Recreation Instructor

Position Type: Part-time Seasonal, Non-Exempt (hourly)

Department: Recreation

Location: Park City, Utah (on-site)

Compensation: Starting at $20.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Join Our Team:

Do you thrive on the thrill of the outdoors and have a passion for empowering others through recreation? At the National Ability Center, we believe adventure has no limits—and neither should the opportunities we create. As we celebrate 40 years of breaking barriers, we’re looking for energetic, adaptable, and team-oriented instructors to help deliver unforgettable adaptive recreation experiences. From scaling indoor climbing walls to guiding cyclists along scenic mountain trails, you’ll play a key role in fostering independence, building confidence, and creating lasting memories for people with disabilities. If you’re ready to turn your love of adventure into meaningful impact, this is the place for you! As one of the largest non-profit outdoor therapeutic recreational programs in the world, our team is dedicated to the national movement of building an Adaptive Nation.

Job Summary:

Recreation Instructors work together to provide the following adaptive programs in the fall and winter: indoor climbing, archery, pickleball, team-building, sled hockey, mountain biking/fat tire biking, Nordic skiing, and snowshoeing (all programs are weather permitting). Programs are offered to both individuals and groups who may be participating one time or returning on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis at our Park City Ranch or surrounding areas. Recreation Instructors are responsible for pre-program planning, program delivery, excellent customer service, and post-program wrap-up. Staff will support all program areas; areas of focus based on previous personal and professional experience will be considered.

This is a part-time, seasonal position from January through April, with approximately 5-20 hours of work per week. There may be an option to continue after April in support of summer programming. It requires a flexible schedule to support programs any day of the week, based on program needs. Current program needs would reflect a variable schedule including Sundays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

Essential Duties:

• Delivers premier recreational and adventure programing to people with and without disabilities.
• Maintains a high level of risk management and provides safe programing for participants using both adaptive and typical equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification (or the ability to obtain within 30 days).
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We do not sponsor employment visas or other immigration processes to attain or maintain employment eligibility.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with people with disabilities.
• 1 year professional or 2 years personal experience in one or more of our program areas.
• Group management and/or behavior management experience.
• Relevant certifications [WFR, EMT, SPI, CTRS].
• Valid Driver’s License.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of a variety of disabilities and ability to communicate effectively and connect with participants and their families.
• Ability to adapt and use innovative solutions to provide personalized experiences for every participant based on their individual needs and goals.
• Self-motivated with initiative to improve processes and promote workplace efficiency.
• Strong work ethic and an entrepreneurial spirit to accommodate multiple responsibilities and shifting priorities in a quick-paced environment.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to support program needs with a proactive and solution-oriented initiative.
• Ability to prioritize work effectively and efficiently under pressure.
• Demonstrated history of responsibility, dependability, and maturity.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to work productively and collaboratively within a team.
• Commitment to a positive, fun, and team-oriented working environment.

Working Conditions:

• Ability to lift and maneuver equipment or persons weighing up to 50 lbs. or more required for loading/unloading equipment and leading or assisting in transfers of persons in/out of vehicles or equipment.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors while running programming activities in various weather conditions, including extreme weather conditions.
• Available and willing to work a non-traditional schedule that will include regular weekends, and occasional evenings and holidays, especially as needed for programs and special events.

Benefits:

• Pro Deals with gear companies 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required.