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
Valid driver's license required
This on-call position offers competitive pay of $19.80/hour with opportunities to work in Denver's diverse parks and recreation programs

Job Summary

  • This on-call position offers competitive pay of $19.80/hour with opportunities to work in Denver's diverse parks and recreation programs.
  • Instructors are responsible for coaching groups of 8-10 participants or more in activities such as mountain biking, skateboarding, and rock climbing.
  • The role requires maintaining participant safety, driving department vehicles, and performing equipment inspections while delivering high-quality customer service.

Matching Summary

This on-call position offers competitive pay of $19.80/hour with opportunities to work in Denver's diverse parks and recreation programs.

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
  • Valid driver's license required
  • Reliable personal transportation
  • Flexible availability during peak seasons

Nice-to-have

  • Bilingual skills eligible for stipend
  • Wilderness First Aid certification
  • Mountain bike instructor certification
  • Snowboard instructor certification
  • Passion for outdoor alternative sports

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • One year experience in organized recreation instruction
  • CPR and First Aid certification within 6 months of hire
  • Valid driver's license at time of application
  • Ability to drive passenger vans and trucks with trailers

Work Rights

Must have valid work authorization without visa sponsorship

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