Recreation Instructor (Biking)

The Recreation Instructor is responsible for providing a fun and positive learning environment for program participants.

Essential Functions

The following duties and responsibilities are intended to be representative of the work performed by the incumbent(s) in this position and are not all-inclusive. The omission of specific duties and responsibilities will not preclude it from the position. These essential job functions listed are required with or without accommodation.

• Provide developmentally age-appropriate instruction to program participants.
• Ensure the safety of participants at all times.
• Communicate with staff and program participants in a clear and respectful manner.
• Assist participants in the case of injury or illness.
• Encourage respect for other participants, personal property, camp equipment, and facilities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

Knowledge of:

Skill and Ability to:

• Learn new activities and tasks; accept and adapt to change.
• Manage difficult situations when needed, such as injury, illness, and disruption.
• Exhibit good leadership qualities, sound judgment, and integrity; accept guidance willingly.

 Working Conditions, Physical Requirements, and Aptitudes

• Duties are performed indoors and outdoors, including working in inclement weather, and extreme temperatures.
• Duties primarily performed in a public setting, requiring constant interaction with a variety of people.
• Work effectively with crowds, uncooperative participants during difficult situations, emergency response, and periods of continuous demand.
• Work a variety of shifts including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays depending on department needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CPR and First Aid certifications within one (1) month of hire.

The successful applicant must pass a required pre-employment background check and subsequent mandatory background checks in accordance with current District policy requirements.

Preferred but not required:

• Knowledge of sports, fitness, aquatics, and recreational activities.
• Previous customer service experience.