The City of Central Point Recreation Division is seeking Full-Time

Recreation Specialist

Application Deadline: 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 25, 2026

See Recruitment Timeline below for more information.

Be the friendly voice behind the fun on our Recreation team! From phone calls to facility bookings, your organization and administrative support help keep our programs running smoothly!

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Availability: This position requires work hours outside of regular business hours which will include Saturdays and may include evenings, holidays, and special events. From April through October, 50% of work hours will be during the weekend or evening. Required event attendance includes 4th of July, Made in Southern Oregon, and Community Christmas Lights Parade. And may include attendance at other events and classes such as Movies in the Park, recreation programs, and other community events.

Experience & Education:

• A High School Diploma or equivalent, basic math, reading and writing at a 12th grade level; and,
• At least two (2) years of related experience in or a satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience determined to ensure the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the work.

Driver's License & Certifications:

• Must have a valid driver's license with acceptable record at hire.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification within 30 days of hire.

Preferred/Special:

• An Associate's degree in recreation, early childhood education or related field.
• Any required certifications or licenses listed are preferred at hire.

Salary: $4,043 - $5,418 per month DOE - Hourly equivalent $23.33 - $31.26

Weekend Work Required. Work hours may vary slightly and schedules are subject to change based on the staffing needs of the Community Center.

Employees will be assigned one of the following shifts:

Shift 1: Tue-Sat from 7:00am – 3:30pm

Shift 2: Tue-Sat from 12:00pm – 8:30pm

Incentive Pay Available: Up to $450 per month for additional Certification, Education or Bilingual ability. Based on current collective bargaining agreement and eligibility.

Refer to the Human Resources section on the City of Central Point website under Labor Agreements: General Services Bargaining Agreement represented by Teamsters Local 223.

BENEFITS PACKAGE:

Medical/Dental/Vision: Regence $150 individual/$450 family deductible plan. Employee pays 10% of the total premium (The employee portion for 2026 is $191.12 per month).

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) City paid Contribution: $145/month.

Retirement: Oregon PERS fully paid by the City.

Paid Time Off: 14 paid holidays, vacation starting at 80 hours/year and 96 hours of sick leave.

Plus, More! Additional City paid and voluntary benefits available – see attached Job Description and Benefits Flyer for more details.

RECRUITMENT TIME LINE

It is our intent to follow this timeline as published. However, dates are subject to change.

All correspondence will be through email. Be sure to check your spam/junk folders.

November 5, 2026 Begin accepting applications

November 25, 2026 Closing Date All application materials due no later than 2:00 p.m.

December 4, 2026 Invitations sent for In-Person Interview/Assessments (check your spam folder)

December 15 & 16 Oral Interviews & Testing (Required to attend In-Person in Central Point, OR)

January 4, 2027 Anticipated start date (may be earlier)

IMPORTANT:

• Applicants must successfully pass each phase of the process to be eligible to participate in the next phase.
• Complete Online applications only – Resumes are NOT Accepted.
• If applying via Indeed or third-party software, ensure all required fields transfer correctly. The City is not responsible for missed deadlines or incomplete applications.
• Correspondence with applicants will be handled via email. Be sure to check your spam/junk folders. Applicants must successfully pass each phase of the process and meet all deadlines, we are not responsible for missed correspondence.
• Veteran's Preference: preference is applied to qualified Veterans as outlined in Oregon statute.

The City reserves the right to select the individual who, in the opinion of the City of Central Point, represents the most appropriate match for the City's needs at the time of selection.

Notes: The City of Central Point reserves the right to re-advertise or to delay indefinitely the filling of a position if it is determined that (1) applicants do not constitute an adequate recruitment pool; (2) candidates within the pool do not fulfill the desired qualifications; (3) the City does not have the necessary funds for the position at the time; or (4) it is for any reason not in the best interest of the City to fill the position.

The City of Central Point is a non-discriminatory, equal-opportunity employer.