JOB
Now Hiring Safety Services Team Members!
Description
Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District (THPRD) is looking for people to join our Safety Services team. Safety Services staff are committed to public service by creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for our community to gather and recreate.
The ideal candidate has experience in a public safety role focused on customer education and helping people comply with organizational rules. Applicants should have experience working with diverse communities, including lived experiences, or bring a unique background that adds a fresh perspective to the team. Strong customer service skills and an eagerness to work in the diverse Beaverton-area community are essential.
A typical day in Safety Services involves serving as a district ambassador and applying a diversity, equity, inclusion, and all-access lens to daily decisions. Staff are an approachable presence in parks and facilities, providing information and educating patrons about rules, regulations, and laws that help make parks and facilities safe and enjoyable. Safety Services staff also collaborate with local law enforcement partners to address safety concerns and support community safety.
For more information about job duties and qualifications, please click the hyperlinked job title to view the full job description.
Employees receive free drop-in access to all THPRD recreation facilities for their household. Be sure to check out the Benefits tab to see what the district offers!
Schedule
Shifts are 7:00 AM–4:00 PM or 3:30 PM–12:30 AM, with approximately 29 hours per week.
Part-time staff may work up to 1,560 hours per year.
Pay
$29.76 per hour
The hiring rate for this position is $29.76 per hour. The full hourly range for this job classification is $29.76 to $33.56 per hour. Staff may be eligible for a merit increase at the end of September.
Qualifications
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Must be at least 18 years of age
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Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required
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Current First Aid/CPR certification, or ability to obtain upon hire
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Oregon DPSST Private Security Professional (Unarmed) certification, or ability to obtain upon hire
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Willingness to work outdoors in all types of weather
Experience & Training
Any combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
Preferred qualifications include:
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Experience, education, or training related to security work, public service, or public communication/education
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Relevant specialized training or coursework
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Bilingual and multilingual skills; THPRD offers a 5% pay incentive for staff who utilize these skills at work
Application Review
Our hiring team reviews applications as they are received, considering suitability for the role. Strong candidates will be contacted directly to discuss next steps. This posting will remain up until the position has been filled.
Please be sure to fully answer the application's supplemental questions to ensure 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 within 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 experiencing disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and/or receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].
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