Recreation Specialist I/II Skatepark Instructor

Job Overview

About the role

The City of El Cajon is seeking Skatepark instructors to teach beginning, intermediate, and advanced level skate, scooter, and bike classes to children in the Kennedy Skatepark.

Responsibilities

• Directing and supervising participants of the Recreation programs
• Spotting participants and understanding the importance of and following existing skills progressions
• Planning, organizing, and instructing classes in their area of specialization within established guidelines
• Maintaining records pertinent to programs
• Implementing age-appropriate activities and events
• Ensuring the health, welfare, and safety of the participants of the program
• Working closely with the Recreation Supervisor to ensure the success of programs through preparation, execution, and evaluation
• Aiding staff in organizing and cleaning facility areas and equipment
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with parents, community center staff, and other key individuals
• Maintaining a fun and positive attitude daily to create a happy environment for participants

Qualifications

• Knowledge of recreational activities
• Possess excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work with children and/or adults and give effective guidance to participants
• Ability to provide the necessary support to ensure the health and well-being of all participants and staff
• Strong interpersonal skills and a desire to work with participants of all ages
• Ability to evaluate emergency situations and act decisively and effectively to resolve them
• Communicate clearly, concisely, both orally and in writing
• Possess basic computer skills
• Ability to lift and move up to 20 lbs
• Ability to obtain a CPR card and First Aid Certificate
• May be required to provide means to commute between work sites in course of work, including the use of personal vehicle during assigned shifts
• May be required to possess or have the ability to obtain, prior to employment, a valid Class C California driver's license with a safe driving record

Desired Skills/Qualifications

• Some experience with recreation programming and leading activities for children and/or adults is desired
• Candidate must have some experience in their area of specialization
• Experience including background in skateboarding, scooter riding, and/or biking is recommended
• Education: Educational achievement equivalent to completion of or currently attending high school. College-level courses in recreation, education, physical education, or related field is desired. Additional training in area of specialization related to skateboarding, scooter riding, and/or biking is desired
• Experience: Some experience with recreation programming and leading activities for children and/or adults is desired. In addition, candidate must have some experience in their area of specialization. Experience including background in skateboarding, scooter riding, and/or biking is recommended

Qualification Guidelines

• Education: Educational achievement equivalent to completion of or currently attending high school. College-level courses in recreation, education, physical education, or related field is desired. Additional training in area of specialization related to skateboarding, scooter riding, and/or biking is desired
• Experience: Some experience with recreation programming and leading activities for children and/or adults is desired. In addition, candidate must have some experience in their area of specialization. Experience including background in skateboarding, scooter riding, and/or biking is recommended

Additional Information

• No discrimination policy
• El Cajon is not a member of the Social Security System, but 1.45% of salary must be contributed to Medicare
• Nationwide Retirement Plan: The City contributes 7.5% of employee salary to the Nationwide retirement plan in lieu of social security. Most "Part-Time / Seasonal / Temporary" employees will be enrolled in this plan
• California Public Employees Retirement System (Only available to those employees who qualify for membership): Effective January 2013, the employee will pay the full required contribution

Required Question

• What center/facility would you like to work at?
• Would you prefer to work in the summer only or year round?
• What days/hours are you available?
• Do you have experience in any of the following areas: Skatepark Activities; i.e. Skateboarding, Scooter Riding, Biking, Gymnastics and Cheer, Youth Day Camps, Customer Service, Arts and Crafts, Dance and Fitness?
• How many years of experience do you have working with the public and/or in the field of parks and recreation, hospitality, front office or related field?
• Do you have a First Aid card? If yes, what type?
• Please describe any additional experience you may have with leading activities, games, Skatepark classes, and special events for youth.