Recreation Instructor

City of Duluth; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

ESST

Job summary

The City of Duluth's Parks & Recreation department seeks Recreation Instructors to support a variety of outdoor and indoor programs. This part-time role includes assisting in planning activities, supervising participants, ensuring safety, and delivering a positive learning environment in day, evening, or weekend sessions.

No formal education required; must be 18+, valid Minnesota Class D license, on-site work, compensation $16.50–$17.00 hourly, with four openings and a focus on community

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and organizing recreational activities and special events.
• Supervise and monitor scheduled recreational activities and special events.
• Conduct necessary set-up and takedown of needed equipment as required prior to and after recreational activities and special events.
• Provide a safe, fun, and supportive learning environment for all participants.
• Contribute to evaluating recreation programs with other staff and affiliated cosponsoring agencies.
• Assist with recreation programs; effectively communicate and engage with youth, families, adults, and the general public.
• Effectively monitor the behavior of participants to maintain order and safety.
• Provide exceptional customer service; answer questions effectively and appropriately, and follow-up as required.
• Maintain control of recreation program participants while identifying individual needs.
• Communicate with Recreation Specialist regarding concerns or questions, including safety and improvements to efficiencies and services provided.
• Maintain and organize equipment.
• Inspect equipment and recreation areas to ensure safety and cleanliness and report discrepancies to the division.
• Perform onsite maintenance activities such as shoveling, sweeping, mopping, and general cleaning as needed.
• Be an effective team member by exhibiting self-motivation, supporting other employees in handling tasks, interacting effectively and respectfully with others, showing a desire to contribute to the team effort, accepting assignments willingly, and completing tasks within agreed upon timelines.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Job description

Job Duties

Duluth Parks & Recreation is proud to serve our community with programs and activities year-round, throughout our parks for all ages and abilities. We are currently accepting applications for the following Recreation Instructor opportunities. To view the types of activities these positions support, view our seasonal program brochure on our website: duluthmn.gov/parks.

General Programs

Work Schedule: Part-time; hours vary depending on season and availability. Schedule may vary week-to-week to include daytime, evenings, and weekends.

Support and facilitate a wide range of recreation program offerings, including: indoor pickleball attendant, toddler play time, hiking, ice rink attendant, community events, youth sport sessions, and other recreation programs.

All training provided; prior experience planning and leading activities is valuable.

Recreation Instructors develop and conduct outdoor recreation programs that support Duluth Parks & Recreation's efforts to increase public understanding and awareness of recreation opportunities, foster environmental stewardship, and the appreciation, enjoyment, and utilization of our facilities and resources.

Recreation Instructors develop and conduct outdoor recreation programs that support Duluth Parks & Recreation's efforts to increase public understanding and awareness of recreation opportunities, foster environmental stewardship, and the appreciation, enjoyment, and utilization of our facilities and resources.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities (other Duties May Be Assigned)

• Assist in planning and organizing recreational activities and special events.


• Supervise and monitor scheduled recreational activities and special events.


• Conduct necessary set-up and takedown of needed equipment as required prior to and after recreational activities and special events.


• Provide a safe, fun, and supportive learning environment for all participants.


• Contribute to evaluating recreation programs with other staff and affiliated cosponsoring agencies.


• Assist with recreation programs; effectively communicate and engage with youth, families, adults, and the general public.


• Effectively monitor the behavior of participants to maintain order and safety.


• Provide exceptional customer service; answer questions effectively and appropriately, and follow-up as required.


• Maintain control of recreation program participants while identifying individual needs.


• Communicate with Recreation Specialist regarding concerns or questions, including safety and improvements to efficiencies and services provided.


• Maintain and organize equipment.


• Inspect equipment and recreation areas to ensure safety and cleanliness and report discrepancies to the division.


• Perform onsite maintenance activities such as shoveling, sweeping, mopping, and general cleaning as needed.


• Be an effective team member by exhibiting self-motivation, supporting other employees in handling tasks, interacting effectively and respectfully with others, showing a desire to contribute to the team effort, accepting assignments willingly, and completing tasks within agreed upon timelines.


• Other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Education Required

n/a

Minimum Experience Required

Age Requirement

• Must be 18 or older by date of hire.

License Requirement

• Possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D driver's license or privilege.

Shift

Other

Number of Openings

4

Compensation

$16.50 - $17.00 / Hourly

Postal Code

55802

Job Type

Part Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

54351

Job Benefits

• ESST