Summer Recreation Employment - Summer Day Camps Ages 15
Summer Recreation Employment - Summer Day Camps Ages 15
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Job Description
The Position
Are you looking for a parttime job that is flexible and fun Portland Parks & Recreation is hiringfor summer jobsacross Portland!
Recreation Associate Jobs: - Counselor: Summer Day Camps 15
- Lead Counselor: Summer Day Camps 18
Recreation Associate Pay:
- Training Pay is $19.52 for all Recreation Associate jobs
- Counselor and Lead Counselor 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 workthat requires direction and coaching of other Recreation Support Staff. For more information pleaseclick here.
- The premium pay range listed includes the $2.00 premium.
Recreation Associate Union:
These jobs are part of a union called (LiUNA) Labors Local 483 Recreation. You will start at the entrylevel pay rate. To view the labor agreement please click hereSummary: Portland Parks & Recreation is hiring parttime employees for summer day camp counselors around Portland!
We are looking for people to work at the following locations: Charles Jordan Matt Dishman East Portland Laurelhurst Park Mt. Scott Montavilla Peninsula St. Johns and Southwest Community Centers Multnomah Arts Center and Portland Parks and Recreations SUN Community Schools. PP&R SUN Community Schools (Arleta Alice Ott Beaumont Centennial Faubion Grout Lane Mt. Tabor Parkrose Roseway Heights Sitton) are hiring counselors for summer day camps and/or summer SUN programming.
This recruitment is intended for summer employment only.
Summer camp counselor training is required to attend from June 16June 20 2025. All training days will be held in person.Note: This job is open for a limited time. Applicants will be contacted when positions become available. Early applications are encouraged. Applicationssubmittedby April 13thwill be guaranteed an invitation toaninterviewatyour top choice location only. Applicationssubmittedafter April 13th will only be invited to an interview on an as needed basis.
Job Type: Casual Parttime. This job posting is for several positions which are classified by the City of Portland as Recreation Associates.
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 and Parks around Portland. When you apply you can choose multiple locations that you are willing 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.
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 RecruiterTo Qualify
Qualifications Needed:
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 problemsolve and respond to customer concerns.
Applicants must also: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
Step 1:Apply online betweenMarch 17 2025 April 28 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 and SUN Community Schools by area:North Portland:
Charles Jordan Community Center
Peninsula Park Community Center
Sitton SUN Community School
St. Johns Community Center
Northeast Portland:
Beaumont SUN Community School
FaubionSUN Community School
Matt Dishman Community Center
Montavilla Community Center
Parkrose HS SUN Community School
RosewayHeights SUN Community SchoolSouthwest Portland:
Multnomah Arts Center
Southwest Community Center
Southeast Portland:
Alice Ott SUN Community School
Arleta SUN Community School
Centennial MS SUN Community School
East Portland Community Center
Grout SUN Community School
Lane SUN Community School
Laurelhurst Park
Mt. Scott Community Center
Mt Tabor SUN Community SchoolWoodstock Community Center
Additional Information
- COUNSELOR JOBS (RECREATION ASSOCIATE)
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 theLabor agreements webpageand 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 schoolaged 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$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 pleaseclick here.
- The premium pay range listed includes the $2.00 premium.
Training Pay:The training pay is $19.52 for all counselor positions.
Counselor: Summer Day Camps
Counselor: Help with preschool and youth camps during summer months.
Locations:Charles Jordan Community Center East Portland Community CenterLaurelhurst ParkMatt Dishman Community Center Montavilla Community Center Mt. Scott Community Center Multnomah Arts Center Peninsula Park Community Center St Johns Community Center Southwest Community CenterAlice Ott SUN SchoolArleta SUN School Beaumont SUN SchoolCentennial SUN SchoolFaubion SUN School Grout SUN School Mt. Tabor SUN SchoolParkrose SUN Schooland Sitton SUN School.
Shift Range: Weekday mornings and afternoons.
Lead Counselor: Summer Day Camps
Help with preschool and youth camps during summer months. Participates in program leadership and provides direction to counselor staff.
Locations:East Portland Community CenterLaurelhurst ParkMatt Dishman Community Center Montavilla Community Center Mt. Scott Community Center Multnomah Arts Center Peninsula Park Community Center St Johns Community Center Southwest Community CenterAlice Ott SUN SchoolArleta SUN School Beaumont SUN SchoolCentennial SUN SchoolFaubion SUN School Grout SUN School Mt. Tabor SUN SchoolParkrose SUN Schooland Sitton SUN School.
Shift Range:Weekday mornings and afternoons.
Positions fill quickly. Other counselor opportunities include:
Counselor: Sub Pool
Counselors help with youth camps during the summer months. Able to fill in for shifts during summer months for all sites. Shifts become available with one day to one weeks notice. This is a greatoptionif you are someone who will be gone many weeks at a time. Hours are notguaranteed.
Locations:Charles Jordan Community Center East Portland Community CenterLaurelhurst ParkMatt Dishman Community Center Montavilla Community Center Mt. Scott Community Center Multnomah Arts Center Peninsula Park Community Center St Johns Community Center Southwest Community CenterAlice Ott SUN SchoolArleta SUN School Beaumont SUN SchoolCentennial SUN SchoolFaubion SUN School Grout SUN School Mt. Tabor SUN SchoolParkrose SUN Schooland Sitton SUN School.
Shift Range:Weekday mornings and afternoons.
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
Employment Type
Gig
