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Recreation Employment - Fitness (Ages 18+) - Talent Pool – City of Portland
City of Portland | Posted Jan 20, 2026 | Apply | Full-time | Portland | Entry (0-2 yrs)
The Position
Portland Parks & Recreation is hiring Certified Fitness Instructors for part-time, year-round jobs in the Recreation Division. This application is not for summer Fitness in the Park jobs. Summer job applications will become available in March.
We’re collecting names of people who are interested in working future part-time or seasonal jobs with Portland Parks. This doesn’t mean there’s a job open right now, but we’re happy you’re interested. We might not contact you right away. When jobs do open, we will connect you if you’re selected for an interview.
Forecasted vacancies
Here are the jobs you can apply to on this application. Click on them to learn more.
Parks Activities Specialist Jobs
Fitness Instructor - Group Exercise
Fitness Instructor - Personal Trainer
Parks Activities Specialist Pay
Training pay is $19.04 for all positions.
Group Exercise and Personal Trainer base pay is $26.45 - $37.55 (entry is $26.45 or $29.61 based on certifications held).
Parks Activities Specialist Union
These positions are not represented by a Union.
Summary
This recruitment is for Certified Fitness Instructors specializing in general fitness and wellness for a broad audience, whether through group classes or personal training, at Portland Parks & Recreation Community Centers and SUN Community School Programs. Attendees range in abilities, ages, and fitness levels, seeking overall health improvement. These roles are not intended for sports-specific instructors or coaches.
Portland Parks & Recreation operates five large Community Centers and three smaller neighborhood centers, offering drop-in fitness classes, registered activities, and personal training sessions open to everyone. SUN has 3 locations also offering drop-in fitness classes. Lifelong and Adaptive programming also offers virtual options. TeenForce programming is located at the community centers, operating Monday-Friday from 3:00-7:00pm for ages 10-20.
Note: This is a talent pool and is collecting a list of people who are interested in the job. When a job opens up, we will look at your application to decide who to invite for an interview.
Job Appointment : Casual, Part-time
Schedule : This job has flexible hours and might include working during the day, evenings, weekends, or holidays. The number of hours you work each week can change based on program needs, and there is no guarantee of work hours each week.
Location : These jobs are located at different places around Portland. When you apply you can choose as many locations as you want to work at.
Benefits : This job has limited benefits. Click the Benefits tab for more information.
Language Pay : If you speak another language besides English and use it to help the community, you may get extra pay. To learn more, click here.
About Us : Portland Parks & Recreation is dedicated to making sure everyone can enjoy our parks and services, no matter their background. We value diversity and are committed to equity and inclusion. We encourage people who speak other languages to apply.
Contact Information
Loan Tran Polanco
Senior Recruiter
Loan.Tran@portlandoregon.gov
To Qualify
Qualifications Needed
Ability to promote a welcoming and friendly atmosphere.
General knowledge of assigned recreation area.
Ability and experience in building good relationships and communicating respectfully with a diverse team of recreation staff, city workers, and program participants.
Ability and experience in noticing, stopping, and handling safety and emergency situations.
Ability to problem-solve and respond to customer concerns.
Ability to learn and show skills, or experience, in one-on-one and small group Personal Training.
Ability to learn and show skills, or experience, in teaching different types of Group Exercise classes like 32-count block, Tabata or HIIT, and mind/body classes like Yoga and Pilates.
Knowledge of how to take care of fitness equipment and do yearly maintenance.
Knowledge and experience in using the best practices for health and wellness marketing and promoting fitness memberships.
Additional Qualifications Needed
One year of teaching experience.
One certification from one of these approved organizations:
ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine)
ACE (American Council on Exercise)
AFAA (Aerobic and Fitness Association of America)
NSCA (National Strength and Conditioning Association)
NCSF (National Council on Strength and Fitness)
ISSA (International Sports Science Association)
NESTA (National Exercise and Sport Training Association)
NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine)
PCC Fitness Technology Degree
Cooper Institute Certification
Four-year college degree in a fitness related field (e.g., Athletic Training, Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology)
Any accredited certification distributed by NCCA (National Commission for Certifying Agencies)
The Recruitment Process
How To Apply
Click "APPLY" to submit your talent pool application online.
You need to answer the supplemental questions and fill out your work history.
If you are a Veteran and want preference, attach your Veteran documents.
Hiring Process
Step 1: Apply online between January 19, 2026 - April 26, 2026
Step 2: We will review your application to see if you meet the minimum needs for this role.
Step 3: If you qualify, you will be placed on a talent pool list of eligible candidates.
Step 4: We will contact eligible candidates for interviews as positions become available.
Step 5: Job offers will be made after interviews.
