Salary: $18.15 - $25.05 Hourly
Location : Bellevue, WA
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: 24-00201
Department: Parks and Community Services
Division: PCS Recreation Entrprse Tennis
Opening Date: 06/10/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
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Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the "Hiring Process" section below to learn more.
Job Summary

Robinswood Tennis Center is Hiring for Summer Programs! We are hiring multiple Seasonal Tennis Instructor 1's to deliver classes and coaching for programs at Robinswood Tennis Center.

Role/Distinguishing Characteristics
This is the first level of a two-level Instructor series. At this level, the position works under limited supervision but has discretion to make decisions about the lesson plans, delivery of course/workshop materials and the general content of skill building and lesson/training plans. This role is distinguished from the Recreation Assistant classifications in that the focus of the job duties are on coaching, instructing or teaching versus the general support and facilitation of a parks, recreation or community services program.
Recreation Instructor 2 is the advanced level of this job series and is restricted to specific, defined instructor roles that require specialized and extensive experience and/or certification.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach, instruct, or coach participants; provide guidance and support to activity participants.
• Lead, train and coordinate program activities, lesson plans, drills and/or skill development.
• Supervise activity; maintain and secure class roster.
• Oversee program/activity participants; provide instruction, direction and assistance as needed.
• Ensure program/facility rules, policies and procedures are followed; maintain and enforce safety standards.
• Collect data, maintain records, develop reports and assist program staff with other administrative support tasks.
• Develop schedules, calendars and statistical information.
• Ensure proper use, care, and storage of program equipment Assist with program and event registration; provide general front desk support.
• Respond to community and participant inquiries; provide information about recreation programs, activities and services.
• Assist with the promotion and communication of assigned program.
• May work in more than one assignment in the department.

Supervision Received and Exercised:

• Typically receives occasional or limited supervision but generally works within standard operating procedures.
• May have lead responsibilities and will assign and oversee the work of assistant instructors, other staff and/or volunteers.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in assigned activity or program or in the general recreation field
• Previous experience coaching, leading or teaching groups preferred.
• Or any equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• First Aid, CPR or similar certification or training may be required for some positions.
• Appropriate certification, when applicable, may be required.

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The noise level is relative to the work environment and may be quiet while in the office or moderately loud in a gym, pool, classroom or when outside or in a farm environment.
• Job environment may be indoors and/or outdoors and may involve working in inclement weather.
• Hours may vary and may require weekends, evenings and holidays.

HIRING PROCESS
The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably, the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name, address, and other demographics. To help us, please complete the online application form as fully as possible.

• Answer the Questions when requested and can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
• We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage, unless otherwise stated in the job description.
• Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• All positions the completion of references checks, including at least one prior supervisor.
• Some positions may require completion of a criminal background check prior to start employment
• Some positions may require obtaining a commercial driver's license (CDL), licensures, or additional certifications.

At the City of Bellevue, you'll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The five essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions, our interactions, and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: exceptional public service, stewardship, commitment to employees, integrity, innovation and diversity, equity & inclusion. You'll work in an environment that is innovative, collaborative, future focused, and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. It's what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work, live, and explore.

Have we piqued your interest yet? Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.
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Seasonal, part-time, and variable employees have no benefits except for mandatory participation in the retirement plan assigned to the position, which will be the Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (MEBT II) retirement plan or the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement plan, and any other benefits as required by law.