you selected a Specialized Arts Instructor position in Question 8, please list the specific skills you teach.

Examples:

• "Violin",

• "Calligraphy",

• "Watercolor",

• "Musical Theatre".

Please be ready to provide a work sample or demonstration during the interview process.

Type N/A for Not Applicable if not applying for Specialized Arts Instructor.

17

How many hours a week can you work?

• 1-5

• 5-10

• 10-20

• 20-30

  18

  Teen Force operates Monday through Friday from 3:00pm - 7:00pm. What days/times are you available to work?

  19

  Please select the location(s) where you would like to work.

(These are the only locations Teen Force is offered.)

• 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

• Mt.Scott Neighborhood Programs - Programs offered within 3 mile radius near 5530 SE 72nd Ave.

• Southwest Community Center – 6820 SW 45th Ave

  20

  Why are PP&R programs important to our communities? Why do you want to work with the Teen program?

  21

  I understand this is an Open Continuous recruitment, which means I can be contacted at any time and only when positions become available. I understand that may not be immediately after submitting my application.

• Yes

• No

  22

  If you speak, read, or write in any language other than English, please indicate (include whether you read, speak, or write). If not, please put N/A.

  23

  Please include your pronouns (optional).

  Required Question

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Address

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Website

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