Salary : $58,075.92 - $84,742.56 AnnuallyLocation : Oregon, ORJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 2024-10-6000FDepartment: Parks and RecreationDivision: RecreationOpening Date: 10/07/2024Closing Date: 10/22/2024 5:00 PM PacificFLSA: Non-ExemptBargaining Unit: LOMEAThe Position The City of Lake Oswego is seeking a high-energy, detail-oriented and creative individual to contribute to the development and implementation of community events, including the Lake Oswego Farmers' Market and other events within the City. This position is represented by the Lake Oswego Municipal Employees' Association/ American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). Key Responsibilities
- Plans, organizes, schedules, implements and presents the Lake Oswego Farmers' Market and other City events. This includes monitoring the day to day operations to ensure smooth and efficient program delivery.
- Develop and maintain courteous, professional and effective working relationships. Individual is responsible for numerous interactions with the public, community groups, City employees, volunteers, and staff. Exceptional customer service is required on a daily basis.
- Represents the Parks & Recreation Department and acts as a liaison between Parks & Recreation Divisions, City Departments, including Fire, Police and Public Affairs.
- Prepare and implement promotional plans. This includes creating press releases, event marketing descriptions, promotional postcards/flyers, website updates, social media marketing, etc. Individual works closely with local newspapers to promote programs.
- Assist in the development of budget recommendations for assigned program areas. Manage assigned budgets without exceeding stipulated expenses. Meet revenue goals and keep thorough records of program budget.
- Ensure events are operated in a safe and efficient manner. Develop traffic and security management plans.
- Solicit and recruit volunteers for the Lake Oswego Farmers' Market and community events.
- Leads and directs the work of part-time employees, vendors, contractors, volunteer organizations and volunteers. Including developing training program for volunteers.
- Collaborate and maintain professional working relationships with event sponsors.
- Prepare contracts, correspondence, grant applications and other written materials.
- Maintain vendor applications and records, including current licensing and insurance.
- Ensure program evaluations are conducted and results are reported. This includes suggesting alternative improvements to programs.
- Evaluate needs and purchase necessary equipment and supplies.
Education and Experience Requirements Recreation Specialist I - Aquatics: $58,075 - $74,134 / Annually At least one year of event management experience and two years of higher education or certification in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Recreation Specialist II - Aquatics: $66,437 - $84,742 / Annually At least four years of event management experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. The ideal candidate will be a strong leader and have a passion for the community. Successful candidates will be organized and have the skill set to balance numerous tasks and responsibilities for multiple events at one time. It's also imperative that the recreation Specialist is an effective and collaborative communicator that is capable of creating positive professional relationships based on trust and accountability. This includes confidence interacting with the public. Addition skills and abilities required:
- Calm and personable under pressure.
- Ability to multi-task and creatively problem solve.
- Proficient computer skills, including experience in Microsoft Works, Adobe, Excel, and Outlook. Some graphic design experience preferred.
- CPR/First Aid Certified.
- Must be willing and able to work weekend, evening and some holiday work scheduled shifts and to manage hours to not exceed a 40 hour work week.
- Physical and other requirements: Job is very active. Must be comfortable walking and carrying/lifting up to 25 pounds of force.
