Recreation Program Assistant bei City of Eugene, OR

About the Department

Do you love supporting staff in building their skills to be awesome recreation leaders? Do you love community building? Are you highly skilled at getting both youth and adults bought into your fun program ideas? Do you have experience working with teams to put on fun community events? Are you a wizard with calendars, activity plans and trip schedules? Then this may be the job for you! Eugene Recreation is searching for a passionate individual who is excited about making a positive impact in their community through recreation.

Application Deadline: Monday, October 6, 2025 at 5:15 p.m. P.T. 
 Accepting Online Applications Only

Information on How to Apply

Classification: Recreation Program Assistant
Salary: $25.13 - $31.31 hourly / $52,270.40 - $65,124.80 annually

The City of Eugene determines starting pay within the range based on relevant education and experience as provided by the applicant in their application materials. This process is consistent with the Oregon Equal Pay Act (OEPA). 

Department / Division: Library, Recreation, & Cultural Services / Recreation

Union Representation: American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) 

Work Location: Petersen Barn Community Center, 870 Berntzen Rd. and other possible Recreation locations throughout City of Eugene as business needs. 

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. with flexibility per business need. May include an occasional evening or weekend.

Benefits: The City of Eugene offers robust and competitive benefits. For more information, select the Benefits Tab, or view benefits summariesas well as benefits packages. 

Bilingual Pay Benefit: This position qualifies for up to an additional 5% of base salary for bilingual pay. Please see “Supplemental Information” at the end of the posting for more information. 

Living & Working in Eugene:Information about living in Eugene, how the City of Eugene operates, and more can be found on our website. 

Position Duties

• Assists with the implementation of assigned day-to-day recreation program activities. Participates in long range planning and development for recreation programs and events; assists with the development of specific recreation activities and provides suggestions and creative input; and assists with program evaluations.

• Assisting in the marketing of activities and programs which may include designing flyers and using social media to promote interest and enthusiasm in recreation activities at Petersen Barn.
• Schedules recreation classes and program activities at Petersen Barn Community Center. Responsible for providing an activity setting that promotes and encourages inclusion, positive development, and engagement of all participants.
• Support early learning, afterschool and summer camp program and leaders as needed. Will include providing training to staff on current practices, policies and procedures within a team structure.
• Backup for front desk activities, afterschool, summer camp, and early learning programs as needed.
• Drive various vehicles, including a 15 passenger van, to transport participants and equipment between sites.
• Participates and provides input in hiring processes and performance evaluations.
• Respond to emergencies as required, administering first-aid and CPR, and contacting emergency medical authorities immediately.
• Order program supplies, maintains inventory, and monitors expenses for assigned programs.
• Participate in maintaining facilities. 
• Work harmoniously and effectively with various and diverse groups of people including students, their families, school personnel, staff and the public.
• Performs related and other duties as assigned.

To view detailed information on the duties, knowledge, and abilities that may be expected for this position, please see the classification: Recreation Program Assistant

Minimum Qualifications

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes with relevant transferrable skills from a variety of sources and experiences. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role. 

 When screening your application, the City will consider an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to meet minimum qualifications for this position.

Minimum Requirements
Experience
Three years’ experience in recreation programs or closely related. Preference in experience serving youth or families. 
Education
Associate degree in recreation or a related field
Certifications 

First Aid, CPR certifications or ability to acquire within 30 days.

Background

Other Qualifications

Bilingual Pay Benefit 

Per the AFSCME contract, the City shall pay an employee an additional 5% for a required intermediate or advanced level competency. To qualify for bilingual pay, the employee must have demonstrated fluency in the required language and successfully pass a fluency examination administered by the City's Employee Resource Center division. 

What to Expect from our Selection Process 

Applicants are screened based upon their relevant knowledge, abilities, skills, experience, and training. The selection process varies according to the position and can include such things as screening of supplemental questionnaires, written or skill tests, ability or fitness tests, interviews, and assessment processes. In addition, background investigations and records checks may be required. Some positions also require applicants to have a psychological evaluation and/or physical examination and a drug test prior to employment. Marijuana use is evaluated consistent with current state law regulations. PLEASE NOTE: Once the posting closes, the process can take 4-6 weeks to complete.