Closing date: Open until filled

Benefit Type: Part time, non benefited

Benefits available:  For a full description of our benefits, please click here. 

About the job:

This position will teach children the basics of spring board diving both on the low board and high board in the following areas: approach, hurdle, take-off, front jumps and dives. This instructor is responsible for organizing lesson plans in a progressive and safe manner.

A day in the life:

• Instructs assigned classes, programs and activities.
• Plans, organizes and implements curriculum based upon overall program objectives and guidelines.
• Oversees the safety, comfort and progress of participants.  
• Develops rapport with participants and responds to questions, concerns, etc.
• Collaborates with Coordinator/Management staff to develop, plan and schedule classes.
• Communicates with staff regarding facility, equipment and supply needs.
• Sets up, takes down, and cleans-up after class as required.
• Addresses program specific risk management/safety issues.
• Facilitates inclusion of special needs participants in program.
• Manages accidents and incidents according to procedures.
• Acts as a Mandatory Reporter; reports incidents of child abuse/neglect.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What we’re looking for:

SPECIALTY INSTRUCTOR Required Experience & Training:

1. High School diploma or equivalent; college coursework or vocations training with emphasis in related field preferred; AND
2. Two (2) years of professional level experience in area of specialty area; OR
3. Any satisfactory combination of experience and training.

Supervision Received:

Works under the general supervision of Aquatic Coordinator.

Working Conditions:

• Depending upon job assignment, duties may be performed either indoors or outdoors, which may include working in extreme weather conditions.
• Work schedule generally requires weekday hours with occasional weekends and holidays. 
• Ability to walk and stand for sustained period of time with frequent climbing, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, and twisting.
• The flow of work and character of duties involve normal mental and visual attention much or all of the time. 
• Physical exertion includes frequent walking, bending and the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted, pushing, pulling, and kneeling in order to store, set-up, and clean-up equipment and supplies. 
• Exposure to large crowds, uncooperative or difficult individuals, exposure to illness, and periods of continuous demand. 

Selection Process:

Applicants are screened based upon their relevant knowledge, abilities, skills, experience, and training and willingness to learn the skills required for the position. An offer of employment is contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by Bend Park & Recreation District policies, including a background check and a driving history review when driving is required for position. 

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Bend Park and Recreation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

Bend Park & Recreation District Core Competencies:

All positions with Bend Park and Recreation District are subject to district and position competencies. Below is a list of the most critical competencies for this position. Additional competencies are required for the position and may change based on district needs. A complete list of the competencies is available from Human Resources.

• Accountability • Customer Service Orientation • Safety • Judgment and Decision Making • Teamwork and Cooperation • Results Orientation •