Top 49 Recreation Jobs in Portland Or

Recreation Employment - Sports League Official (Ages 15+)
City of Portland, OR —Portland, OR
- $33.50 - $40.12 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- High school
- No experience needed
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Recreation Employment - Sports League Event Hosts (Ages 18+)
City of Portland, OR —Portland, OR
- $20.59 - $26.03 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Travel
- Entry level
- Paid training
- Health insurance
13d
Recreation Employment – Inclusive Recreation (Ages 18+)
City of Portland, OR —Portland, OR
- $19.61 - $22.88 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- 18 years or older
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- English
- Paid training
- Health insurance
Parks Project Specialist
City of Hillsboro Oregon —Hillsboro, OR
- $78,554 - $103,372 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
13d
Middle School Program Support: Athletics & Recreation
Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District —Cedar Hills, OR
- $27.84 - $31.38 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- Management
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
NCPRD Recreation Services Division Director
Clackamas County —Oregon City, OR
- $57.50 - $77.63 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- BLS Certification
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Aquatic Program Assistant II
Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District —Beaverton, OR
- $62,156.64 - $84,583.20 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- Wellness program
- Paid jury duty
Inclusion Assistants
Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District —Beaverton, OR
- $22.90 - $25.82 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Clean driving record
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Babysitting & Home Alone Instructor
Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District —Cedar Hills, OR
- $21.81 - $29.89 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Preschool Teacher/Co-Teacher/Aide
Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District —Beaverton, OR
- $18.84 - $31.38 an hour
- Part-time
- Management
- Preschool
- Entry level
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Sports and Recreation Coordinator
Pier 360 —Vancouver, WA
- $22 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Leadership
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Weekend Youth Programs Attendant
Multnomah Athletic Club —Portland, OR
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Adults
- First Aid Certification
- Free parking
- Health insurance
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Afterschool Program Assistant Directors and Directors - THRIVE
Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District —Beaverton, OR
- $22.90 - $25.56 an hour
- Part-time
- Mentoring
- Visual & Performing Arts
- Leadership
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Parks Maintenance Worker - Seasonal
City of Hillsboro Oregon —Hillsboro, OR
- $26.64 an hour
- Seasonal
- 18 years or older
- Spanish
- Clean driving record
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
2d
Resident Support Specialist (Residential Mental Health)
The Northwest Regional Re-entry Center —Portland, OR
- From $27.44 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Writing skills
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
Quick Apply
6d
Garden Home Instructor
Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District —Garden Home, OR
- $19.78 - $24.59 an hour
- Part-time
- 16+ years old
- 1 year
- Leadership
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
12d
NCPRD Sports & Recreation Shift Coordinator
North Clackamas Parks and Recreation District —Portland, OR
- $20.94 - $26.31 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
- Databases
- Employee assistance program
Quick Apply
4d
Recreational Cannabis Sales Consultant
Oregon Roots Inc. —Banks, OR
- $45,000 - $100,000 a year
- Overtime
- Driver's License
- 21 years or older
- Travel
- Paid holidays
- 401(k)
Quick Apply
Park Host
COLUMBIA COUNTY —Saint Helens, OR
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
9d
Activities Assistant
Marquis Companies —Tualatin, OR
- Part-time
- Skilled nursing facility
- Bachelor's degree
- EMR systems
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance

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Recreation Employment - Sports League Official (Ages 15+)

City of Portland, OR -
Portland, OR

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Job Details

Part-time
$33.50 - $40.12 an hour
13 days ago

Benefits

Paid training
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible schedule
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Sports rule interpretation
Customer service problem-solving

Full Job Description

The Position

Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is hiring people for part-time, year-round jobs in the Recreation Division!

Parks Activities Specialist Jobs:

Sports Official (15+)
Lead Attendant: Event Host (18+)

Parks Activities Specialist Pay:

The training pay is $19.61 for all Parks Activities Specialist jobs
Sports Official base pay is $33.50 or $38.95 (wage determined by grade level of officiating)
Lead Official base pay is $38.95 ($40.12 for hours training and scheduling other staff)

Recreation Associate Union:
These positions are not represented by a Union.

