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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

If you are interested in joining the RAPRD team? We would love to hear from you! Check out our current job openings listed below. Please submit a completed application along with required certifications and your resume via email or in person at RAPRD's business office in the Cascade Swim Center at 465 SW Rimrock Way, Redmond, OR 97756.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

If you are interested in joining the RAPRD team, we would love to hear from you! Check out our current job openings listed below.

RAPRD employees contribute to a successful work group and foster a team-oriented culture through positive interactions, active listening, meaningful collaborations, and constructive exchange of ideas designed to meet or exceed the District’s strategic goals.

If you are interested in applying for any open positions, please submit a completed, signed application (application form available by clicking here or at the bottom of this page) along with required certification and resume (optional) to Beth Asigri, beth.asigri@raprd.org. As well, you are welcomed to submit your application in person at the RAPRD's business office (Cascade Swim Center).

Assistant Executive Director

The Assistant Executive Director will plan, manage, coordinate and participate in providing a comprehensive program of recreation, sports and leisure activities for the community. Duties include managing and evaluating programs, projects, and staff. Additionally, this position oversees the daily operations for the Community Recreation Center. The Assistant Executive Director assumes the duties of the Executive Director in their absence. This is a supervisory management position which requires a working knowledge of recreation program principles in conjunction with a developed managerial experience.

Essential Administration Duties and Responsibilities include and are not limited to:

Assisting the Executive Director and the Board of Directors with developing and implementing goals and objectives for recreation services.
Overseeing the work of a team of regular full-time recreational professionals.
Overseeing the operations of the Community Recreation Center
Participate in developing recreation program and facility budgets, administering and overseeing the results.
Assists with preparing applications for various grants and administer approved grants.
Participate and coordinate with various non-profit organizations in offering programs and services.

For the full job description and compilation of Responsibilities, please contact the Human Resources Department.

Qualification Requirements:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, recreation management or equivalent experience; intermediate skills in mathematics, written and verbal communication, computer operations and knowledge of computer programs.
3-5 years of developed and successful managerial skills
The ability to foster a team-oriented culture through positive interactions, active listening, meaningful collaborations, and constructive exchange of ideas designed to meet or exceed the District’s strategic goals.

Special Requirements/Licenses:

Possession of CPR/PR and Advanced First Aid certifications issued by the American Red Cross (obtain within 60 days of employment). Optional: Lifeguard Instructor Training Certification

Salary: $55,057 - $65,100/annually to start depending on experience

Working Hours: This position is Full-time and Exempt.

Application Deadline: May 19, 2025

Receptionist/Customer Support Specialist - Centennial Park Kiosk

The Customer Support Specialist is the first line, in person contact for District customers at the Centennial Park Kiosk. The ideal candidate enjoys meeting and serving people.

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

Willingness to interact with the general public,
Using computer skills to sell concessions and create records,
Handling conflicts with patrons, as needed,
Doing water checks, and
Cleaning the patio area.

Computer skills, cash handling skills, janitorial upkeep of the kiosk area, and emergency care as required are all a part of this position. Possession of CPR/PR certificate and Advanced First Aid certificate issued by American Red Cross must be obtained within 30 days.

Please submit a completed, signed application (application form at the bottom of this page) along with required certification and resume (optional) to Beth Asigri, email beth.asigri@raprd.org. As well, you are welcomed to submit your application in person at the RAPRD's business office (Cascade Swim Center).

Application Deadline: Open until Filled

Position Available: 5/15/2023 through Labor Day. This is a seasonal position.

Hours: Approximately 25/week

Wages: $14.75 hourly

Lifeguard Opener

Under minimal Supervision the Lifeguard Opener ensures the safety of patrons at Cascade Swim Center by preventing and responding to emergencies, participating in daily lifeguarding operations. Performing rescues and in all work activities; performs a variety of tasks relative to the assigned area of responsibility. This position is 65% Lifeguarding and Instructing, 20% customer Service, 10% janitorial and 5% water chemistry checks.

