Recreation Instructor | Alternative Sports

City and County of Denver

Denver, Colorado, US
Base: $19.80ph; bonus/equity: not specified; benef...
Experience leading sports programming
Experience coaching youth and adults
Reliable personal transportation
This on-call position offers competitive pay of $19.80/hour and opportunities to work with a diverse team of over 11,000 members

Job Summary

  • This on-call position offers competitive pay of $19.80/hour and opportunities to work with a diverse team of over 11,000 members.
  • Instructors will coach groups of 10 or more participants in activities such as trail biking, skateboarding, rock climbing, and disc golf.
  • The role requires maintaining participant safety, inspecting gear, and driving department vehicles including trucks with trailers and mini-buses.

Matching Summary

This on-call position offers competitive pay of $19.80/hour and opportunities to work with a diverse team of over 11,000 members.

Salary

Base: $19.80/hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Eligible for 457b retirement plan (no other additional benefits)

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Experience leading sports programming
  • Experience coaching youth and adults
  • Reliable personal transportation
  • Flexible availability during peak seasons
  • Valid driver's license required

Nice-to-have

  • Bilingual skills for stipend eligibility
  • Wilderness First Aid certification
  • Mountain bike or snowboard instructor credentials
  • Passion for diverse alternative sports
  • Experience with outdoor risk management

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • One year experience in recreation instruction
  • CPR and First Aid certification within 6 months
  • Valid driver's license at time of application

Work Rights

Must have valid work authorization without visa sponsorship

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