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Aquatics Support Staff (Age 16+) - Open Continuous

City of Portland
City of Portland Salary
Multiple Locations, OR Other
POSTED ON 1/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/30/2025

Here are the jobs you can apply to on this application.
Recreation Associate Jobs: 
  • Dual Certified Lifeguard and Swim Instructor (16 )
Recreation Leader - PT/Seasonal Jobs:
  • Lifeguard (16 )
  • Swim Instructor (16 )
Parks Activities Specialist Jobs: 
  • Water Fitness Instructor (16 )
Recreation Associate Pay: 
$21.52/hour starting wage
Recreation Leader - PT/Seasonal Pay: 
$19.09/hour starting wage
Parks Activities Specialist Pay: 
$23.76/hour - $36.67/hour
Recreation Associate Union:
These jobs are part of a union called (LiUNA) Labors' Local 483 - Recreation. You will start at the entry-level pay rate. To view the labor agreement, please click here
Recreation Leader - PT/Seasonal Union:
These positions are not represented by a Union.
Parks Activities Specialist Union: 
These positions are not represented by a Union.


Come work the water with Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R)!

Summary: 

Portland Parks & Recreation is looking for team-oriented, enthusiastic, and qualified staff to operate our 3 year-round indoor and 7 summer outdoor swimming pools.  This is a great opportunity to learn leadership skills and help others stay safe and enjoy being in the pool.

  

All staff are expected to convey good public relations and follow established policies and procedures for a safe, fun, and efficient operation of the City Pools. 


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 Type:  Casual, Part-time. This job posting is for several positions, which are classified by the City of Portland as either Recreation Associates, or Recreation Leaders -PT/Seasonal, or Parks Activities Specialists. 

Schedule:  Hours may vary and are based on program needs and job classification. 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: Various locations across Portland, OR. When you apply you can choose as many locations as you want to work at. 

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 here.
 
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:

Loan Tran Polanco, Recruiter

Bureau of Human Resources

Loan.Tran@portlandoregon.gov


Applicants must have a current OR be in the process of obtaining at least one of the following certifications: 


  • StarGuard Lifeguard Certification (for Lifeguard and Dual Certification jobs)

  • Portland Parks & Recreation Swim Instructor Certification (for Swim Instructor and Dual Certification jobs)

  • Portland Parks & Recreation Water Fitness Instructor Certification and/or AEA/Equivalent certification (for Water Fitness Instructor jobs)

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.

Hiring Process:
Step 1: Apply online between January 6, 2025 - June 30, 2025
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.

Pools by Area:
North Portland:
Peninsula Outdoor Pool
Pier Outdoor Pool
Northeast Portland:
Grant Outdoor Pool
Matt Dishman Community Center Indoor Pool 
Montavilla Outdoor Pool
Southwest Portland: 
Ida B. Wells Outdoor Pool
Southwest Community Center Indoor Pool
Southeast Portland:
Creston Outdoor Pool
East Portland Community Center Indoor Pool
Sellwood Outdoor Pool

Click here for additional information regarding the following:  

  • Veteran Preference 

  • ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations? 

  • Work Status 

  • Equal Employment Opportunity 


An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer


Salary : $19 - $22

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