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Language Pay Premium Eligible: This position is or may be eligible for Language Pay Differential for qualifying employees
Union Representation: LiUNA Laborers' Local 483, Recreation Employees . To view this labor agreement, please click here .
Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume.
Position Summary: Portland Parks and Recreation is excited to announce an opportunity for a Recreation Coordinator I to join our Adaptive Recreation team! In this role, you will play a vital part in enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities by planning, developing, coordinating, and evaluating a diverse range of recreation programs .
If you are dedicated to promoting inclusivity and have a passion for working with diverse populations, we encourage you to apply! Join us in our mission to create enriching recreational experiences in partnership with the Disability Community that empower individuals with disabilities to thrive and connect. Your skills and commitment can help shape a more inclusive community, and we can’t wait to see what you bring to our team!
What you'll get to do: - Design and implement inclusive recreation programs that accommodate a wide range of abilities, including excursions, arts, health and wellness, music and dance, fitness, and more.
- Recruit , train, and coach recreation staff and volunteers.
- Foster relationships with community-based organizations to promote recreation opportunities.
- Provide exceptional customer service to diverse and multicultural communities through various communication channels (in-person, phone, email).
- Conduct thorough research to manage the logistics of organizing activities, ensuring smooth operations and positive experiences for all participants.
- Assess and evaluate programs regularly to gather feedback and make improvements, ensuring that all offerings meet the needs and interests of people with disabilities.
- Maintain accurate records and confidentiality regarding participant information and program details.
- Use problem-solving skills and sound judgment to address challenges and implement de-escalation techniques when necessary.
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, abilities, 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.
Virtual Zoom Meet & Greet Opportunity
Come meet the hiring manager and the senior recruiter! We'll be talking about the position duties and responsibilities, day to day life in the role, review the announcement, discuss how to apply, and answer questions you may have about the position.
December 19, 2024
2:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 873 8823 4195
Have a question? Contact Information:
TroyLynn Craft
Senior Recruiter
troylynn.craft@portlandoregon.gov
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position: - Knowledge of community recreation needs specific to people with disabilities, with the ability to incorporate the diverse needs of older adults from various ethnic backgrounds, ages, physical abilities, and interests into effective program planning.
- Experience in planning, developing, coordinating, and evaluating recreation programs relevant to people with disabilities.
- Knowledge of effective methods for recruiting, assigning, directing work, motivating, and evaluating the performance of permanent, part-time, and volunteer staff.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders, including staff, city employees, program participants, and the general public.
Candidates must also possess: - A valid state driver’s license and acceptable driving record
- Ability to pass a background check
STEP 1: Apply online between December 16 - 30, 2024- Required Application Materials: Resume
- Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)
Optional Application Materials: - If you would like to request Veteran's Preference, please submit your Veteran documents (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) by the closing date of the recruitment.
Application Tips:
- Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement.
- Your résumé should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions.
- How We Determine Pay : The City of Portland is covered by the . Your salary is determined based on the experience listed in your resume that is directly related and equivalent to the position for which you are applying. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all your relevant experience.
- 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.
- You may use AI tools to assist with your job application, but please be sure to personalize your responses to supplemental questions. Avoid copying and pasting. We encourage using AI to generate ideas and then tailor them to reflect your own experiences and skills.
- All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process.
- E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of December 30, 2024- An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%.
- Your résumé and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our 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 for complete information.
- Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.
Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of January 6, 2024- Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.
Step 4: Selection (Interview): Late January - Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview.
Step 5: Offer of Employment 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. Click here 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
Compensation details: 30.84-40.09 Hourly Wage
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