Recreation Employment - Recreation Outreach Team (18) - Open Continuous
City of Portland
Salary: See Position Description
Job Type: Casual
Job Number: 2024-00924
Location: Multiple Locations, OR
Bureau: Portland Parks & Recreation
Closing: 12/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
The Position
Join Portland Park's Recreation Outreach Team and Connect with Our Community!
Job Type: Casual, Part-time. This job is titled Customer Service Representative, but the City of Portland officially calls it a Recreation Associate.
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: You will work at different places across Portland, OR.
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 https://www.portland.gov/bhr/class-comp/language-pay-differential-overview/language-pay-differential-eligibility
Union: This job is a part of (LiUNA) Labors' Local 483 - Recreation. You will start at the entry-level pay rate. To view the labor agreement, please click https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/documents/cop-2022-2026-collective-bargaining-agreement-laborers-local-483/
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.
Note: This job is open for a long time. There are no set interviews or hiring dates. Applicants will be contacted when positions become available.
Job Summary:
Become a Customer Service Representative with the Portland Parks and Recreation Outreach Team and make a difference! You'll attend events at different places in the city, helping connect people with our fun recreation programs.
We are especially looking for people who can speak languages like Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese. If you speak any of these, we'd love for you to apply!
Your Role:
'¢ Talk with community members and help them create accounts, sign up for programs, and give out helpful materials.
'¢ Work in a fast-paced setting and solve problems on your own.
'¢ Share important information about our services.
'¢ Represent Portland Parks & Recreation with a positive attitude.
'¢ Reliable transportation is required.
'¢ Ability to lift, move, and bring equipment like tents, tables, and games (up to 50lbs).
Shifts are scheduled as needed because we coordinate with other organizations' schedules.
Pay: $19.52 - $22.78 (entry is $19.52)
Training Pay: $19.52 for all customer service positions.
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:
Hannah Zeilenga, Recruiter
mailto:Hannah.Zeilenga@PortlandOregon.gov
To Qualify
Qualifications Needed:
'¢ Be friendly and welcoming.
'¢ Communicate well with different people.
'¢ Be able to handle safety and emergency situations.
'¢ Be able to solve problems and help customers with their concerns. You must also:
'¢ This job involves hauling big items like tables and tents. You will need a reliable way to transport these items.
'¢ Be able to lift up to 50lbs.
The Recruitment Process
Hiring Process:
Step 1: Apply online between September 2 - December 30, 2024.
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.
Additional Information
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
To apply, please visit https://apptrkr.com/5595992
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