Step 6: The start date will be set once all hiring conditions are met.
Community Centers By Area
North Portland: Charles Jordan Community Center, Peninsula Park Community Center, St. Johns Community Center
Northeast Portland: Beaumont SUN Community School, Matt Dishman Community Center, Montavilla Community Center
Southwest Portland: Southwest Community Center
Southeast Portland: East Portland Community Center, Lane SUN Community School, Mt. Scott Community Center, Mt. Tabor SUN Community School, Woodstock Community Center
Additional Information
Fitness Instructor Jobs (Parks Activities Specialists): These jobs are not union represented. Instructors will instruct and/or monitor classes/activities in the area of assignment. Instructors may develop lesson plans related to the area of assignment based upon overall program objectives and guidelines and prepare materials for instruction of classes/activities. They will record participation for classes/activities and request class/activity supplies. Instructors perform duties related to customer service, cross marketing, and delivery of assigned activities.
Ages
All Fitness Instructors (Must be at least 18 years old).
Pay Range
All Fitness Instructors base pay is $26.45 - $37.55 (entry is $26.45 or $29.61 based on certifications held)
Training Pay
All Fitness Instructor training pay is $19.04.
Fitness Instructor - Group Exercise
Required Certifications: Approved certification(s) from a bureau recognized organization and one year of teaching experience is preferred.
Locations
Charles Jordan, East Portland, Matt Dishman, Montavilla, Mt. Scott Peninsula, St. Johns, Southwest and Woodstock Community Centers and Beaumont, Lane, and Mt, Tabor SUN Community Schools.
Shift Range
All operating hours.
Fitness Instructor - Personal Training
Required Certifications: Approved degree or certification and one year of personal training experience and a personal training certification from a bureau recognized organization.
Locations
Charles Jordan, East Portland, Matt Dishman, Mt. Scott and Southwest Community Centers.
Shift Range
All operating hours.
Click Here For Additional Information Regarding The Following
City of Portland Core Values
Recruitment Process – Work Status
Equal Employment Opportunity
Veteran Preference
ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
Job code
EX-0A3FD283
Job type
Full-time
Location
Portland
Entry (0-2 yrs)
About the company
City of Portland
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Recreation Employment - Fitness (Ages 18+) - Talent Pool – City of Portland
City of Portland | Posted Jan 20, 2026 | Apply | Full-time | Portland | Entry (0-2 yrs)
The Position
Portland Parks & Recreation is hiring Certified Fitness Instructors for part-time, year-round jobs in the Recreation Division. This application is not for summer Fitness in the Park jobs. Summer job applications will become available in March.
We’re collecting names of people who are interested in working future part-time or seasonal jobs with Portland Parks. This doesn’t mean there’s a job open right now, but we’re happy you’re interested. We might not contact you right away. When jobs do open, we will connect you if you’re selected for an interview.
Forecasted vacancies
Here are the jobs you can apply to on this application. Click on them to learn more.
Parks Activities Specialist Jobs
Fitness Instructor - Group Exercise
Fitness Instructor - Personal Trainer
Parks Activities Specialist Pay
Training pay is $19.04 for all positions.
Group Exercise and Personal Trainer base pay is $26.45 - $37.55 (entry is $26.45 or $29.61 based on certifications held).
Parks Activities Specialist Union
These positions are not represented by a Union.
Summary
This recruitment is for Certified Fitness Instructors specializing in general fitness and wellness for a broad audience, whether through group classes or personal training, at Portland Parks & Recreation Community Centers and SUN Community School Programs. Attendees range in abilities, ages, and fitness levels, seeking overall health improvement. These roles are not intended for sports-specific instructors or coaches.
Portland Parks & Recreation operates five large Community Centers and three smaller neighborhood centers, offering drop-in fitness classes, registered activities, and personal training sessions open to everyone. SUN has 3 locations also offering drop-in fitness classes. Lifelong and Adaptive programming also offers virtual options. TeenForce programming is located at the community centers, operating Monday-Friday from 3:00-7:00pm for ages 10-20.
Note: This is a talent pool and is collecting a list of people who are interested in the job. When a job opens up, we will look at your application to decide who to invite for an interview.
Job Appointment : Casual, Part-time
Schedule : This job has flexible hours and might include working during the day, evenings, weekends, or holidays. The number of hours you work each week can change based on program needs, and there is no guarantee of work hours each week.
Location : These jobs are located at different places around Portland. When you apply you can choose as many locations as you want to work at.
Benefits : This job has limited benefits. Click the Benefits tab for more information.
Language Pay : If you speak another language besides English and use it to help the community, you may get extra pay. To learn more, click here.
About Us : Portland Parks & Recreation is dedicated to making sure everyone can enjoy our parks and services, no matter their background. We value diversity and are committed to equity and inclusion. We encourage people who speak other languages to apply.
