Recreation Leader

Play, Plan, and Grow at the Newport Recreation Center! Bring your creativity, energy, and love for community programs to our Recreation team. This role supports the planning, hosting, promotion, and evaluation of classes, activities, and special events. Every day brings something new, from helping families register for programs to creating marketing content to leading activities for kids and adults. What You Will Do

• Support the Recreation Program Specialist and team with planning, promoting, and delivering programs and events, specifically preschool through teen leadership programs
• Design and distribute marketing materials that highlight programs and events using social media, Canva, and other graphic design
• Teach or lead activities based on assignment and department needs.
• Promote safe and healthy recreation experiences for participants of all ages.
• Share feedback on programs and immediately report issues or concerns to the Recreation Superintendent or designated staff.
• Contribute ideas for new recreation programs and assist with implementing facility rentals and birthday party packages.
• Support teen programming and help supervise the Teen Room.
• Track attendance and maintain accurate records of activities.
• Provide excellent customer service to a wide range of participants and visitors.

Applications received by June 24, 2026, will receive initial review, but the position will remain open until filled.

JOB QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM/MANDATORY

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the duties as described. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and experience would be: A high school diploma or equivalency AND six months' experience in childcare or related experience.

KNOWLEDGE

: Knowledge of principles, terminology, techniques, methods, supplies and equipment, basic rules and skills involved in a variety of children's activities. Knowledge of the philosophy, and objectives of the childcare, and the purpose, use, and benefit of various elements of specific programs available during childcare. Methods and techniques for record keeping and filing.

SKILLS :

Skill in the use of childcare equipment. Strong time management, organization, and prioritization skills. Customer Service orientation and skills. Effective conflict resolution, and leadership; exceptional interpersonal skills, strong oral and written communications skills with a variety of audiences; Strong reasoning, and problem solving skills combined with excellent judgment and professionalism. Strong math skills.

ABILITIES

: Ability to establish and maintain an effective and professional working relationship with City management, employees, Council members, other entities, parents, and the general public. Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both orally and in writing, with individual and groups. Ability to organize, engage and motivate youth activities, display customer service techniques to deal courteously with program participants, and to solve minor problems. Position is a frontline Mandatory Reporter position and must have the ability to communicate with DHS or other agencies with any related issues. Understand, interpret, and apply general administrative, City and departmental policies and procedures. Ability to multi-task and to work with frequent interruptions. Use sound judgment in following and applying appropriate laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Make accurate arithmetic calculations. Understand and follow instructions. Ability to honor the confidentiality required of this position. Physical ability to perform the essential job functions. Ability to work a flexible schedule.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

: Valid Oregon Driver's License at time of hire. Certification in Infant, Child CPR, and First Aid within 3 months of hire Adult CPR and AED within 6 months of hire. Oregon Food Handler's License within 2 weeks of hire.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

: Education or training in child care. Education or training in child psychology or child behavior.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF POSITION

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, kneel, stoop, communicate, reach, and manipulate objects. The position requires mobility including the ability to frequently lift or move materials up to twenty-five pounds and rarely lift or move materials over sixty pounds. The position may require the ability to operate a motorized vehicle. Manual dexterity and coordination are required approximately 30% of the time to operate equipment such as computers, keyboards, telephones, standard office equipment, and recreational equipment. The position requires the mobility to interact with and use Parks and Recreation equipment. The position risks harm from physical hazards, including biohazards and obstacles in the work area.

WORKING CONDITIONS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work location may be indoors where most of work period occurs in a childcare center, gymnasium, swimming pool or other recreation facility. Work may also occur outdoors with exposure to all types of weather.

All applications for this position must be submitted via our online application system at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofnewport Only complete applications will be considered and application review will continue until position is filled. Please do not fax, mail or e-mail any documentation. You will receive a confirmation email when your application has been successfully submitted. The City of Newport is an EEO employer and veteran's preference provider. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law. All offers of employment are subject to successful completion of a background check, reference checking, and in the case of safety sensitive positions, drug and alcohol testing. The City of Newport follows Oregon law regarding Veterans' Preference in Public Employment. If you are requesting Veterans' Preference, you must complete the Veteran's Preference Form and attach a copy of your

DD214 / DD215.

If you are a disabled veteran, you must also include a copy of your Veteran's Administration benefit summary/award letter with your application.