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Recreation Center Technician

Southwestern Oregon Community College

Job Location:

Coos Bay, OR - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 16 - 18

Posted: 15 June 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 12 September 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

The job posting is outdated and position may be filled

Job Summary

Primary Purpose

The Recreation Center Technician serves as a customer service representative for the student recreation center providing front desk and facility guidance in the absence of the facility director. Supports College leadership in developing departmental goals and objectives as part of the Institutions continuous improvement cycle which includes participating in the college-wide accreditation process by performing departmental planning assessment and improvement to meet core theme objectives and contribute to mission fulfillment.

This position is currently open until 11:59 pm on June 23rd 2026.

This position is only open to internal applicants (currently employed Classified employees).

Internal candidates are interviewed and considered prior to any external candidates in accordance with the current Classified Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Description of Essential Functions

Recreation Center Support (100% of Time)

Oversee all activities of the Recreation Center often in the absence of facility management staff (nights and/or weekends). Open or close facility as needed (including any related opening/closing duties).
Operate from facility front desk regulating who enters facility while regularly observing all other areas of the facility.
Handle forms/money for facility registrations rentals and any other miscellaneous revenue.
Resolve conflicts/issues via appropriate means as necessary or directed.
Oversee and provide training as necessary for student workers and federal work study staff.
Keep work and service area in a safe sanitary and orderly manner. Clean the equipment and facility as needed or instructed. Assist in the cleaning/maintenance of the climbing wall and climbing equipment.
Check-out inventory and maintain equipment. Assist in any necessary setup for classes intramurals and other activities (i.e. setting up volleyball nets) as needed or instructed.
Serve as resource for information in response to inquiries from students the public and College personnel regarding classes activities procedures and policies. Greet visitors and answer the Recreation Center telephone.

Performs Other Duties and Special Projects as Required/Assigned

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
High School diploma or GED/equivalent.

One (1) year of experience in a front-line environment with an emphasis on customer service computer operations and conflict resolution.

Successful applicants for this position must possess the following knowledge skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation:

Requires the ability to perform all of the duties of the position effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision. Commitment to being punctual and reliable.
Knowledge and ability to utilize all of the tools and equipment of the position in a safe and responsible manner.
Knowledge and ability to administer first aid in emergency situations.
Ability to work independently while exercising judgment during interactions with students staff and the public on campus during all hours of operation.
Ability to work independently and to consistently follow administrative procedures and to explain procedures to those unfamiliar with them.
Knowledge and demonstrated ability to use MS Word working knowledge of spreadsheets word processors and similar office applications required.
Ability to effectively communicate in English with others both orally and in written form which includes the ability to restate at various language levels to simplify and to use demonstrations which relate to previous knowledge and concrete experience.
Ability to work effectively and sensitively with individuals of diverse cultural backgrounds and perspectives and abilities.
Ability to consistently convey a pleasant and helpful attitude by using excellent interpersonal and communication skills to control sometimes stressful and emotional situations. Requires sufficient communication and human relations skills to resolve complaints/issues defuse anger and gain cooperation.
Ability to work early morning and/or late evening hours as needed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience working in an independent environment
Experience working in an athletic environment
College coursework certificate or degree strongly preferred

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS OR LICENSES
Current first aid card with CPR/AED certification (or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment)

Additional Job Information

JOB TITLE:Recreation Center Technician	LOCATION: Coos Bay Campus
FTE: 10-19 hours/week (.48 FTE)	ORGANIZATION: Southwestern Oregon Community College
PAY LEVEL:E (Steps 1-5 at initial hire)	EXEMPTION STATUS:Non-exempt
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Attached	REPORTS TO:Recreation Center Director
CLASSIFICATION: Classified	REVISION DATE: June 2019

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Southwestern Oregon Community College only accepts applications through this online application system. We want you to be successful in applying with us. We highly encourage you to complete and submit your application in advance of the deadline.

For assistance with this please For technical assistance with your application please call .

Please note: We recognize that our application process can be lengthy so before you begin please read all of the stated requirements to determine if you meet them. Applicants must meet all of the stated minimum/special qualifications and additional requirements to be considered for this position. Based on your responses to the qualifying questions the system may automatically screen you out from further consideration.

Required documents must be provided at the time of application. Please remove any personal information such as photographs date of birth gender social security number and other protected information from your containing protected information will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Positions are subject to budget consideration and approval. For the candidate who is hired into this position salary placement will be based on guidelines in administrative policies and procedures or collective bargaining agreements (as applicable). For this reason please be sure to include everything in your application that you want the college to consider towards placement.

The college does not sponsor employees in the visa application process if they intend to use this as their means to work in the United States. This means that all required work visas must be in place and supported by appropriate evidence to be employed by Southwestern.

Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as part of the employment process.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION STATEMENT

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

This job description is a general description of essential job is not intended as an employment contract nor is it intended to describe all responsibilities skills effort or work conditions associated with the job someone in this position would perform. All employees of Southwestern Oregon Community College are expected to perform tasks as assigned by Southwestern Oregon Community College supervisory/management personnel regardless of job title or routine job duties.

VETERANS PREFERENCE STATEMENT

Applicants are eligible to use Veterans Preference when applying with Southwestern Oregon Community College in accordance with ORS 408.225 408.230 and 408.235; and OAR and . Preference will only be given if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and any special qualifications for the position and electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application.

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