JOB
The Cosumnes Community Services District Parks and Recreation Department is seeking qualified individuals for the part-time seasonal position of Recreation Instructor in Aquatics. Scheduled hours are limited to 960 hours per year. Actual hours assigned may be increased or decreased at any time, depending upon the needs of the program or department.
Position Description
Under general supervision, the
Aquatics Recreation Instructor teaches Recreation and Leisure Enrichment classes to a variety of skill and age levels. The Recreation Instructor may teach specialized classes for one or more recreation programs, including the development and implementation of the program curriculum and budget, procurement of program supplies, and assisting with the training of support staff. Functions and responsibilities expected to be performed may vary depending on the area of assignment. Specialized class instructor opportunities include, but are not limited to: Deep Water, Aqua Yoga, Water Stretch, Water Interval Fitness, and more.
Salary Information:
The Recreation Instructor salary range is between
$26.89 - $28.68 per hour. The District typically appoints new employees at step 1 of the salary range. Consideration for an appointment higher than step 1 will be based on experience, education, or the need for unique skills or knowledge, and shall be no more than the mid-point of the salary range.
**This position will remain open until filled. Early submission of applications is strongly encouraged.** EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The following duties are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of a specific statement on duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all the duties listed. Employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level as required.
Recreation Instructor:
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Provides group or private instruction to recreation participants of all ages and skill levels; evaluates participants and teaches according to defined program outlines, descriptions, and goals; maintains course record sheets;
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Makes minor program modifications to match age and abilities of participants as needed;
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Provides and develops new curriculum for District programs, including but not limited to, sourcing vendors for program materials;
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Assists with the update of existing curriculum for District programs;
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Assists in the development of marketing tools, including but not limited to, requesting and reviewing flier and class descriptions;
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Designs and implements training specific to their area of instruction;
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Maintains constant watch over patrons in assigned areas and assists patrons in distress;
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Designs and implements program specific training, provides hands-on instruction to onsite staff as required;
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Required to work shifts, weekends, and holidays.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
THE PROCESS:
Application Review (Pass/Fail): All applicants must complete and submit an application by the final filing deadline. Applications will be reviewed for possession of minimum qualifications and evaluated according to the essential functions of the job and other needs of the position.
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Supplemental Questions: The supplemental questions are considered a part of the application process. All required questions must be completed before the application can be submitted. The supplemental questions will be used to evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of the applicant's education, training, and experience. Depending on the size of the applicant pool, the supplemental questions may be used as part of the supplemental screening.
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Supplemental Screening: The district will review the responses to the supplemental questions of all candidates meeting the minimum qualifications. The most competitive candidates in the applicant pool will be selected to continue in the selection process.
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Interview: The most qualified candidates from the supplemental screening will be invited to participate in a Zoom Panel interview.
Conditional Offer: Candidates selected from the process receive a conditional offer of employment contingent upon the successful completion of the following:
Reference Check: verification of work performance and employment history
Background Check: The State of California, Department of Justice criminal background check and drug screening
Failure to meet these pre-employment requirements will be grounds for withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment.
Please Note: Part-time employment with the District is on an "at-will" basis, meaning the District or the employee may terminate employment at any time with or without cause.
RIGHT-TO-WORK VERIFICATION
Documentation verifying the candidate's legal right to work in the United States will be required and shall be presented upon hire.
ABOUT THE CSD
The Cosumnes Community Services District serves an estimated 221,000 south Sacramento County residents in a 157-square-mile area. Its award-winning parks and recreation services – including the operation of more than 100 parks – operate exclusively within the Elk Grove area of the District. The Cosumnes CSD provides fire protection and emergency medical services throughout the District, including the cities of Elk Grove and Galt and unincorporated areas of south Sacramento County.
Our Vision: Be an innovative, inclusive, and intentional regional leader committed to providing exceptional services that exceed expectations and enhance the quality of life of those we serve.
Our Mission: The District is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of the residents, businesses, visitors, and employees within our diverse community by protecting lives, property, and the environment through superior fire suppression, emergency medical services, fire prevention, and special operations response; and by providing parks and recreation services through well-maintained parks and recreational opportunities for health, wellness, and social interactions.
Our Values:
Safety & Mitigating Risk – We protect District employees, as well as mitigate risk and exposure of the District and the public.
Financial Responsibility – We are an accountable, transparent, and stable Agency as we provide quality services through progressive innovations.
High-Quality Workforce – We develop and train a high-quality workforce with an emphasis on professionalism, diversity, equity and inclusion, succession planning, competency, and organizational growth.
Service to the Community – We deliver the highest levels of service to the residents, visitors, and businesses within the District.
Diversity, Equity & Access – We ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of District work.
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND ANY PROVISION CONTAINED IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE MODIFIED OR REVOKED WITHOUT NOTICE.
The District is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, gender, gender identity or gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, covered veteran/military status, marital status or any other status