Summer Recreation Employment - Sffa Arts Culture & Special Events (17+) Open Cont. - Updated

The Summer Free for All Music and Arts Programs include:

• Movies, Concerts, and Events in the Parks
• Arts Pods

Portland Parks & Recreation strives to hire staff that share in our mission of providing inclusive programming that celebrates and reflects the diversity of Portland and the youth we serve, aligning with City of Portland's core values of Anti-Racism and Equity. This includes a daily commitment to diversity, equity, access, and inclusion.

CULTURAL EVENTS PROGRAM (Movies, Concerts & Events)
This position works as a member of a team to prepare for and deliver movies, concerts, and other special events as needed. Sets up and tears down equipment including - stages, audio/visual equipment, inflatable movie screens, generators, tents, and other supplies. Loads and transports equipment to parks in city vehicles and operates a lift gate as needed. Creates a welcoming atmosphere, engages with park users and event guests of all ages, in addition to sponsors, food vendors, and performers. Provides excellent customer service and is a resource for PP&R information.

Maintains clean facilities and/or park spaces, monitors use of space and needs of guests, is proactive in addressing potential safety concerns, upholds the PP&R code of conduct, communicates with supervisor, rangers, and security under established guidelines. Driver's License preferred. These hours may be weekdays and weekends, afternoons, evenings, and late evenings up to and past midnight.

ARTS PODS (Mobile Arts Studios)
Arts Pods is an outreach program of the Multnomah Arts Center bringing art and music experiences to the public in parks and other community locations throughout the city. An Art Pod is a self-contained mobile unit which provides free, safe, on-site, drop-in, enriching community visual and performing arts experiences. They are led by Specialized Arts Instructors and supported by Counselor positions.

Those interested in the Specialized Arts Instructor position should apply here

This recruitment is for positions held at various parks located throughout Portland. This is an open continuous recruitment and intended for summer employment only.

Positions include:

• Counselor and Lead Counselor (approximately 10 opportunities)
  • Arts Pods Counselor and Lead Counselor positions are filled - we are no longer accepting applications
• Attendant (approximately 12 opportunities)

Find more information below about job types, locations of potential job openings, shifts and salary ranges.

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 speak another language fluently to include that information in their responses below. Bilingual/bi-cultural 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.

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.

Recreation Associate - Lead Counselor: Arts Pods(FILLED - No longer accepting applications)

This position works as a member of a team to prepare for and deliver performing and visual arts activities in partnership with Free Lunch + Play Program sites and other locations. They drive an Arts Pod vehicle each day. They set up and tear down equipment such as tents, signs, tables, chairs, and art/craft activity stations. They create a welcoming atmosphere, engage playfully with park users and guests, provide information about PP&R programs, events, opportunities, and news. Arts Pod Lead Counselor positions assist Specialized Teaching Artists and lead Arts Pods Counselors to deliver safe, fun, and equitable engagements. Prior experience with arts or music generally enables employees in this position to be more successful.

Locations: Parks in North Portland, Northeast Portland, East Portland, Southeast Portland, Outer East Portland, Northwest Portland, and Southwest Portland.
RECREATION ASSOCIATE - ATTENDANT
Position/s: Attendant- These positions are union represented.
Attendant positions are for the Summer Free for All Concerts, Movies and Events. Attendants monitor drop-in recreation activities in area of assignment. Creates welcoming atmosphere, engages with park and facility guests, provides excellent customer service and is a resource for PP&R information. Maintains clean facilities and/or park spaces, monitors use of space and needs of guests, is proactive in addressing potential safety concerns, upholds the PP&R code of conduct, communicates with supervisor, rangers, and security under established guidelines. Monitors participation and completes necessary paperwork and record keeping.

Attendant - Facility Attendant
Responsibilities include - Maintaining cleanliness and order of facility, stocking inventory, conducting set-up and take down of equipment for programs and rentals, physically moving items from space to space inside the facility and outdoors. Fosters an environment that is organized, safe, and welcoming.
Ages:
Attendant (Must be at least 17 years old)

Wage Range (applicants start at the entry hourly rate):
Recreation Associate - Attendant $18.00-$21.00

Training Wage: Attendant training wage is $18.00 for all attendant 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 and click on the appropriate link.
City of Portland Core Values:
COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement
As of October 18, 2021, all City employees must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. This is required for all positions at the City of Portland. Proof of being fully vaccinated is required by date of hire. You may request an exception,for health or religious reasons, from getting the COVID-19 vaccine at the time a position is offered.Applicants must possess:

• Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 per City/State mandate or have an approved exception by date of hire.

The following minimum qualifications required for these positions are as follows:

1. Ability to promote a welcoming and friendly atmosphere.
2. General knowledge of assigned recreation area.
3. Ability to communicate and engage effectively with diverse groups of people.
4. Ability to recognize and respond to safety and emergency situations
5. Ability to problem-solve and respond to customer concerns.

Applicants must submit the following to be considered:
1. Work History
2. Answers to Supplemental Questions

Work Experience: Fully describe your relevant work experience and/or any unpaid volunteer experience, making sure to explain how your experience demonstrates the qualifications listed in the "To Qualify" section above.

Supplemental Questions: Please answer all required questions

• Your work history and answers to the questions will be scored for this position. Incomplete work history and answers to the job questions may remove you from moving forward.
• Your answers to the supplemental questions should have details about...