Job Description

Benefit type: part-time non temporary

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

OPEN UNTIL FILLED- First review of candidates on 4/8/2026

About the job:

Outdoor Adventure Leaders work with youth, primarily in Grades 5 to 9, leading part-day and full-day summer outdoor activities. Previous experience with rock climbing, working with groups of children, driving trailers, and wilderness first aid preferred. Other outdoor skills and passions a plus. Applicants should document in the application materials their range of outdoor skills, experiences, and relevant certifications.

A day in the life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Supervises participants on Rockwall and in outdoor programs, helping to provide for a safe, positive and enjoyable experience.
• Assists in planning, instructing in and leading potentially "high risk" outdoor trips and activities which may include: whitewater rafting, mountain biking, hiking, rock climbing (including setting top-rope anchors and belaying), map and compass, paddle boarding and canoeing.
• Provides environmental education, cultural and natural history interpretation when appropriate.
• Maintains field records, trip reports and accident/incident reports.
• Communicates effectively with public including providing accurate information related to the program and responding to patron and parent questions and concerns.
• Provides logistical support and assists with recommending supplies/gear to purchase as needed.
• Sets up and breaks down equipment and supplies.
• Assists with the general upkeep and care of equipment, vans and facilities used.
• Drives van with trailer transporting participants to various sites.
• Responds to accidents and incidents according to procedures.
• Reports incidents of Child Abuse/Neglect observed by you or reported to you by a child.
• Commits to having FUN and maintaining a positive attitude

Schedule and Hours:

Training days:

6/2 (Van & Trailer)

6/18 (Rockwall Operation), plus optional Adventure Camp trainings throughout June for anyone interested

Program days

6/24-8/21

Wednesdays & Thursdays, 8:30am-12:30pm; Fridays, 9am-12pm.

Requirements

What you’ll need for success:

Strong Knowledge of:

• "High risk" outdoor activities and equipment for which you will be providing instruction and/or supervision;
• effective teaching techniques and age appropriate activities for populations served;
• safety guidelines related to outdoor activities.

Skill and Ability to:

• Demonstrate initiative, exercise independent decision making, plan activities and tasks;
• Provide leadership from within team;
• Lift and set up equipment and supplies;
• Effectively communicate with staff and public, interact with a variety of patrons/participants;
• Actively participate in all activities;
• Establish and maintain positive, respectful and cooperative relationships with all contacts.

Education, Experience, and Training:

1. Must be a minimum of 16 years of age; AND
2. Currently attending high school; AND
3. Some previous work, training/certification or volunteer experience related to position; OR
4. Any satisfactory combination of education, experience and training

Preferences

1. Familiar with the outdoor recreation scene in the Central Oregon region.

License and Certifications:

1. First Aid/CPR (training offered). Wilderness First Aid or WFR certification a plus.
2. Possession of, or ability to obtain valid Oregon driver’s license within 30 days with an acceptable driving history as defined by district driving policy.
3. 3 years of driving history and an acceptable driving history. Experience pulling trailers a plus.

Supervisory Received:

Works under the general supervision of the Outdoor Program Supervisor. May receive routine (daily/weekly) direction from Recreation TEAM Lead.

Supervision Exercised:

Potential leadership and direction provided to Recreation Leader Aide staff and volunteers.

Working Conditions

• Duties may be performed either indoors or outdoors, which may include working in extreme weather conditions.
• Work schedule is varied and may require evenings, weekends and multi-day trips.
• The flow of work and character of duties involve normal mental and visual attention much or all of the time.
• Physical exertion includes frequent walking, bending and the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted, pushing, pulling, and kneeling in order to deliver equipment and supplies.
• The nature of this position is physically demanding and stressful, requiring constant safety awareness and attending to a wide variety of participant needs with periods of continuous demand and focus.

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

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 •