2024 Spring & Summer Aquatics Support Staff - Age 16+ - Open Continuous

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　　2024 Spring & Summer Aquatics Support Staff - Age 16+ - Open Continuous

　　Salary

　　See Position Description

　　Location

　　Multiple Locations, OR

　　Job Type

　　Casual

　　Job Number

　　2024-00014

　　Bureau

　　Portland Parks & Recreation

　　Opening Date

　　01/02/2024

　　Closing Date

　　6/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　The Position

　　Work the water!

　　Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is looking to fill Aquatics Support staff positions!Job Appointment: Casual

　　Work Schedule: Will vary. Employees will work with their supervisor to organize schedule.

　　Work Location: Various locations across Portland, OR

　　Benefits: This position is not eligible for benefits.

　　Union Representation: Dual Certified ( Lifeguard and Swim Instructor ) positions are represented by Labors' (LiUNA) Local 483 - Recreation. To view, please go to the Labor agreements webpage (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor-agreements) and click on the appropriate link.

　　Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need respond to the supplemental questions .

　　Available Positions:

　　LIFEGUARD (https://www.portlandoregon.gov/parks/39780#lifeguard) - This position requires Star G uard Lifeguard Certification

　　Lifeguard Only Starting Wage: $18.50/hour

　　SWIM INSTRUCTOR (https://www.portlandoregon.gov/parks/39780#instructor) – This position requires Portland Parks & Recreation Swim Instructor Certification

　　Swim Instructor Only Starting Wage: $18.50/hour

　　WATER FITNESS INSTRUCTOR (https://www.portland.gov/parks/recreation/aquatics-employment#toc-water-fitness-certification) - R equires Portland Parks & Recreation Water Fitness Instructor Certification and/or a National Water Fitness Instructor Certification

　　Water Fitness Instructor Starting Wage: $18.50/hour

　　LIFEGUARD & SWIM INSTRUCTOR (DUAL CERTIFIED)

　　Starting Wage: 20.90/hourly

　　This position is represented by Labors' (LiUNA) Local 483 - Recreation. To view, please go to the Labor agreements webpage (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor-agreements) and click on the appropriate link.

　　What you'll get to do:

　　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. You must be at least 16 years old to apply. Hours may vary and are based on program needs and job classification.

　　About the Bureau:

　　Portland Parks & Recreation

　　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. P ortland Parks & Recreation 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 fluently speak another language to include that information in their resume. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

　　Have a question?

　　Contact Information:

　　Vanessa Valdez

　　Recruiter

　　[email protected]

　　To Qualify

　　The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:

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

　　Star G uard Lifeguard Certification

　　Portland Parks & Recreation Swim Instructor Certification

　　Portland Parks & Recreation Water Fitness Instructor Certification and/or AEA/Equivalent certification.

　　The Recruitment Process

　　STEP 1: Apply online between January 2, 2024 – June 30, 2024

　　Required Application Materials:

　　Responses to Supplemental Questions

　　Optional Application Materials:

　　Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.)

　　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. All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process.

　　Do not attach materials not requested . E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.

　　Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Weekly

　　An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and cover letter, weighted 100%.

　　Your responses to supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.

　　Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: An eligible list will be created weekly

　　Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.

　　Step 4: Selection (Interview): Ongoing

　　Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview.

　　Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.

　　Step 5: Offer of Employment: As needed

　　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.

　　Additional Information

　　Click here (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/career-center/recruitment-policy) for additional information regarding the following:

　　Veteran Preference

　　ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations

　　Work Status

　　Equal Employment Opportunity

　　An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

　　This summary outlines the benefit programs, actual benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status.

　　The City of Portland offers a comprehensive benefit package that is competitive with other private and public sector employers.

　　More detailed information can be obtained by calling the Health & Financial Benefits Office at 503-823-6031.

　　Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental) (https://www.portlandoregon.gov/bhr/67562)

　　Casual employees can become eligible for health benefits (medical, dental & vision) through Affordable Care Act (ACA) employer provisions if they meet the necessary paid hours requirement, as determined by the Health & Financial Benefits Office.

　　Retirement (http://www.oregon.gov/PERS/)

　　Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP)

　　The City currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution.

　　Employees who are OPSRP members are vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65 (age 60 for police and fire.)

　　Sick Leave (http://www.portlandoregon.gov/citycode/article/12414)

　　Casual employees accrue sick leave as outlined in the City of Portland protected sick time law.

　　Family Medical Leave (http://www.portlandonline.com/omf/index.cfm?c=27799&a=12415)

　　In accordance with federal and state law, and the City policy for family medical leave, the City grants family and medical leave to eligible employees for certain family and medical related reasons.

　　01

　　Thank you for your interest in joining the team at the City of Portland. We sincerely value your time and hope to make your application experience as positive as possible.

　　The following supplemental questions are an important step in the examination and selection process to assist us in determining if you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in the posted vacancy.

　　A lack of a complete and thorough response to each of the supplemental questions in the space provided may result in disqualification from the examination. In addition, the selections you make and responses you provide in the questionnaire must accurately reflect what is documented in your work history.

