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Instructor I/II/III - Sports and Outdoor Recreation

James City County
Williamsburg, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/29/2025

Job Summary

16.40 - $40.00 / hour DOQ; On-call positions available.

James City County Parks & Recreation seeks high energy individuals to plan, execute, and instruct sports and / or outdoor recreation classes, camps, trips or other programs for youth and / or adults, on an as-needed basis; year-round and seasonal available. Specifically looking for individuals with experience in a variety of sports and / or outdoor skills (camping, outdoor cookery, hiking, etc.) and water-based adventures (kayaking, canoeing, etc.) for various ages and abilities. Outdoor instructors should be comfortable with adventure-based activities and / or trips. Should feel comfortable leading programs with little to no supervision.

Responsibilities

  • Conducts specific recreation classes, camps, trips or other programs that are age and developmentally appropriate.
  • Prepares site for activity and ensures proper clean-up at end of each class / program; maintains rapport with site staff.
  • Accompanies participants on trips, where applicable.
  • Ensures class records are up-to-date and submitted at the end of class / program; ensures class evaluations are handed out at the end of class / program; ensures class / program goals are met.
  • Oversees proper use of facility, equipment, and supplies; establishes and enforces class / program rules and policies for students.
  • Ensures participant safety; administers first aid when necessary; reports all accidents, incidents and disciplinary concerns to the supervisor.
  • Writes class description and lesson plans of program content; formulates and submits supply sheets and instructional handouts to class participants.

Qualifications :

  • Post offer requirements include a child protective services background check, drug test, and a national criminal / sex offender record check.
  • Must possess, or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Virginia driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record based on James City County’s criteria.
  • May require possession, or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire, First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certifications from the American Red Cross.
  • May require certification(s) in class / program topic, such as archery, canoeing, etc. from approved certifying organization.
  • Knowledge of specialized subject matter of class / program; instructional procedures and practices; knowledge of participant performance level.
  • Skill in leadership (group and individual); teaching techniques, organizing time and assessing participants’ interests and capabilities; communicating both orally and in writing; group facilitation; dealing with difficult and / or emergency situations.
  • Ability to work effectively with youth and adults; plan and direct a quality recreational program; oversee work of others; generate interest of participants in class / program; break down subject matter to teach assigned age / skill groups.
  • Performs work in a variety of indoor / outdoor recreation and county facilities; may require ability to travel among various work sites.
  • Work schedule varies and is dependent upon mutually agreed upon class, camp and / or other program times. Must be able to work flexible schedule, which may include mornings, evenings and / or weekends.

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    Job Description

  • Accepting applications until position is filled. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached, but a  fully completed application is required for your application to be considered.

    • James City County is dedicated to building a diverse workforce and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you need assistance with completing the employment application, please contact the HR Department at 757-253-6680 or email HR.Recruit@jamescitycountyva.gov.

    Salary : $16 - $40

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