Job Details

Salary: $22.82 - $25.69 Hourly
Location : Multiple THPRD locations - Beaverton, OR
Job Type: Part-time
Job Number: 26-00006
Department: SAFETY SERVICES
Opening Date: 01/08/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

Description
Now Hiring Safety Services Team Members!

is seeking candidates to join our Safety Services team! Safety Services staff are committed to public service by creating a welcoming and inclusiveenvironment for our community to gather and recreate.
The ideal candidate has experience in a public safety role focused on customer education and helping people comply with organization rules. Applicants should have experience working with diverse communities, including lived experiences, or bring a unique background that adds a fresh perspective to the team. Strong customer service skills and an eagerness to work in our diverse Beaverton-area community is essential.
A typical day for Safety Services involves acting as a district ambassador by applying a diversity, equity, inclusive, and all-access lens to daily decisions. Staff are an approachable presence in our parks and facilities, providing information and educating patrons about rules, regulations, and laws that help make our parks and facilities safe and enjoyable. Safety Services also often collaborates with local police departments to address safety concerns and enhance community safety.

** Employees receive free drop-in access to all THPRD recreation facilities for their household. Be sure to check out the "Benefits" tab to see what the district offers you! **

Schedule

Shifts are 7:00 AM-4:00 PM or 3:30 PM-12:30 PM, with approximately 29 hours per week.
Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record
• Current First Aid/CPR Certification, or ability to obtain upon hire
• Oregon DPSST Private Security Professional (Unarmed) certification, or ability to obtain upon hire
• Willingness to work outdoors in all types of weather
• Bilingual and multilingual skills, preferred. THRPD offers a pay incentive for staff who utilize their bilingual or multilingual skills at work.

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Experience & Training

Any combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
Experience

• Experience, education, and training related to security work, public service, or public communication/education is helpful.

Education and Training

• High school diploma or equivalent. Relevant specialized training or coursework is a plus.

Application Review

Hiring officials review applications as they are received and will contact candidates directly if selected to move forward in the recruitment process.
THPRD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, THPRD will ensure that people experiencing disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at ...@thprd.org.
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What We Offer You
Enjoy comprehensive benefits as a part-time employee, including access to a confidential Employee Assistant Program, complimentary drop-in visits to THPRD recreation facilities, discounts on various class offerings and more! THPRD is committed to providing flexible part-time employment options tailored to your individual needs.

PART-TIME VARIABLE (PT): Part-time variable (PT) employees work less than 29 hours per week on average annually. However, they have the option of working additional hours during periods like summer or winter months. PT are eligible to receive benefits such as Paid Time Off (PTO), Holiday Pay, Compassionate Leave, and Inclement Weather Pay (if required to work).

SEASONAL: Seasonal employment is temporary and allows employees to work only during certain times of the year, up to 40 hours per week for a maximum duration of six (6) consecutive months. Seasonal employees are eligible to receive benefits such as Holiday Pay, Compassionate Leave, and Inclement Weather Pay (if required to work). Effective February 15, 2026, seasonal employees will also be eligible to accrue Paid Time Off (PTO)!
Available to all classifications:

Great Place to Work

• THPRD is a certified as of June 2024!
• THPRD offers opportunities to participate in Employee Resource Groups, including employee-led affinity groups, a Transformation & Allyship Group, or the district's Welcoming & Inclusive Committee. These groups each support equity and justice-based work within the district. Participation is included as regular paid time for part-time or full-time employees. To learn more, visit THPRD's webpage.
• Bilingual employees who utilize their language skills in the workplace up to 10% of the time, can earn an additional 3% pay incentive. Effective February 15, 2026, the bilingual pay incentive will increase to 5%.
• Employee appreciation events, employee recognition programs and more!

Health & Wellness

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which includes, legal consultations and mediation, wellness and gym discounts, up to six (6) free counseling sessions, per counseling issue, life and career coaching, home ownership and housing support program and much more! All members of the employee's household are covered and may use EAP services.
• An Employee Wellness Program (EWP), allowing free drop-in access to all THPRD recreation facilities for you and your household
• Employees and their household can register for camps and classes during in-district registration and receive a 20% discount

Leave

• Paid Time Off - Paid leave type for part-time variable employees. Paid Time Off (PTO), will accrue at a rate of one (1) hour earned for every 30 hours worked. This is in addition to Sick leave and may be scheduled by employees for any reason! Effective February 15, 2026 the accrual rate for PTO will increase to one (1) hour earned for every 23 hours worked and will include seasonal employees!
• The ability to accrue paid sick leave at a rate of one (1) hour earned for every 30 hours worked
• Family Medical Leave eligibility for qualified family and medical related reasons
• Paid compassionate leave is available to all part-time employees to grieve the loss of an immediate family member, to make arrangements (if necessary), and to attend memorial services. Employees are eligible for paid compassionate leave for up to the hours scheduled in their average work week.

Retirement

• Available savings for retirement through a 457(b)-deferred compensation plan by contributing pre-tax dollars from your paycheck

Local Government

• An opportunity to make a difference within your community through public service
• A variety of opportunities within local government that support your professional development and evolving interests! Opportunities to apply for internal positions, explore a variety of park and recreation careers, and gain meaningful experience.
• THPRD is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. For eligibility requirements and information, please visit the website

Community Partnerships

• Seasonal discounts to community partners such as Nike, Adidas, and Columbia Sportswear

01

This position requires driving. Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• Not yet, but I will have a driver's license at the time of hire
• No, I am unable to get a driver's license

02

Do you have a valid Oregon DPSST Unarmed Private Security Professional certification or have the ability to obtain upon hire?

• Yes
• No

03

What do you enjoy about interacting with people in a safety and outreach role?
04

Please share what unique experiences, including lived experiences, you have working with diverse communities that you would bring to the Safety Services position and to THPRD.
05

Safety Services often works with outside agencies such as local law enforcement to ensure compliance with safety regulations and address community safety concerns. Can you share an example of a time when you worked an external organization to enhance safety or solve a complex issue?
06

Will you be claiming Veterans Preference?

• Yes
• No

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