Environmental Education – Nature Day Camp Series (CSA II, Ages 18+) – Open Continuous
City of Portland
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Environmental Education-YCC Youth Crew Member & NDC Teen Educator I (CSA I, Age 14+) Open Continuous
City of Portland
Portland Parks & Recreation
Location
Portland, Oregon, 97204
Salary
From $18
per hour
Type
Closes
March 23, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job offers part-time summer roles with Portland Parks & Recreation for teens aged 14 and up, either working on outdoor restoration projects like trail maintenance and gardening or leading fun nature activities for young children in parks.
It's perfect for passionate, energetic youth who enjoy the outdoors, working in teams, and gaining hands-on experience in environmental care or education.
No prior experience is required, making it a great entry-level opportunity to build skills while contributing to the community.
Key Requirements
- Must be at least 14 years old for Youth Crew Member or 16 years old for Teen Educator I
- Available to work part-time during summer (June to August 2026), with options for school-year Saturdays or holidays
- Physically able to perform outdoor tasks in various weather conditions, including hiking and manual labor for restoration projects
- Strong interest in environmental protection, plants, animals, and nature education
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team and interact positively with children (for Teen Educator role)
- Reliable attendance and punctuality for scheduled shifts (e.g., 8:30am-2:30pm for Youth Crew)
- Bilingual skills in languages like Spanish, Vietnamese, Somali, Chinese, or Russian are a plus for extra pay
Full Job Description
Do you love working outdoors? Are you passionate about plants, animals, and protecting the environment? Apply now for a summer job with Portland Parks & Recreation's Environmental Education team!!
This is an ongoing recruitment to fill positions in June. Applicants are encouraged to apply early! Eligible applicants will be contacted for interviews as early as March.
Here are the Youth Conservation Crew (YCC) and Nature Day Camp (NDC) jobs you can apply to on this application: |
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Job Type:
Casual, Part-time. These are part-time jobs where you can work up to 1,400 hours in a year. Employees in these positions serve at will. These jobs are called Community Service Aide I's by the City of Portland.
Benefits: These jobs are not eligible for benefits.
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. We encourage all applicants to apply, and especially those who may speak Spanish, Vietnamese, Somali, Chinese, or Russian.
Studies have shown that women and People of Color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your life experiences and qualifications for the role. Representation matters!
Youth Conservation Crew - Youth Crew Member (Ages 14+) - $18.00 per hour
Work in nature completing restoration projects in Portland Parks natural Areas, community gardens, and trails.
Daily Schedule:-During the summer work Tuesday - Friday, June 23 - August 7, 2026. 8:30am - 2:30pm-During the school year, you can sign up to work on Saturdays and on school holidays
Nature Day Camp - Teen Educator I (Ages 16+) - $18.00 per hour
Work with children ages 5 – 12 in local parks, leading games, activities, and exploring nature. Help with After Care.
Daily Schedule: - June 15 through August 18, 2026; Monday through Friday; 8:00am to 4:00pm, OR 9:30am - 5:30pm (if you help with After Care)
Contact Information:
Loan Tran Polanco, Recruiter
Bureau of Human Resources
Requirements
The following qualifications are required for this position:- Applicants ages 14+ years old by June 23, 2026 will be considered for Youth Conservation Crew - Youth Crew Member.
- Applicants must be enrolled in high school in the 2025 - 2026 school year to be considered for the Youth Conservation Crew - Youth Crew Member.
- Applicants ages 16+ years old by June 15, 2026 will be considered for Nature Day Camp - Teen Educator I.
- Hold a current CPR/First Aid Certification by time of offer for Nature Day Camp - Teen Educator I.
Preferred Qualifications:
Please note, these are not required, but will be helpful:
- Speak one of the following languages: Spanish, Vietnamese, Somali, Chinese, or Russian.
Qualifications
How to Apply:Click "APPLY" to submit your application online.
You need to answer the supplemental questions.
If you are a Veteran and want preference, attach your Veteran documents
Hiring Process:
Step 1: Apply online starting on February 16 2026 - March 22, 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 list of eligible candidates.
Step 4: We will contact eligible candidates for interviews as positions become available. Interviews will happen in April.
Step 5: Job offers will be made after interviews, in April and May.
Step 6: The start date will be approximately June 15, 2026, for Nature Day Camp, and June 23, 2026 for Youth Conservation Crew, once all hiring conditions are met.
Additional Information
Click here for additional information regarding the following:- City of Portland Core Values
- Recruitment Process - Work Status
- Equal Employment Opportunity
- Veterans Preference
- ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations
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