Recreation Specialist

City of Central Point • Central Point, OR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Central Point Recreation Division is hiring a full-time Recreation Specialist to provide friendly customer service and administrative support for recreation programs and facility bookings. Work hours may vary slightly, and schedules may change to meet Community Center staffing needs. The employee will be assigned to one of two shifts: Tuesday–Saturday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., or Tuesday–Saturday, 12:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.

The position requires work outside regular business hours, including Saturdays, and may include evenings, holidays, and special events. From April through October, 50% of work hours will be during weekends or evenings. Required event attendance includes the 4th of July, Made in Southern Oregon, and the Community Christmas Lights Parade; attendance may also be required at other events and classes, including Movies in the Park, recreation programs, and community events.

The anticipated start date is January 4, 2027, and may be earlier. Employment offers are conditional on successful criminal background and drug screening, an acceptable driving record, education verification, and reference checks. The employee must be enrolled in the Central Background Registry (CBR) or become actively enrolled upon hire.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills at a 12th-grade level.
• At least two years of related experience, or a satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience that ensures the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the work.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record at hire.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification within 30 days of hire.
• Availability to work outside regular business hours, including Saturdays; evenings, holidays, and special events may also be required.
• Must be enrolled in the Central Background Registry (CBR) or become actively enrolled upon hire.
• Must successfully complete a criminal background check, drug screening, education verification, and reference checks; must also have an acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree in recreation, early childhood education, or a related field.
• Additional certifications, education, or bilingual ability may qualify for incentive pay, subject to the collective bargaining agreement and eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and administrative support for the Recreation team.
• Support facility bookings and help keep recreation programs running smoothly.
• Attend required community events, including the 4th of July, Made in Southern Oregon, and the Community Christmas Lights Parade.
• Attend other events and classes as required, potentially including Movies in the Park, recreation programs, and community events.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance through Regence; the employee pays 10% of the total premium, with the stated 2026 employee portion at $191.12 per month.
• Health Reimbursement Account with a City-paid contribution of $145 per month.
• Oregon PERS retirement, fully paid by the City.
• 14 paid holidays.
• Vacation starting at 80 hours per year.
• 96 hours of sick leave.
• Additional City-paid and voluntary benefits are available.
• Incentive pay of up to $450 per month may be available for additional certification, education, or bilingual ability, subject to the collective bargaining agreement and eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED