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Recreation Leader - Instructor
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City of Portland .
Position Summary The City of Portland's Bureau of Parks and Recreation is accepting applications for the Recreation Leader – Instructor role. This position is an integral part of service support and delivery in programs and facilities citywide. The Recreation Division seeks qualified candidates to provide instruction in general recreation programs and various program areas.
Job Appointment Full Time, Regular Work Schedule: Monday through Friday (subject to change) Work Location: Fully in person, employee will report to Peninsula Park Community Center. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington.
Responsibilities
Facilitate, instruct, and support the administration of a wide variety of recreation classes and programs, including after‑school programs.
Adapt to changing priorities while effectively managing assigned responsibilities.
Plan and deliver front‑line instruction, including leading and training recreation support staff and volunteers.
Operate, maintain, and organize program supplies and equipment.
Work directly with the public by providing quality instruction, ensuring the safe use of facilities, and responding to questions and inquiries.
Perform administrative and registration tasks to support program operations and meet participant needs.
Qualifications
Knowledge of general or specialized recreational programs, services and activities.
Ability and experience establishing and executing lesson plans and instructing in general or specialized recreational programs, services or activities.
Experience leading and supporting others through the delivery of programs and classes.
Ability to select, instruct, and oversee volunteers and seasonal/casual staff.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions as well as communicate with internal and external customers from different socioeconomic backgrounds and abilities.
Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online between January 5, 2026 to January 12, 2026 Required Application Materials
Resume (do not include age, date of birth, or graduation dates unless specifically requested)
Answer to the Supplemental Questions
Optional Application Materials
Veteran’s Preference documents (e.g., DD214–Member 4, VA Benefit Letter) submitted by the closing date.
Veteran preference status may be updated or removed via contact with the recruiter.
Application Tips
Respond to supplemental questions with details that reflect your qualifications for each item in the qualifications section.
Resume should support the details described in your supplemental responses.
Do not attach additional documents or a cover letter; only the requested materials will be reviewed.
All applications must be submitted through the City of Portland online portal by the closing date and time.
E‑mailed or faxed applications will not be accepted.
Use AI tools to assist but personalize your responses and avoid copying directly.
Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation (Week of January 12 2026)
Evaluation of each applicant’s training and experience, weighting 100 %.
Inadequate or incomplete information may result in disqualification.
Applicants have 14 days from the evaluation notice to request a review of their result.
Additional evaluation may occur before establishing the eligible list.
Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List (Week of January 19 2026)
Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on an equally ranked eligible list.
Step 4: Selection (Interview) – February 2026 Step 5: Offer of Employment – February 2026 Step 6: Start Date – Early/Mid/Late Month
Start date determined after all conditions of employment have been met.
Timeline is approximate and subject to change.
Additional Information
City of Portland Core Values
Recruitment Process – Work Status
Equal Employment Opportunity
Veteran Preference
ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
Contact Information: Loan Tran Polanco, Senior Recruiter Bureau of Human Resources Loan.Tran@portlandoregon.gov
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Recreation Leader - Instructor
role at
City of Portland .
Position Summary The City of Portland's Bureau of Parks and Recreation is accepting applications for the Recreation Leader – Instructor role. This position is an integral part of service support and delivery in programs and facilities citywide. The Recreation Division seeks qualified candidates to provide instruction in general recreation programs and various program areas.
Job Appointment Full Time, Regular Work Schedule: Monday through Friday (subject to change) Work Location: Fully in person, employee will report to Peninsula Park Community Center. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington.
Responsibilities
Facilitate, instruct, and support the administration of a wide variety of recreation classes and programs, including after‑school programs.
Adapt to changing priorities while effectively managing assigned responsibilities.
Plan and deliver front‑line instruction, including leading and training recreation support staff and volunteers.
Operate, maintain, and organize program supplies and equipment.
Work directly with the public by providing quality instruction, ensuring the safe use of facilities, and responding to questions and inquiries.
Perform administrative and registration tasks to support program operations and meet participant needs.
Qualifications
Knowledge of general or specialized recreational programs, services and activities.
Ability and experience establishing and executing lesson plans and instructing in general or specialized recreational programs, services or activities.
Experience leading and supporting others through the delivery of programs and classes.
Ability to select, instruct, and oversee volunteers and seasonal/casual staff.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions as well as communicate with internal and external customers from different socioeconomic backgrounds and abilities.
Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online between January 5, 2026 to January 12, 2026 Required Application Materials
Resume (do not include age, date of birth, or graduation dates unless specifically requested)
Answer to the Supplemental Questions
Optional Application Materials
Veteran’s Preference documents (e.g., DD214–Member 4, VA Benefit Letter) submitted by the closing date.
Veteran preference status may be updated or removed via contact with the recruiter.
Application Tips
Respond to supplemental questions with details that reflect your qualifications for each item in the qualifications section.
Resume should support the details described in your supplemental responses.
Do not attach additional documents or a cover letter; only the requested materials will be reviewed.
All applications must be submitted through the City of Portland online portal by the closing date and time.
E‑mailed or faxed applications will not be accepted.
Use AI tools to assist but personalize your responses and avoid copying directly.
Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation (Week of January 12 2026)
Evaluation of each applicant’s training and experience, weighting 100 %.
Inadequate or incomplete information may result in disqualification.
Applicants have 14 days from the evaluation notice to request a review of their result.
Additional evaluation may occur before establishing the eligible list.
Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List (Week of January 19 2026)
Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on an equally ranked eligible list.
Step 4: Selection (Interview) – February 2026 Step 5: Offer of Employment – February 2026 Step 6: Start Date – Early/Mid/Late Month
Start date determined after all conditions of employment have been met.
Timeline is approximate and subject to change.
Additional Information
City of Portland Core Values
Recruitment Process – Work Status
Equal Employment Opportunity
Veteran Preference
ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
Contact Information: Loan Tran Polanco, Senior Recruiter Bureau of Human Resources Loan.Tran@portlandoregon.gov
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