Salary : $70,535.52 - $89,984.16 Annually
Location : Lake Oswego, Oregon, OR
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2026-10-6000
Department: Parks and Recreation
Division: Recreation
Opening Date: 09/18/2026
Closing Date: 10/5/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: LOMEA

The Position
The City of Lake Oswego is seeking a high-energy, detail-oriented and creative individual to contribute to the development and implementation of community events, including the Lake Oswego Farmers' Market, Summer Concert Series and other events within the City. This position is represented by the Lake Oswego Municipal Employees' Association/ American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Key Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and implements the Lake Oswego Concerts Series and other City events, overseeing day to day operations to ensure smooth and efficient execution.
• Serve as a professional, customer-focused point of contact for the public, community groups, volunteers, City staff and sponsors.
• Represents the Parks & Recreation Department and acts as a liaison between Parks & Recreation Divisions, City Departments, including Fire, Police, Traffic Engineering, Public Works and Public Affairs.
• Develop and implement event marketing and promotional plans, including press releases, print and digital materials, website updates, and social media; coordinate with local media.
• Assist with photography, video and graphics used for marketing of the Parks & Recreation Department.
• Develop budget recommendations for assigned programs, tracking expenses and revenues.
• Ensure safe event operations including traffic and security management plans in coordination with the Police and Fire Departments.
• Leads and directs the work of part-time employees, vendors, contractors, and volunteers.
• Solicit new sponsorship opportunities with local businesses and maintain professional working relationships with current event sponsors.
• Prepare contracts, RFPs, correspondence, grant applications and other written materials.
• Ensure program evaluations are conducted and results are reported. This includes suggesting alternative improvements to programs.
• Procure and manage event equipment and supplies.
• Assist with production of the Parks & Recreation Activity Guide which is publish three times annually with Winter/Spring, Summer and Fall editions.

Education and Experience Requirements
Recreation Specialist II -

At least four years of event management experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

The ideal candidate will be a strong leader and have a passion for the community.

Successful candidates will be organized and have the skill set to balance numerous tasks and responsibilities for multiple events at one time. It's also imperative that the recreation Specialist is an effective and collaborative communicator that is capable of creating positive professional relationships based on trust and accountability. This includes confidence interacting with the public.

Addition skills and abilities required:

• Calm and personable under pressure.
• Ability to multi-task and creatively problem solve.
• Proficient computer skills, including experience in Microsoft Works, Adobe, Excel, and Outlook. Some graphic design, media, photograph and video experience preferred.
• CPR/First Aid Certified.
• Must be willing and able to work weekend, evening and some holiday work scheduled shifts and to manage hours to not exceed a 40 hour work week.
• Physical and other requirements: Job is very active. Must be comfortable walking and carrying/lifting up to 30 pounds of force.

For a complete list of the essential duties, knowledge, skills and abilities required, and physical and mental demands please review the complete job description at
Supplemental Information
Application Process: You may visit our web site at to access the online application process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application. The City application must be submitted by: 5:00 P.M., Monday, October 5, 2026
BENEFIT SUMMARY - LOMEA members

The City of Lake Oswego offers a wide range of benefits as part of your total compensation package. This summary is a general outline of the benefits that are available to regular status employees that are employed for 20 or more hours per week. Please contact Human Resources with any questions.

Medical/Vision Insurance

City of Lake Oswego offers 2 plan options for you and your dependents.

• Regence Blue Cross BlueShield or Oregon and VSP Vision-Traditional PPO

In-network and out-of-network coverage, no referral for specialist care.

• Kaiser Permanente Medical and Vision

Services provided exclusively by Kaiser providers through a primary care physician (PCP).

Detailed benefit plan summaries for each plan is available upon request. The monthly employee cost for health insurance depends on the plan selected and if dependents are enrolled.

Dental Insurance

Comprehensive coverage through 2 plan options for you and your dependents.

• Delta Dental PPO-Moda Health Plan

In-network and out-of-network coverage, no referral for specialist care

• Kaiser Permanente Dental

Kaiser dentists agree to provide services to you at a discounted, negotiated fees and copays. Out-of-network services are not covered.

With your choice, you will have access to a plan that includes preventive, routine and major dental care as well as orthodontic benefits for child dependents. There is no monthly cost to employee's for dental insurance.

Life Insurance

Standard Life Insurance Company

City paid insurance amount of $50,000 for Basic Life and $50,000 Accidental Death and Dismemberment

Supplemental life insurance coverage available for purchase for you, your spouse and dependents with guaranteed issue amounts (GI).

Long Term Disability Insurance (LTD)

Standard Life Insurance Company

City paid long-term disability (LTD) insurance plan which guarantees that you will receive 60% of your salary, up to $4,000, following a 90-day waiting period.

Workers' Compensation Insurance

SAIF Corporation

You are provided workers' compensation insurance in accordance with Oregon Revised Statues.

Public Employee Retirement System (PERS)

Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)

Benefits paid by PERS are funded from 2 sources:

• Member IAP contributions* paid on your behalf by the City (currently 6% of subject salary); and
• Employer contributions*

*contributions are made 6 months after employment (unless you are a previous or current member of PERS) and amounts are determined by PERS.

Vesting: Employee IAP Account - immediately, Pension Benefit Employer Contribution- 5 calendar years

Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

Canopy

The EAP offers 5 confidential counseling and 24-hour crisis help to employees and their families at no cost. Other services include educational resources, legal assistance and financial help.

Voluntary Employee Benefits Account (VEBA)

HRA Veba

City contributions* are made to a health reimbursement account to reimburse qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses and premiums you may incur on behalf of yourself, your spouse, dependents. The contribution amount is $100 per month.

*Contributions contributed monthly by the City or with leave transfer and/or cash-out funds.

Deferred Compensation Plan

MissinSquare Retirement

The City offers a 457(b) deferred compensation retirement plan. Contribution amounts can be specified as a percentage or dollar amount for pre-tax and/or Roth contributions. Eligibility is at hire and participation in this plan is voluntary.

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Allegiance

Flexible Spending Accounts save you money by reducing the taxes you pay. Your FSA contributions are deducted from each paycheck before federal, FICA and, in most cases, state taxes are calculated. Use your FSA contributions to pay for eligible expenses incurred by you, your spouse, and your dependents.

Holidays

The following holidays are observed throughout the year:

New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Birthday, President's Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Memorial Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and one Personal Holiday.

In some years, employees are also eligible for 4 hours holiday on Christmas Eve and 4 hours holiday on New Years' Eve.

Vacation

Employees shall accumulate vacation in the following manner:

0-3 years:12 days (8 hours per month)

4-9 years:16.5 days (11 hours per month)

10-15 years:21.5 days (14.33 hours per month)

16-19 years:23.5 days (15.66 hours per month)

20+ years:25 days (16.67 hours per month)

Part-time employee vacation hours are pro-rated based on hours worked. Vacation time may accumulate to maximum of 2 times yearly accrual. Excess vacation time will be transferred to employees VEBA account.

Sick Leave

At hire, 48 hours of sick time will be available. After a full 6 months of employment, sick hours will then be accrued a monthly basis at a rate of 8 hours per month.

Part-time employee sick hours are pro-rated based on hours worked. Sick leave may be accumulated to 1080 hours. Anything over 1080 hours will be transferred to employees VEBA account.