Recreation Program Assistant Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $15.11 - $19.63 Hourly
Location : Community Center | 600 NE Evans St., McMinnville, OR
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: FY2025-00216
Department: Parks & Recreation
Division: Community Center and Rec Programs
Opening Date: 03/02/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Summary
Do you want to help McMinnville Parks and Recreation PLAY, EXPLORE, GROW, and CONNECT? Parks and Recreation is looking for individuals who can help us share the FUN with our community! The City of McMinnville is seeking responsible, team-oriented, and enthusiastic individuals to assist with special events and recreation programs!
Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred
During the school year, hours are limited and will vary depending on events, shifts typically on Fridays, Saturdays, and school breaks. During summer, staff will work Summer Fun events (day and evening) and camps (July 20-24 and Aug 3-7).
Essential Job Functions
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Lead Recreation Program
  • Provide instruction
  • Facilitate game play
  • Know and apply rules and procedures

• Customer Service
  • Provide customer service to patrons
  • Help the public discover new interests by introducing them to art, music, sports, and other potential hobbies.
  • Deal with conflict resolution and inappropriate behavior
  • Maintain safety by monitoring children and adults for health, behavioral, and emotional concerns and report concerns to Recreation Supervisor.

• Activity Management
  • Work with Program Assistant on problem solving
  • Prep activity area including setup and cleanup

GENERAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other agencies, and the public.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the classification.
• Participate in committees when requested.
• Maintain proficiency in job requirements which may include attending training and meetings, reading materials, and meeting with others in areas of responsibility, which may require travel.
• Maintain work areas in a safe, clean, and orderly manner.
• Maintain confidentiality, data integrity, and comply with all related city, state, and federal standards related to confidentiality.

Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the duties as described.
Knowledge of:

• Recreation activities
• Child development, socio-emotional learning, and basic behavior guidance strategies.

Skill and Ability to:

• Exemplify traits that reflect the City's culture, including integrity, a customer service orientation, cultural competency, trustworthiness, flexibility and a willingness to change.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS OR LICENSES:

• First aid certification withing one month of hire
• Concussion Awareness training on an annual basis (Youth Sports Officials only)

Supplemental Information
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The position requires minimal (20-40%) ability to use dexterity and fine motor skills. Occasional (21-50% of the time) use of office equipment. The position requires significant (60-80%) physical effort such as lifting, carrying, or movement, etc. Movements required to complete work require sustained speed, agility, hand eye coordination and equipment operation. The work environment is protected with only some occasional hazards or obstacles (20-40%). There is a moderately low level of personal risk or hazard. Job conditions are occasionally uncomfortable, with moderate (20-40%) issues of confinement, temperature change, incident of noise, or interactions of a disagreeable nature, inside/outside work, dirty conditions, exposure to contagious disease, etc. Position may have some responsibility for driving.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervision of others is not a typical function assigned to this position. May provide training and orientation to newly assigned personnel and may assign work to student workers.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Works under the general direction of the Recreation Manager or Recreation Supervisor.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• 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 documents. Documents containing protected information will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Finalists for this position will be subject to a computerized criminal history check, driving record check (if driving is required for the position), and education/certification verification. Adverse background information will be reviewed and could result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer or termination of employment.
• The City of McMinnville does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.
• 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 the handbook or association agreement (as applicable) to assess education and experience. For this reason, please be sure to include everything in your application that you want considered towards placement.

The City of McMinnville only accepts applications through our online application system at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Mcminnville. 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 technical assistance, please call (855) 524-5627.
The City of McMinnville is an equal opportunity employer.
Applicants with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation (e.g., assistive listening devices)
to participate in the recruitment and/or selection process should contact Vicki Hedges, Human Resources Director.
The City of McMinnville is proud to hire veterans.
Applicants are eligible to use Veteran's Preference in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230 and 408.235; and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Military personnel who expect to be honorably discharged from the military within 120 days of certifying veteran status on this job application, may also request preference. Preference will only be given if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and any special qualifications for the position and they electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

• MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) - OR - Letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating a non-service connected pension. If you need to request a copy of your DD-214, click here.
• Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs.

For information regarding Veteran's Preference qualifications, visit the following website: https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/Pages/veterans-preference.aspx
The City of McMinnville prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at the City of McMinnville are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, age, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, ability, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state and federal law. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
The City of McMinnville is dedicated to fostering a fair and inclusive environment in all aspects of our employment practices, including recruitment, hiring, retention, promotion, and training. We are also committed to supporting leadership development in the broader McMinnville community and working toward a welcoming and respectful atmosphere for everyone. We encourage candidates who align with these principles to join us in contributing to a stronger and more unified McMinnville.
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In no more than 250 words, describe how your experience, education, and/or training has prepared you to work with families and assist with special events?
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Are you bilingual in Spanish and English? If yes, please indicate your Spanish fluency level.
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