What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rock Wall Instructor position at Apex Park and Recreation District?
Coaches/instructs members in the sport of indoor rock climbing at Apex Park and Recreation District:
• Responsible for teaching climbing classes on a weekly basis.
• Demonstrates, instructs, and actively supervises participants during lessons, classes, activities and events.
• Responsible for assisting and supporting the Rock Wall Lead as well as the Recreation Coordinator.
• Maintains a safe and secure environment for all participants.
• Accountable for whereabouts of members at all times.
• Uses appropriate disciplinary techniques with participants and logs all incidents.
• Accurately keeps daily attendance and maintains necessary records.
• Other responsibilities include general maintenance of the climbing wall and auto belays.
• Effectively interacts and communicates with parents, supervisor, co-workers and participants.
• Accounts for and maintains all supplies and equipment.
• Must be able to remain composed in emergency situations and make sound judgment decisions during emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Reports directly to Recreation Coordinator.
• Additional duties may be assigned as needed.
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to provide excellent guest service to participants in the program, as well as to members and guests of Apex Park and Recreation.
• Ability to communicate effectively when enforcing policies, rules and regulations.
• Must have knowledge of various sports including: rules, skills, concepts, and game play.
• Knowledge of developing sportsmanship. • Ability to work with parents.
• Ability to manage time.
• Ability to speak/write/understand English.
• Ability to evaluate conditions in assigned area and make judgments related to safety.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Clean and neat appearance.
• Effective interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution skills.
• Have and maintain acceptable background information, including criminal conviction history.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS - in addition to the required minimum qualifications:
• 1-2 years previous rock climbing experience.
• Knowledge of basic knots, ability to build a safe anchor, advanced understanding of climbing techniques.
• Experience working with children 5 years and older.
• Available to work the entire class duration dates/time.
• Knowledge of sports and coaching/teaching.
• Current Red Cross or equivalent CPR, AED and First Aid certifications.
• Knowledge of injury prevention and treatment.
• Knowledge of principles for teaching sports skills.
• Knowledge of organizing practices.
• Knowledge of warm-up and physical conditioning.
No specific education requirement. All levels welcome. WORKING CONDITIONS – Required Physical and Mental Effort and Environmental Conditions:
• Must have sufficient strength, agility, stamina, and flexibility to lift, carry or move a variety of objects up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work while crouching, kneeling, bending, stooping, or assisting children for long periods of time.
• Must have sufficient hearing to be able to hear and discriminate differing sounds in a variety of situations.
• Sufficient vision to be able to discriminate between colors, size, and type of objects and people, both close and distant.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high
NOTE: This job announcement outlines the primary responsibilities, but there’s always room to grow and shine as part of our team. This position may be involved in additional exciting projects as assigned.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage qualified individuals from all backgrounds, including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans, to apply. Our organization values the unique perspectives and experiences that a diverse workforce brings, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
Salary : $16 - $24