Contact Information
Loan Tran Polanco
Senior Recruiter
Loan.Tran@portlandoregon.gov
To Qualify
Qualifications Needed
Ability to promote a welcoming and friendly atmosphere.
General knowledge of assigned recreation area.
Ability and experience in building good relationships and communicating respectfully with a diverse team of recreation staff, city workers, and program participants.
Ability and experience in noticing, stopping, and handling safety and emergency situations.
Ability to problem-solve and respond to customer concerns.
Ability to learn and show skills, or experience, in one-on-one and small group Personal Training.
Ability to learn and show skills, or experience, in teaching different types of Group Exercise classes like 32-count block, Tabata or HIIT, and mind/body classes like Yoga and Pilates.
Knowledge of how to take care of fitness equipment and do yearly maintenance.
Knowledge and experience in using the best practices for health and wellness marketing and promoting fitness memberships.
Additional Qualifications Needed
One year of teaching experience.
One certification from one of these approved organizations:
ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine)
ACE (American Council on Exercise)
AFAA (Aerobic and Fitness Association of America)
NSCA (National Strength and Conditioning Association)
NCSF (National Council on Strength and Fitness)
ISSA (International Sports Science Association)
NESTA (National Exercise and Sport Training Association)
NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine)
PCC Fitness Technology Degree
Cooper Institute Certification
Four-year college degree in a fitness related field (e.g., Athletic Training, Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology)
Any accredited certification distributed by NCCA (National Commission for Certifying Agencies)
The Recruitment Process
How To Apply
Click "APPLY" to submit your talent pool application online.
You need to answer the supplemental questions and fill out your work history.
If you are a Veteran and want preference, attach your Veteran documents.
Hiring Process
Step 1: Apply online between January 19, 2026 - April 26, 2026
Step 2: We will review your application to see if you meet the minimum needs for this role.
Step 3: If you qualify, you will be placed on a talent pool list of eligible candidates.
Step 4: We will contact eligible candidates for interviews as positions become available.
Step 5: Job offers will be made after interviews.
Step 6: The start date will be set once all hiring conditions are met.
Community Centers By Area
North Portland: Charles Jordan Community Center, Peninsula Park Community Center, St. Johns Community Center
Northeast Portland: Beaumont SUN Community School, Matt Dishman Community Center, Montavilla Community Center
Southwest Portland: Southwest Community Center
Southeast Portland: East Portland Community Center, Lane SUN Community School, Mt. Scott Community Center, Mt. Tabor SUN Community School, Woodstock Community Center
Additional Information
Fitness Instructor Jobs (Parks Activities Specialists): These jobs are not union represented. Instructors will instruct and/or monitor classes/activities in the area of assignment. Instructors may develop lesson plans related to the area of assignment based upon overall program objectives and guidelines and prepare materials for instruction of classes/activities. They will record participation for classes/activities and request class/activity supplies. Instructors perform duties related to customer service, cross marketing, and delivery of assigned activities.
Ages
All Fitness Instructors (Must be at least 18 years old).
Pay Range
All Fitness Instructors base pay is $26.45 - $37.55 (entry is $26.45 or $29.61 based on certifications held)
Training Pay
All Fitness Instructor training pay is $19.04.
Fitness Instructor - Group Exercise
Required Certifications: Approved certification(s) from a bureau recognized organization and one year of teaching experience is preferred.
Locations
Charles Jordan, East Portland, Matt Dishman, Montavilla, Mt. Scott Peninsula, St. Johns, Southwest and Woodstock Community Centers and Beaumont, Lane, and Mt, Tabor SUN Community Schools.
Shift Range
All operating hours.
Fitness Instructor - Personal Training
Required Certifications: Approved degree or certification and one year of personal training experience and a personal training certification from a bureau recognized organization.
Locations
Charles Jordan, East Portland, Matt Dishman, Mt. Scott and Southwest Community Centers.
Shift Range
All operating hours.
Click Here For Additional Information Regarding The Following
City of Portland Core Values
Recruitment Process – Work Status
Equal Employment Opportunity
Veteran Preference
ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
Job code
EX-0A3FD283
Job type
Full-time
Location
Portland
Entry (0-2 yrs)
About the company
City of Portland
Ask AI
Match my CV to this job
Apply
Be vigilant about potential scams, phishing attempts, or fraudulent activities, and seek credible sources or reviews to assess the trustworthiness of the company. Remember, your personal and financial security is paramount, and taking preventive measures is crucial to safeguarding your information from potential risks and unauthorized use. SupportFinity is not responsible for any consequences that may arise from disclosing such information to unauthorized or fraudulent entities.
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