Program Support - Recreation

Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 38,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free facility access for household

Discount on camps and classes

Job summary

THPRD is seeking a Program Support for the Conestoga Recreation & Aquatic Center in Beaverton. This regular part-time role focuses on assisting with assigned recreation programs and front desk operations, delivering friendly customer service and contributing to daily facility operations.

Responsibilities include teaching youth sports (ages 2–15), coordinating with staff, ensuring safety, and promoting inclusive experiences for all patrons.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade and two years of relevant experience in sports instruction or recreation education.
• First Aid and CPR certifications current or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Valid Oregon Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and daily operation of assigned recreation programs, including sports classes and weekend programs.
• Provide lead directions to part-time sports staff and oversee daily class responsibilities and schedules.
• Teach youth sports classes for ages 2–15 (soccer, basketball, volleyball, etc.).
• Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, gather feedback, and adjust programs to improve patron experience.
• Lead or co-lead activities to ensure smooth transitions and inclusive participation.
• Support front desk operations with registrations, check-ins, and inquiries.
• Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in all program activities.

Skills

Sports instruction

Customer service

Program support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Program Support position at Conestoga Recreation & Aquatic Center is a regular, part-time position focused on supporting assigned recreation programs and assisting front desk operations. Responsibilities include providing excellent customer service at the front desk, assisting with daily facility operations, and supporting recreation programs and activities based on department needs.

This position receives direct supervision from the recreation program coordinator, limited supervision from the programming staff, and may exercise lead direction over other part-time staff and volunteers.

Key components of the job include (but are not limited to):

• Support the planning and daily operation of assigned recreation programs, including sports classes and weekend programs.
• Provide lead directions to assigned part-time sports staff by assigning and overseeing daily class responsibilities, assisting with staff schedules, delivering training, and offering ongoing coaching and support to maintain a safe, engaging program environment.
• Must be comfortable and confident teaching youth sports classes for patrons aged 2-15 years. This includes the sports of soccer, basketball, volleyball, etc.
• Assist in monitoring and evaluating program effectiveness, gathering feedback, and adjusting programs to enhance patron experience and achieve established outcomes.
• Lead or co-lead program activities as needed to ensure smooth transitions, active participation, and a positive, inclusive experience for all patrons.
• Support front desk operations by assisting with patron registrations, check-ins, and general inquiries.
• Actively promote, model, and support diversity, equity, inclusion, and access to create a welcoming and supportive program environment for participants and staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade and two (2) years of relevant experience in sports instruction, recreation education, including lived experience.
• Current First Aid and CPR certifications OR ability to obtain upon hire.
• Valid Oregon Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record (see Driver Eligibility Requirements below).

Schedule

We are hiring for a regular part-time position that may be scheduled for up to 29 hours per week. Schedule is typically Friday-Monday within the hours of 8am – 8pm dependent on program needs.

Pay

The hiring range for this position is $27.84 - $31.38, based on experience and internal equity. Staff may be eligible for a merit increase at the end of September.

Employees receive free drop-in access to all THPRD recreation facilities for their household, as well as a discount on camps and classes. Be sure to check out the "Benefits" tab to see what the district offers you!

Driving Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible to drive for THPRD, you must meet the following requirements:

• Have fewer than 3 vehicle accidents within the last 5 years
• Have fewer than 4 moving violations and/or vehicle accidentscombinedwithin the last 5 years
• Have no more than 1DUIs within the last 5 years WITH the successful completion of a diversion program.

If you exceed the above requirements within the last 5 years, you will not be eligible to drive for THPRD. If the position requires driving, you would not be eligible for the position. Click here to view the driver acceptability matrix.

Note: Driving eligibility is based on moving violations only. Parking tickets, failure to have insurance, expired registration, and other administrative violations are excluded.

Application Review

Please be sure to fully answer the application's supplemental questions to ensure our hiring managers can appropriately evaluate your qualifications. To reduce barriers to entry, THPRD evaluates an applicant's work history and responses to supplemental questions rather than requiring cover letters and resumes. Appointments on the salary range are made based upon a pay equity analysis of bona fide factors per Oregon's Equal Pay Act.

Accommodations

THPRD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, THPRD will ensure that people with disabilities receive reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

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