Do you enjoy youth and adult recreation along with fun community events? Come join the team at the City of Woodburn where you will get to do just that! We are looking for individual who have a passion for community and an interest in how to serve it. With the City of Woodburn Parks and Recreation you will get the opportunity to be a part of city wide events such as State of Oregon recognized Fiesta Mexicana and Woodburn's Annual 4th of July Celebration.  You will also get the chance to engage with people of all ages in youth and adult recreation activities along with fun trips and classes. Please come and be a part of the amazing team at Woodburn Parks and Recreation!

City of Woodburn is looking for a Recreation Specialist to oversee a variety of recreation activities and assist in the organization and execution of the same.  The work schedule is varied. The successful applicant must have a flexible schedule but generally be able to work evenings and weekends as needed. This is a part-time position. The work hours are limited to 19 hours per week.

Minimum one year college education in recreation, education, or related field, and six months of experience in events planning or special programs, preferably working with recreation programs providing lead work to others, or an equivalent combination of training and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

Other Requirements:

• Must pass the pre-employment background check
• Valid Oregon class C driver's license and ability to meet the City of Woodburn's driving standards
• Must pass Van Safety test prior to starting in the position
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends
• Must have Red Cross CPR/first Aid Standard Certification or ability to obtain with 30 days
• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred. 

Per Oregon Revised Statutes 408.225 and 408.230, the City of Woodburn grants preference in hiring and promotion of veterans and disabled veterans as defined by state law. If you are eligible and wish to claim Veterans' preference points, please indicate so on your application. Please note that you need to submit documentation of your eligibility at the time of your application. 

City of Woodburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer 

Women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply

For AFSCME benefits:

https://www.intranet.woodburn-or.gov/sites/default/files/fileattachments/human_resources/page/12362/afscme_benefit_summary.pdf

For WPA benefits:

https://www.intranet.woodburn-or.gov/sites/default/files/fileattachments/human_resources/page/12363/wpa_benefit_summary.pdf

For Unrepresented benefits:

https://www.intranet.woodburn-or.gov/sites/default/files/fileattachments/human_resources/page/12363/non-rep_benefit_summary_.pdf