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Recreation Instructor I or II - Casper Ice Arena
Recreation Instructor I or II - Casper Ice Arena Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/casperwy/jobs/newprint/4675619) Apply  Recreation Instructor I or II - Casper Ice Arena Salary $16.24 - $26.52 Hourly Location Casper Recreation Center - Casper, WY Job Type Non-Full-Time Position Job Number 1151-20 Department Parks, Recreation, and Public Facilities Department Division Ice Arena (980) Opening Date 09/27/2024 Closing Date 10/31/2024 11:59 PM Mountain + Description + Benefits + Questions Class Summary As a Learn-to-Skate instructor at the Casper Ice Arena, you will have an opportunity to teach a fun and rewarding skill-set to our customers. Classes are typically 30-minutes long and are hosted on Monday’s at 5:30 p.m. Will hire at the appropriate level based on experience. Recreation Instructor II - $19.65 -$26.52 Hourly Incumbents are responsible for instructing a class offered by the Recreation Division in a program area of special interest. REPORTING STRUCTURE: Receives direction from assigned supervisor or higher-level supervisory staff. Typical Class Essential Duties 1. Plans, instructs, and supervises participants in a specialized class or program in areas such as dance, arts and crafts, ice skating, fitness, martial arts, or sports. 2. Maintains appropriate attendance and class records. 3. Prepares a class summary for assigned classes or programs. 4. Prepares instructional materials and supply list for assigned classes or programs. 5. Explains and demonstrates activity techniques to all class or program participants. 6. Maintains a safe environment for participants. 7. Provides general customer service and communicates with the public regarding fees, policies, rules and general information about the facility or event. 8. Represents the City of Casper by responding to the public, citizens, its employees, and others in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner while continuously maintaining a positive customer service demeanor. 9. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level. Knowledge (position requirements at entry): Knowledge of: • Customer service principles. • Technical fundamentals of a specialized class or program in areas such as athletics, cultural arts, dance, arts and crafts, ice skating, fitness, martial arts, sports, etc., appropriate for various age groups. • Teaching principles. • Basic first aid. Abilities (position requirements at entry): Ability to: • Work a variety of shifts including weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed. • Work independently. • Routinely demonstrate the City of Casper core values. • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. • Be flexible with assignments which may change. • Create and implement lesson plans. • Respond calmly in high stress situations. • Teach diverse groups of people. • Explain, demonstrate, and clarify information to others. • Plan, organize, and instruct a specialized class or program. • Maintain a neat and professional appearance. • Communicate effectively verbally and in writing. • Follow written and verbal instructions and direction. • Follow all City safety rules and procedures and immediately report all accidents/incidents or unsafe conditions to a supervisor. Skills (position requirements at entry): Skill in: • Customer service. • Class instruction in a specialized area of expertise. • Class time management. • Leading, motivating, and training program participants. • Demonstrating patience. • Operating in a courteous, knowledgeable and tactful manner with customers, staff and the general public. • Oral and written communication sufficient to exchange or convey information and receive work direction. • Working enthusiastically with groups of children or adults. Training, Experience & Certifications LEVEL I - EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE: • Must be at least 16 years of age. • Minimum of six months experience in a specialized class or program such as dance, arts and crafts, ice skating, fitness, martial arts, sports, etc. preferred. LEVEL I - LICENSING and CERTIFICATION: • Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certifications within six (6) months of hire preferred. LEVEL II - EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE: • High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) preferred • Must be at least 18 years of age. • Minimum of two years of experience in a specialized class or program such as dance, arts and crafts, ice skating, fitness, martial arts, sports, etc. preferred. LEVEL II - LICENSING and CERTIFICATION: • Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certifications within six (6) months of hire preferred. • Certification in special area of instruction relating to dance, arts and crafts, ice skating, fitness, martial arts, sports, etc. or a professional level of experience within specialized area. Supplemental Information & Physical Requirements The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. This position may be eligible to naturally progress to a Recreation Instructor II. Prior to any natural progression, a Department Head must justify that there is an operational need, and budget accordingly, prior to an incumbent obtaining the necessary requirements, or regularly performing work at the higher level. Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Employment with the City of Casper is contingent upon a successful background screen and pre-employment drug test. Applicants who have failed a pre-employment screen or have been terminated from the City of Casper are ineligible for employment consideration for 12 months. You will become eligible for consideration 12 months from the date of your incident (pre-employment screen or termination). As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must utilize direct deposit for payroll purposes. Driving records are required for all new employees regardless of the position's driving requirements. If the employee has not held a Wyoming driver's license for the last three years, the employee must provide at their own initiation and expense a driving record from their previous state(s) of residence. Physical and Environmental Conditions: City of Casper employees that perform safety sensitive tasks are subject to pre-employment and/or random drug testing. These tasks include, but may not be limited to: • Emergency response/rescue • Handling or working with hazardous materials, including chemicals as well as solid and liquid waste • Operating or maintaining water and wastewater systems • Maintaining City computer and data systems including networks, servers, communication systems, etc. • Driving for the City of Casper, whether essential or non-essential • Operating power-driven machinery or equipment • Handling confidential information, including personnel, health, financial, or attorney-client information • Working with or around children Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body, which may differ based on area of focus. Incumbents may instruct classes indoors or outdoors in an environment that has inadequate lighting; intense noise; extreme temperatures, contact injury, and exposure to chemicals, depending on the nature of the class being instructed on. Employees may also be subject to environmental hazards such as disruptive or angry people or responding to stressful conditions including providing first aid. The City of Casper does not offer any benefits for employees who hold regular part-time positions who do not meet minimum hours worked. For more details, contact Human Resources at (307) 235-8421.
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