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Pavilion Recreation Facility Shift Lead

4/25/2026

The Shift Lead oversees daily recreation facility operations, including managing staff, programs, and technical equipment like pools and ice rinks. They are responsible for ensuring health and safety standards, handling public inquiries, and leading emergency response protocols.

Salary

25.89 - 29.51 USD

Working Hours

18 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Bend Park & Recreation District maintains and operates more than 2,700+ acres of developed and undeveloped parkland. That includes 81 parks/open spaces and 65 miles of trail. We offer over 1,000 recreation programs for all ages and abilities throughout the area and at the Juniper Swim & Fitness Center, The Pavilion and the Bend Senior Center. We also hold several community events including the July 4th Festival & Pet Parade and Days of Play. Bend Park & Recreation District is a special tax district, separate from the City of Bend. It is governed by a five member, elected Board of Directors and managed by an Executive Director. In 2006, Bend Park & Recreation District received the National Gold Medal Award for excellence in Park and Recreation management. This award is given to the best park and recreation agency in the nation for its population category. We continually strive to set the standard nationwide for exceptional and sustainable park and recreation services.
About the Role

Description

Benefit Type: non benefited

Benefits Available: For a full description of our benefits, please click here.


About the job:

The Pavilion Recreation Facility Shift Lead is responsible for leading and directing staff, programs and operations at a recreation facility during assigned shifts ensuring that standards and procedures are consistently maintained.


A day in the life:

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Oversees the ongoing operations of recreation facility including multiple staff, programs and uses.
  • Provides leadership to all front-line staff working during hours on duty, including directing and assigning work, adjusting work schedules, coaching and providing input on employee performance.
  • Provides ongoing leadership and support to assigned program area(s) which may include training, mentoring, scheduling, directing, assigning and work. Assists supervisor in hiring staff.
  • Adjusts facility schedule and operations to respond to a variety of conditions, including program needs, user load, safety, budget, and environmental conditions. Makes recommendations regarding staffing levels and facility scheduling.
  • Oversees recreation facility operations during assigned shifts, including technical operations such as swimming pools and ice rinks; opens and closes facility; ensures that health and safety standards are maintained; reports maintenance issues.
  • Provides for safety of participants and staff, including implementing risk management practices across multiple staff levels and programs.
  • Addresses public questions and concerns regarding facilities and programs in a positive and constructive manner.
  • Serves as the on-site lead of the Emergency Action Plan, managing response according protocols.
  • Acts as a Mandatory Reports; reports incidents of child abuse/neglect.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.


Schedule:

Saturdays: 12:00pm-10:30pm (10 hour shift)

Sundays: 2:00pm-10:00pm (6- 8 hour shift until mid July, then only occasional Sunday shifts due to events)

Some opportunities for other hours to cover when staff are out.

Requirements

What you'll need for success:

Strong Knowledge of:

  •  Operations, functions and standards for assignment including programming, facility operations, and risk management;
  •  Effective customer service; and
  •  Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures for assignment.

Skill and Ability to:

  •  Lead, motivate and direct others;
  •  Exercise substantial initiative and decision making;
  •  Demonstrate organizational, planning and problem-solving skills;
  •  Multitask, including organizing and prioritizing own work and the work of others;
  •  Show high attention to detail;
  •  Effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing, including by phone, e-mail or in person;
  •  Navigate conversations with upset people, de-escalate or diffuse difficult situations, encourages compliance through education;
  •  Work cooperatively with others and create a positive, constructive, and respectful relationship with staff and the general public;
  •  Operate computer programs as well as staying current with new programs and operate common office equipment; and
  •  Work independently with minimum direction while also working as part of a team and collaborating with others.

What we're looking for:

Education, Experience, and Training:

  1. High school diploma or equivalent; two years of college courses in recreation or related field preferred; AND
  2. Two (2) years of experience working in a recreation facility or relevant experience with at least one (1) year team lead experience; OR
  3. Any satisfactory combination of education, experience and training.

License and Certifications:

  1. Positions in this classification are required to have basic first aid and CPR training and certification.
  2. Other specialty licenses and certifications may be required depending on facility and program assignment.

Supervision Received 

Reports directly to a Recreation Facility Supervisor. Follows standard processes and procedures without supervision but confirms changes to standard practices and significant decisions in advance.


Supervision Exercised 

Provides ongoing leadership and direction to all staff working assigned shifts, which may include directing and assigning work, adjusting work schedules, training, coaching and providing recommendations on evaluating performance and developing goals.


Working Conditions:

The following are working conditions, including environmental and physical demands, required for this classification.

  • Depending on facility, duties may be performed either indoors or outdoors, which may include working in extreme weather conditions.
  • Work schedule is varied and includes early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Physical exertion includes frequent walking, bending, and the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted, pushing, pulling and kneeling.
  • The flow of work and character of duties involve normal mental and visual attention much or all of the time.
  • Ability to work and maintain focus in a work environment with moderate noise (i.e., working around others making periodic phone calls or having conversations) and with frequent interruptions.
  • Work includes extensive exposure and contact with staff and public, which may cause exposure to illness.
  • Ability to maintain sustained concentration on computer screens and a variety of peripherals; manual dexterity and daily precise control of fingers and movements while operating keyboard, mobile devices, telephone and standard office equipment.

Selection Process:

Applicants are screened based upon their relevant knowledge, abilities, skills, experience, and training. An offer of employment is contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by Bend Park & Recreation District policies, including a background check and a driving history review when driving is required for position.


Veteran Preference Status

Under Oregon law, veterans who meet minimum qualifications for a position may be eligible for employment preference. To qualify for veterans’ preference, you must submit required documentation prior to the closing date of the recruitment. Veterans’ preference cannot be awarded without required documentation. Beginning January 1, 2026, certain preferences will also apply to current and former members of the Oregon National Guard. For more information on if you qualify for veterans’ preference visit   https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/pages/veterans-preference.aspx 


Application consideration and wage calculation:

To be considered for this position, applicants must have a complete online application. Your application materials and any submitted responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation. Incomplete information may result in disqualification and/or affect your starting wage.


Equal Employment Opportunity:

Bend Park and Recreation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer


Bend Park & Recreation District Core Competencies:

All positions with Bend Park and Recreation District are subject to district and position competencies. Below is a list of the most critical competencies for this position. Additional competencies are required for the position and may change based on needs. A complete list of the competencies is available from Human Resources


• Accountability • Customer Service Orientation • Safety • Judgment and Decision Making • Teamwork and Cooperation • Results Orientation •



Key Skills
LeadershipStaff ManagementFacility OperationsRisk ManagementCustomer ServiceProblem SolvingDecision MakingCommunicationSchedulingTrainingMentoringEmergency Action PlanningFirst AidCPRConflict De-escalationMultitasking
Categories
Sports & RecreationManagement & LeadershipCustomer Service & SupportGovernment & Public SectorSecurity & Safety
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