Position Summary

Portland Parks and Recreation is seeking basketball Sports Officials ages 15 or older, for our 2026-2027 youth sports leagues. On-court training teaches basic skills in officiating- no experience necessary! All Sports League Officials are required to complete Portland Parks and Recreations Sports Officials Training Certification Program. The training is seven weeks on Saturdays from 8:45am-12:00pm mid-October - December, two live game training Jamborees, and a post-season training in March.

Sports League Staff are responsible for officiating the games in a safe and professional manner. Applicants must demonstrate leadership, teamwork, and show active participation and enthusiasm on the court while serving as a positive role model to all participants and other staff. New Sports Officials will not be paid for training until the hiring process is complete.

Saturday Youth Basketball Season: January 9, 2027–mid-March 2027.

Note: This job is open for a long time. Applicants will be contacted when positions become available. Early applications are encouraged. Applications submitted by September 21st will be guaranteed an invitation to an interview. Applications submitted by September 21st will be guaranteed an invitation to an interview. Applications submitted after September 21st, will only be invited to an interview on an as needed basis.

Job Type: Casual, Part-time. This job posting is for several positions, which are classified by the City of Portland as Parks Activities Specialists.

Schedule: 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.

Locations: At various locations across Portland.

Benefits: This job has limited benefits. Click the Benefits tab for more information.

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.

Have a question?

Loan Tran Polanco, Recruiter

Bureau of Human Resources
[email protected]

To Qualify

The following minimum qualifications required for these positions are:

1. Ability to promote a welcoming and friendly atmosphere.

2. General knowledge of assigned recreation area.

3. Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups of people.

4. Ability to recognize and respond to safety and emergency situations.

5. Ability to problem-solve and respond to customer concerns.

Basic Requirements:

Basic understanding of the sport they are officiating.
Ability to run to keep up with the pace of the play.
Ability to work with diverse populations and coworkers.
Some positions may require First Aid/CPR and/or other certifications.

The Recruitment Process

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 August 10, 2026 – November 02, 2026.

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.

Additional Information

Parks Activities Specialist - Sports League Staff

Position/s: Sports League Staff

The Sports League Staff are responsible for officiating games in a safe and professional manner. Applicants must demonstrate leadership, teamwork, and show active participation and enthusiasm on the court while serving as a positive role model to all participants and other staff.

Ages:

Sports Official (Must be at least 15 years old)

Lead Sports Official (Must be at least 18 years old)

Pay Range (new employees start at the entry hourly rate):

Sports Official base pay is $33.50 or $38.95 (wage determined by grade level of officiating)

Lead Official base pay is $38.95 ($40.12 for hours training and scheduling other staff)

Training Pay: Training pay is $19.61for all Sports League Staff positions.

Sports League Staff-Sports Official

Sports Officials are responsible for ensuring game safety and knowledge of the specific sport rules and supplemental rules as provided by Portland Parks and Recreation. Sports Officials must be able to communicate effectively with our Lead Officials, Event Hosts, and the public. Show active participation and enthusiasm on the court while serving as a positive role model to all participants and other staff.

Locations: Must be able to travel from site to site of the assigned area.

Shift Range: Saturdays 8:30am- 4:30pm

Sports League Staff: Lead Official

Lead Officials are responsible for planning, coordinating, and conducting on-court trainings for Sports Officials. Must have knowledge of current league rules and of the National High School Federation (NHFS) rules. Prior experience mentoring officials is preferred. Ability to schedule officials and assign games in scheduling software, such as RefTown. You must be able to handle conflicts, cancelations and respond to quick game day situations. Lead Officials must be able to provide excellent customer service while working with staff, coaches, parents, and players.

Locations: This position requires traveling to trainings, staff meetings and game sites.

Shift Range: Saturdays 8:30am- 4:30pm.

Click here for additional information regarding the following:

City of Portland Core Values
Recruitment Process – Work Status
Equal Employment Opportunity
Veteran Preference
ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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