Education and industry exposure minimums include:

12 months lifeguarding and swim instruction experience required

possession of CP/AEDR certificate / Advanced First Aid Certificate issued by American Red Cross
possession of Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate

Minimum age requirement: 18

Wages: $15.50 - $19.00 per hour depending on certifications and experience

This position is part-time, year-round; hours are typically 4.30am to 9am

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Lead Lifeguard

Education and industry exposure minimums include:

12 months lifeguarding and swim instruction experience required

possession of CP/AEDR certificate / Advanced First Aid Certificate issued by American Red Cross
possession of Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate

Minimum age requirement: 16

Wages: $16.25 - $17.25 and up per hour depending on certifications

This position is part-time, year-round

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Lifeguard/Swim Instructor

RAPRD is accepting applications for the Cascade Swim Center lifeguards/swim instructors.

Education and industry exposure minimums include:

recent lifeguarding experience preferred

possession of CP/AEDR certificate / Advanced First Aid Certificate issued by American Red Cross
possession of Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate

Minimum age requirement: 14

Wages: $14.25/hour (This is an entry level position)

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Aquatic Wellness Instructors

Have you always wanted to help people be healthy and happy? Do you want to be part of an amazing team of fitness professionals providing wellness opportunities in our community? RAPRD has openings for you to join our fantastic Aquatic Wellness Team. Aquatic Wellness instructors are responsible for overseeing the safety of water aerobics patrons while instructing a dynamic, safe and constructive hour long water fitness class. The instructor is expected to maintain a high level of motivation in classes while exhibiting friendly, kind, energetic, outgoing, and enthusiastic qualities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:

Conducting prepared water aerobics classes that offer challenging and educational routines and assists patrons with health and fitness goals; continues to grow in knowledge of fitness and exercise related topics; and always maintains a high level of motivation and enthusiasm.
Plans for each class and comes prepared with a routine and a back-up routine; adapt the routine as necessary to the needs of the patrons including adaptations to music, choreography, equipment, modality intensity and directionality.
For the Aquatic Program: you will record and maintain attendance records; observes and monitors participants during the workout; sets up facility, equipment, stores equipment and secures facility upon completion of class; enforces aquatic rules and policies.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Minimum of one year water aerobics experience or equivalent; possession of CPR/PR certificate of Advanced First Aid issued by the American Red Cross; possession of current AEA, Personal Trainer or Group Fitness certification preferred but not required to start the job.

Minimum Age Requirement: 18

Wages: $16.00 and up per hour depending on certifications

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Receptionist/Customer Support Specialist

The Customer Support Specialist is the first-line contact for District customers through the telephone, email and in person. The ideal candidate has exceptional communication and organizational skills with special attention to detail and accuracy.

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

Willingness to interact with the general public,
Effectively communicating program and facility information, rules and regulations,
Effectively registering customers for programs,
Handles conflicts with patrons, as needed,
Cash handling and cash till balancing, and
Works the Kiosk in Centennial Park during the summer months.

Computer skills, filing, janitorial upkeep of the office area, and emergency care as required are all a part of this position. This position reports to the Administrative Services Manager. Possession of CPR/PR certificate and Advanced First Aid certificate issued by American Red Cross must be obtained within 30 days.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Position Available: 4/17/2024

Hours: This is a part-time position of usually 10-15 hours, nights and weekends. During Kiosk hours of

operation hours can increase to 25 or more and with some day shifts available.

Wages: $14.75 - $15.50 hourly, depending on experience.

Certified Fitness Instructor

RAPRD is currently accepting applications for a Certified Fitness Instructor for Group Exercise Programs. Fitness Instructor is responsible for teaching low impact formatted classes and/or specific weight training classes, supervising class participants and leading instructional sessions. General Group Fitness certification required. Experience teaching is preferred. Music cueing experience is preferred.

Minimum age requirement: 18

Wages: $19.50 and up per hour depending on certifications

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Sports Referee

Sports Referees are responsible for providing officiating services to specific sports competitions and providing an atmosphere of fun in a competitive, yet safe, environment. Sports Referees are responsible for making immediate decisions based on program needs following district policy and procedures.

Qualifications and requirements for referees include:

Considerable knowledge of playing rules and regulations of specific sport required to do the job
Safety guidelines related to assignment
Possession of CPR/PR certificate and Advanced First Aid certificate issued by American Red Cross (must be obtained within 30 days of employment).

Minimum age requirement: 14

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

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