For a complete list of the essential duties, knowledge, skills and abilities required, and physical and mental demands please review the complete job description at Supplemental Information Application Process: You may visit our web site at to access the online application process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application. The City application must be submitted to by: 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, October 22, 2024 The City of Lake Oswego is committed to fostering a workplace where new ideas and diverse perspectives are valued. This involves hiring a workforce that reflects a variety of skills, expertise, and life experience, including those who may come from a non-traditional background. We will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience that meet the minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role. The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state, or local law. As part of our commitment, The City of Lake Oswego will ensure that persons with disabilities are offered reasonable accommodations. Please email your accommodation request to before the application deadline.SUMMARY OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITSAFSCME / Lake Oswego Municipal Employees' Association (LOMEA)The following material is a brief summary of each benefit and does not replace or supersede any provisions of the insurance contracts.MEDICAL INSURANCEYou may choose between a traditional indemnity plan or a health maintenance organization (HMO) plan. Coverage includes you and your dependents. Each plan includes a vision and prescription drug benefit.Under the indemnity plan, Aetna Medical, once the participating provider out-of-pocket limit has been met, this plan will pay 100% of covered charges for participating and network not available providers. If you select Aetna Medical, your vision benefit will be provided by VSP Well Vision.The HMO plan, Kaiser Permanente, guarantees delivery of necessary health services, which is provided exclusively by their own providers. DENTAL INSURANCEThe City provides a choice of comprehensive coverage through Moda Health (Delta Dental) and Kaiser Permanente. With your choice, you will have access to a plan that includes preventive, routine and major dental care, as well as orthodontic benefits (for child dependents only). LIFE INSURANCEThe City pays for your basic life insurance in the amount of $50,000, and accidental death and dismemberment in the amount of $50,000. You can choose to purchase supplemental life insurance for you and/or your spouse in increments of $10,000. You may also purchase life insurance in the amount of $2,000 for each eligible dependent at minimal cost. (Standard Life Insurance Company).LONG TERM DISABILITY INSURANCEThe City provides you with a long-term disability (LTD) insurance plan which guarantees that you will receive 60% of your salary, up to $4,000, following a 90-day waiting period. (Standard Life Insurance Company).WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCEYou are provided workers' compensation insurance in accordance with Oregon Revised Statutes. PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEMS (PERS)The City of Lake Oswego is a member of the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Benefits paid by PERS are funded from two sources:
- member contributions* paid on your behalf by the City; and
- employer contributions*.
(*Contributions are made six months after employment unless you are currently a member of PERS). You become vested with PERS when contributions have been made in each of five calendar years.EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAMYou and your family can receive up to six (6) free confidential counseling sessions per incident per year, as well as other benefits, such as free legal consultation and first time home owner assistance. EAP coverage is provided by uprisehealth.VOLUNTARY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS ACCOUNT (VEBA)The City has established a Voluntary Employee Benefits Account (VEBA) to be used for medical expenses pre and post retirement. The City will contribute a dollar amount into your account as specified with the terms of the LOMEA collective bargaining agreement as authorized by IRS Code 501(c)(9). Additional information available in Human Resources.OPTIONAL BENEFITSDeferred Compensation - The City offers a deferred compensation plan through MissionSquare Retirement. Your participation in this plan is voluntary, and you will need to make the contributions to the plan(s).
Flexible Spending Account - The City offers a Flexible Spending Account Program after your have been employed with the City for six months. FSA's allow eligible employees to pay for non-covered health related expenses and child care expenses with tax-free income. In addition, you may use the FSA Premium Only Account to help cover the cost of your portion of the City's medical and dental insurance premiums. You do not need to wait six months to participate in the premium only portion.HOLIDAYSThe City of Lake Oswego recognizes the following paid holidays during the calendar year.1. Four hours New Years Eve*2 New Year's Day3. Martin Luther King's Birthday4. President's Day 5. Independence Day6. Labor Day7. Memorial Day8. Veteran's Day9. Thanksgiving Day10. The Friday Following Thanksgiving Day11. Four Hours Christmas Eve*12. Christmas Day13. Personal Holiday14. Juneteenth*When Christmas Eve or New Year's Eve falls on Monday through Friday. Employees who are scheduled to work during the day holiday shall be credited with four (4) hours of Holiday Pay.VACATIONPaid vacation time accrues on a yearly basis as follows: 0-3 years: 12 days (8 hrs per month)4-9 years 16.5 days (11 hrs per month)10-15 years 21.5 days (14.33 hrs per month)16-19 years 23.5 days (15.66 hrs per month)20+ 25 days (16.67 hrs per month)Vacation may be accrued to a maximum of two years with the approval of your supervisor.SICK LEAVESick leave accrues on a monthly basis at a rate of eight hours per each month worked. Sick leave may be used when you are unable to work due to illness or injury, or to attend a member of the immediate family when they are sick or injured. (Immediate family is defined as spouse, children, mother, father, sister, brother, or other relative residing in your household. Sick leave may be accumulated to 135 days. Anything over 135 days will be transferred to employees VEBA account.