Environmental Education-YCC Youth Crew Member & NDC Teen Educator ; CSA , Age + Continuous

The Position

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!

Overview

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.

Youth Conservation Crew (YCC) and Nature Day Camp (NDC) roles available on this application:

• Youth Conservation Crew - Youth Crew Member (ages 14+)
• Nature Day Camp - Teen Educator I (ages 16+)

Job Type
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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 se jobs are called Community Service Aide I by the City of Portland.

Benefits
:
These jobs are not eligible for benefits.

Language Pay
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If you speak another language besides English and use it to help the community, you may receive extra pay. We encourage applicants who may speak Spanish, Vietnamese, Somali, Chinese, or Russian.

We encourage broad representation and invite applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. If you are interested, consider 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
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Tuesday – Friday, June 23 – August 7, 2026, 8:30am – 2:30pm. During the school year, you may sign up to work on Saturdays and 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
Loan.

Tran

To Qualify

Qualifications

• Applicants ages 14+ 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 Youth Conservation Crew - Youth Crew Member.
• Applicants ages 16+ 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.

The Recruitment Process

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

Additional Information

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

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer