Join the RECS Team!
Looking for a fun, fulfilling job in an exciting, vibrant environment? Pickleball is our main jam in Portland Oregon, and RECS is always looking for friendly, talented, and hard-working individuals to join our team. Please review the current job listings, and submit an employment application.
To do so, please follow these steps:
- Download our employment application
- Save it to your computer
- Complete the application
- Save the application again
- Email it to jobs.recs@gmail.com
Current Openings
Marketing Manager
Direct Supervisor: CEO
Employee Classification: FTE
Salary: Range to be disclosed
Job Description:
We are seeking a dynamic, positive, and detail-oriented Marketing Manager to lead and grow our marketing program and team as we expand from one to multiple locations. This individual will oversee both traditional and digital marketing efforts while fostering a collaborative and creative environment. The Marketing Manager will ensure that marketing initiatives align with organizational values and foster meaningful connections with our community and customers.
Click here to submit an initial inquiry for the position. Submissions will be reviewed and viable candidates will be contacted ASAP.
Our core values of Goodwill, Good Sports, Well-Being, and Good Times will guide the work of building campaigns, developing strategies, and inspiring the team in collaboration with staff, leadership, and members.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
Leadership & Management Support
- Lead, mentor, and develop the marketing team, promoting collaboration, accountability, and growth.
- Oversee branding and messaging to ensure consistency and alignment with organizational goals.
- Work cross-functionally with other departments, particularly Operations, to ensure marketing efforts support broader business objectives.
- Manage the marketing budget to ensure efficient use of resources and a strong return on investment (ROI).
Marketing Strategy and Execution
- Develop and execute integrated marketing campaigns across digital, social, print, and in-person channels to drive engagement and retention.
- Oversee content strategy, emphasizing storytelling, brand values, and community connections.
- Cultivate partnerships with local organizations and businesses to enhance brand visibility.
- Manage digital and social media channels, ensuring consistent engagement with the community.
- Direct and support content creation, including video, photography, and copywriting, ensuring high-quality execution.
Data and Performance Optimization
- Establish and track performance metrics to evaluate marketing effectiveness and guide improvements.
- Analyze customer insights, market trends, and competitive data to refine marketing strategies.
- Implement and optimize SEO, paid advertising, and social media tactics to maximize reach and impact.
Required skills and traits:
- 5+ years of marketing experience, including brand management, leadership, and strategy.
- Proven success in both traditional (events, print, PR, sponsorships) and digital (social media, SEO, paid ads) marketing.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide a team and deliver results.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and storytelling abilities.
- Proficiency in analyzing marketing data to inform strategy.
- Passion for community-building, hospitality, and customer experience.
- Highly organized, adaptable, and detail-oriented, able to manage multiple priorities.
- Experience with tools such as:
- Social media management
- Email marketing platforms
- SEO and paid advertising tools
- Content creation software (photo, video, podcasting)
- Website management tools
Preferred:
- Experience in sports, recreation, hospitality, or related industries.
- Knowledge of project management tools (e.g., Asana, Basecamp).
- Experience in partnership development and community engagement.
Minimum Requirements:
Benefits:
Work-Life Balance & Wellness
- Access to facility programs and membership benefits.
- Flexible scheduling, including hybrid work options.
- Paid time off (PTO), accruing after 30 days.
- Paid company holidays.
- Benefits package (details shared after initial candidate vetting).
Financial & Career Growth
- Competitive salary based on experience. Salary Range: (market-appropriate -- shared after initial vetting)
- Performance-based incentives.
- Professional development opportunities, including industry-specific training.
Community & Culture
- Employee discounts on food, beverage, and merchandise.
- Collaborative and growth-oriented workplace, with opportunities to contribute to an expanding organization.
To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to jobs.recs@gmail.com and put the job title in the email subject line.
Team Lead
Direct Supervisor: Operations Manager
Employee Classification: Full-Time hourly at-will employment
Salary: $19.00 an hour + tips
Job Description:
RECS is a fun place for people of all ages and all skill levels to recreate, compete, and gather. An important piece of this is the time folks are going to want to spend socializing in our player’s lounge after their good time on the pickleball court. We are looking for a Front of House Lead to guide a team in the facilitation of this by running the service side of the club and to ensure that members’ expectations are exceeded. This is a small hospitality lounge serving beverages (including beer and wine), and commercially pre-packaged offerings. We seek a positive leader with an attention to detail who can problem-solve and navigate the many challenges of a new operation, while guiding others and setting standards to hold others accountable. This is a fun, athletic environment, and it is important to maintain and pass along this culture so our guests can have the most enjoyable experience possible.
Our ideal candidate will have several years of hospitality experience, preferably with supervisory duties. This position will require wearing many different hats to ensure the smooth operation of the facility and a positive guest experience, so we are looking for someone with a keen sense for small details, who can lead the way for the team.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Overseeing day-to-day operations
- Balancing accounts daily to ensure profitability, controlling usage and sales, and stocking product
- Checking in members and guests, ensuring excellent guest experience, and helping to maintain a positive culture
- Onboarding, hiring, training, and scheduling of labor, as well as setting expectations and supervising staff
Required skills and traits:
- Positive attitude, commitment, and passion for the excellent guest experience
- Good communication skills—verbal and written
- Motivated self-starter with strong work ethic
- Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
- Flexible schedule that could include early mornings or evenings
- Ability to follow standard operating procedures and schedules
- Ability to efficiently manage competing priorities, while never losing sight of the guest experience
- Ability to follow safety protocols
- Working knowledge of local and state rules and regulations for the sale and distribution of alcohol
Minimum Requirements:
- OLCC server’s permit
- Oregon Food Handler’s certification
- Must have high school diploma or GED equivalent
- Ability to operate POS system
- Must have ability to work on feet for 8 hours at a time
- Must be able to lift 25 pounds
- Minimum 2 years restaurant/hospitality experience
- Minimum 1 year supervisory experience
Benefits:
- Free meal per shift
- 40 hours Paid Time Off (starts accruing after 60 days)
To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to jobs.recs@gmail.com and put the job title in the email subject line.
Team Member
Direct Supervisor: Front of House Lead
Employee Classification: Part-Time or Full-Time hourly at-will employment
Salary: $15.00 an hour + tips
Job Description:
Assist the Front of House (FOH) Lead and Shift Supervisor in the daily operation of the hospitality aspect of our club, and ensure that all members’ expectations are exceeded. RECS is a fun place for people of all ages and all skill levels to recreate, compete, and gather. An important piece of this is the time folks are going to want to spend socializing in our player’s lounge after their good time on the pickleball court. We are looking for team members to help facilitate this by working under the guidance of the FOH Lead to ensure that members have an excellent experience. This is a small hospitality lounge serving beverages (including beer and wine), and commercially pre-packaged offerings. We seek an energetic person with a positive can-do attitude who has an attention to detail and who can navigate the many challenges of a new operation, while never losing sight of the guests’ experience. This is a fun, athletic environment, and it is important to maintain and pass along this culture so our guests can have the most enjoyable, positive time at RECS possible.
This position requires the ability to multi-task to ensure the smooth operation of the facility and a positive guest experience. We are seeking someone professional who, together with the FOH Lead, will be a valued member of this team.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Assist with the day-to-day operations of the club
- Serve food and drinks and check in guests
- Stock product
- Follow the FOH Lead in any reasonable means necessary to maintain a fun and positive atmosphere
Required skills and traits:
- Positive attitude, commitment, and passion for the excellent guest experience
- Good communication skills—verbal and written
- Motivated self-starter with strong work ethic
- Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
- Flexible schedule that could include early mornings or evenings
- Ability to follow standard operating procedures and schedules
- Ability to efficiently manage competing priorities, while never losing sight of the guest experience
- Ability to follow safety protocols
- Working knowledge of local and state rules and regulations for the sale and distribution of alcohol
Minimum Requirements:
- OLCC server’s permit
- Oregon Food Handler’s certification
- Ability to operate POS system
- Must have ability to work on feet for 8 hours at a time
- Must be able to lift 25 pounds
Benefits:
- Free meal per shift
To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to jobs.recs@gmail.com and put the job title in the email subject line.