Outdoor Specialty Instructor

About the role

The Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking highly motivated Outdoor Specialty Instructors to join our team! Instructors should have experience, interest, and knowledge in specialties that include: Archery, Birding, Environmental Education, Kayaking/Canoeing, Hiking, Fishing, Science/STEM, and other nature/outdoor related activities. Instructors should have experience working with youth, teens, adults, and are able to demonstrate a high level of enthusiasm and care for the program and participants.

Responsibilities

• Work independently to plan for activities, leading and instructing educational/recreational programs.
• Provide safe and quality experiences to those enrolled in the program.
• Work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High School Diploma / G.E.D. equivalent.
• 6-12 months of nature/outdoor-related programmatic experience.

Qualifications

• Specialty areas: Archery, Birding, Environmental Education, Kayaking/Canoeing, Hiking, Fishing, Science/STEM.
• Experience independently developing activity/lesson plans and facilitating classes, programs, and/or camps.
• Experience working with ages 2-5, 6-12, 13-17, 18-55, and 55+.