Outdoor Recreation Program Instructor (Seasonal)

Forsyth County Government; Cumming (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Forsyth County Government in Cumming, GA is seeking a Seasonal Outdoor Recreation Aide to facilitate programs and support the Program Leader from setup through completion.

Responsibilities include supervising participants, maintaining equipment, enforcing safety rules, and handling first aid as needed. Must meet age, certification, and licensing requirements; background check is required. Position pays $20.00 hourly and is on-site.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must possess and maintain valid First Aid/CPR/AED certification or obtain within six (6) months of hire.
• Requires completion of Department training and demonstration of competency in assigned program areas.
• Must possess or obtain any certifications required for assigned activities.
• Must successfully pass a criminal background check.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license.
• Must possess an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) if required to operate County vehicles.
• There are no benefits available for seasonal or temporary employees.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the safety of all program participants, staff, volunteers, and spectators.
• Supports assigned Outdoor Recreation programs from setup through completion.
• Assists with supervising participants and assigned groups under the Program Leader direction.
• Facilitates activities and provides instruction within assigned program areas.
• Monitors participant behavior and reports safety concerns.
• Responds to emergencies and assists with safety procedures.
• Maintains understanding of assigned program activities and required certifications.
• Assists with setup and breakdown of programs and manages equipment.
• Administers first aid and reports injuries to the Program Leader.
• Communicates professionally with participants, parents, volunteers, and County staff.

Job description

Salary

$20.00 Hourly

Location

Cumming, GA

Job Type

Seasonal

Job Number

03653

Department

PARKS & REC - SPECIALTY RECREATION

Opening Date

08/10/2026

Closing Date

9/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Position Information

This position is responsible for facilitating Outdoor Recreation programs; assisting the Program Leader with program setup, participant supervision, equipment management, and program operations; and helping ensure the safety, effectiveness, and quality of assigned programs through the implementation of established Department standards and procedures.

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Essential Functions

Ensures the safety of all program participants, staff, volunteers, and spectators. Supports assigned Outdoor Recreation programs from setup through completion. Follows the on-site direction of the Program Leader and assists with supervising participants and assigned groups.

Facilitates activities and provides participant instruction within assigned program areas. Monitors participant behavior and compliance with established safety procedures. Reinforces activity instructions and safety rules and reports participant, environmental, equipment, or operational concerns to the Program Leader. Responds to emergencies and assists with implementing appropriate safety procedures.

Maintains an understanding of assigned program activities. Demonstrates technical proficiency appropriate to assigned responsibilities and maintains current certifications required for assigned program areas. Ensures assigned duties are performed in accordance with Department policies, operating procedures, industry standards, and direction provided by the Program Leader.

Assists with the setup and breakdown of assigned programs. Prepares, inspects, distributes, collects, and properly stores program equipment and supplies. Maintains program areas in a safe, clean, and orderly condition. Identifies unsafe equipment and reports equipment concerns to the Program Leader.

Assists with verifying participant waivers, maintaining attendance records, and completing assigned program documentation and reports. Administers first aid and promptly reports injuries, accidents, equipment concerns, and unusual incidents to the Program Leader.

Communicates professionally with participants, parents, volunteers, County staff, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Additional Functions

This classification is designated as a safety sensitive position that is subject to random drug and alcohol testing and any other drug testing methods as stated in policies adopted by Forsyth County concerning drug and alcohol

Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Performs other related duties as required.

Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age. Must possess and maintain valid First Aid/CPR/AED certification or obtain within six (6) months of hire. Requires successful completion of Department training and demonstration of competency in assigned program areas. Must possess or obtain any certifications required for assigned activities.

Must successfully pass a criminal background check. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license. Must possess an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) if required to operate County vehicles.

There are no benefits available for seasonal or temporary employees.

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Are you at least 18?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Forsyth County

Address 110 East Main Street

Suite 230

Cumming, Georgia, 30040

Phone [phone]

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/forsyth/default.cfm