About the City of Portland Parks, Recreation and Facilities Department:
The Portland Parks, Recreation, and Facilities Department is comprised of 160 full-time and over 250 seasonal staff dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Portland, Maine. They achieve this by operating cultural venues, running community programs (including Before and After School, Swim Lessons, and Senior Adult programs), and maintaining public buildings, waterfront infrastructure, 70 parks, 40+ miles of trails, 13 cemeteries, and 30 playgrounds. Their diverse team, including Park Maintainers, Lifeguards, Event Managers, Horticulturalists, and many others, works collaboratively to provide spaces and opportunities for social connection, recreation, and community development.
About the Program:
Our Community Center Recreation Program is designed to actively involve and stimulate children, providing time and space to explore and grow. With a variety of group and individual activities, our program focuses on character development, physical fitness, health and wellness, reading, and of course, fun!
Job Summary:
Portland Recreation is seeking a Community Center site staff to join our Recreation programs, which offers exciting and enriching activities for all levels! Whether it's helping run a youth clinic, working the scoreboard or refereeing basketball, overseeing a Community Center Site for rentals or drop in programs, we have plenty of opportunities.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Required Skills & Experience:
Preferred Skills & Experience:
Expected Hours/Schedule:
Hours of work vary based on the duration of the program. Many programs run during the week in the evening, or weekends.
Applications accepted until filled
Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.
Salary & Benefits:
This is a union position, CEBA Grade 9, with a starting pay range of $22.44-$25.22 per hour, based on relevant years of experience.
For more information about compensation with the City of Portland, please refer to the union specific pay plans and agreements.
The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment.
City benefits include:
If you have any questions or need assistance with the application, please email Human Resources at jobs@portlandmaine.gov or call 207-874-8624.
The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email hrinfo@portlandmaine.gov.
Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Group : CEBA
Job Family : PARKS & RECREATION
Posting Start : 09/11/2026
Posting End : 12/31/9999