　　All of the supplemental questions below that are specifically listed in the "To Qualify" section are required for this position. Please provide unique responses for each question that specifically address the qualification(s). Answering "No", "See resume", or entering "N/A" in the open text field to any of the minimum qualifications may result in elimination from further consideration.

　　If you are requesting veterans' preference, please be sure to indicate that you are a veteran and also upload a copy of your DD214 and/or Veteran's administration letter stating your disability. Veteran's preference documentation must be submitted by the closing time of this announcement.

　　Have you read and understood all of the information listed above?

　　Yes

　　No

　　02

　　Where did you first learn about this job opportunity? (If on a website or job board, please specify which one)

　　03

　　The City of Portland receives public records requests at times. Please indicate which response you find appropriate: (Answer will not disqualify you from the process)

　　My application was submitted with the understanding that the City of Portland would keep the information confidential and would only disclose the information if ordered to do so. I would not have submitted this application without the promise of confidentiality.

　　You may release my application; I am waiving confidentiality.

　　04

　　Have you ever been an employee with Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) before?

　　Yes

　　No

　　05

　　If you answered "Yes" to Question 4, please enter your Personnel Number.

　　06

　　Are you applying for the Lifeguard (Only) position?

　　Yes

　　No

　　07

　　Are you applying for the Swim Instructor (Only) position?

　　Yes

　　No

　　08

　　Are you applying for the Water Fitness Instructor position?

　　Yes

　　No

　　09

　　Are you applying for the Lifeguard and Swim Instructor (Combination) position?

　　Yes

　　No

　　10

　　Do you hold a valid StarGuard Lifeguard Certification?

　　Yes

　　No

　　N/A: Not applying to be a Lifeguard.

　　11

　　Do you hold a valid Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) Swim Instructor Certification?

　　Yes

　　No

　　N/A: Not applying to be a Swim Instructor.

　　12

　　If applying for a Swim Instructor position, please select your level of certification.

　　Level 1

　　Level 2

　　Level 3

　　N/A: I don't currently hold a PP&R Swim Instructor Certification.

　　13

　　Do you hold a valid Portland Parks & Recreation Water Fitness Instructor Certification and/or a National Water Fitness Instructor Certification?

　　Yes

　　No

　　N/A: Not applying to be a Water Fitness Instructor.

　　14

　　If you answered "No" to the above questions, are you willing to obtain the required certifications for the positions you are applying?

　　Yes

　　No

　　15

　　Please list any additional valid certifications you hold which are relevant to the position(s) to which you are applying.

　　16

　　What season are you applying for? Please select all that apply. If you select "Fall/Winter/Spring", please answer Question 17. If you select "Summer", please answer Question 18.

　　Fall/Winter/Spring

　　Summer

　　17

　　If applying for Fall/Winter/Spring, please rank the pools below, from 1 through 3, with 1 being your first choice.

　　East Portland Community Center Pool - 740 SE 106th Ave.

　　Matt Dishman Community Center Pool - 77 NE Knott St.

　　Southwest Community Center Pool - 6820 SW 45th Ave

　　IMPORTANT - Please understand that you are not guaranteed your choice in pool placement. Placement is determined by current staffing levels and need citywide.

　　18

　　If applying for Summer, please rank the pools below, from 1 through 10, with 1 being your first choice.

　　Creston Outdoor Pool - 4454 SE Powell Blvd

　　East Portland Community Center Indoor Pool - 740 SE 106th Ave.

　　Grant Outdoor Pool - 2300 NE 33rd Ave.

　　Ida B. Wells Outdoor Pool – 1151 SW Vermont St (Formerly Wilson Outdoor Pool)

　　Matt Dishman Community Center Indoor Pool - 77 NE Knott St.

　　Montavilla Outdoor Pool - 8219 NE Glisan St.

　　Peninsula Outdoor Pool - 700 N Rosa Parks Way

　　Pier Outdoor Pool - 9341 N St. Johns Ave.

　　Sellwood Outdoor Pool - 7951 SE 7th Ave.

　　Southwest Community Center Indoor Pool - 6820 SW 45th Ave.

　　IMPORTANT - Please understand that you are not guaranteed your choice in pool placement. Placement is determined by current staffing levels and need citywide.

　　19

　　What date can you start working?

　　20

　　Please list any vacations and/or extended periods of time that you will not be available.

　　21

　　If you speak, read or write in any language other than English, please indicate (include whether you read, speak or write). *If not, please put N/A.

　　22

　　Please write your pronouns (Optional).

　　23

　　I agree to have CURRENT CERTIFICATIONS, as they relate to my Aquatic position, valid through my term of employment at PP&R. I will attend mandatory staff meetings, orientation, and in-services through my term of employment at PP&R.

　　Agree

　　Disagree

　　24

　　I understand that if hired by the Portland Parks & Recreation Aquatics, I will work on a part-time basis, (no more than 1600 hours per calendar year.)

　　Yes

　　No

　　Required Question

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　　City of Portland

　　Address

　　1120 SW 5th Ave, Room 987 Portland, Oregon, 97204

　　Phone

　　503-823-4757

　　Website

　　http://www.portlandoregon.gov/jobs

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