Outdoor Recreation Instructor

Job Description

Job title: Outdoor Recreation Instructor

Company: City of St. John’s

Job description: St. John’s is a progressive city with a strong connection to the past and a positive outlook on the future. As one of the oldest cities in North America we have a unique history, but we are also a growing city with the needs and opportunities of a modern urban population. The City of St. John’s is committed to recruiting world-class talent and expertise to join our City staff, more than 1200 strong, who provide a vast array of valued services to the residents of St. John’s and the metropolitan area. If you are an innovative thinker with a positive attitude and a commitment to quality, we want you to help us make St. John’s a city where people want to live and feel they belong.The OpportunityThe City of St. John’s Recreation Division is currently seeking motivated, enthusiastic, and energetic individuals, who enjoy working outdoors, to work in our Summer Recreation Programs as Outdoor Recreation Instructors facilitating various outdoor programs and activities to groups of all ages.AccountabilitiesOutdoor Recreation Instructors must be comfortable providing leadership and instruction to groups and/or individuals of all ages and skills levels. They will supervise and lead participants through a wide variety of outdoor and watersport activities, as outlined by supervisors. Instructors must possess a strong sense of safety awareness, good oral communication, customer services skills and problem-solving ability.Description disclaimerThe successful applicant will be required to participate in all training programs applicable to this position and other related work. The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.Qualifications

• Experience, or certification in, some or all the following activities: Paddle Sports, Wilderness Survival, Archery and/or Backcountry Camping
• Previous experience working with or instructing group programs with children/youth/adults and/or seniors in a recreational group setting would be considered an asset
• Excellent communication skills and a strong knowledge of group dynamics and team building

Other Requirements

• Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Criminal Record Screening Certificate AND Vulnerable Sector Check (or equivalent) – Dated not more than six months prior to hire
• Must be comfortable in an aquatic setting

Additional Qualifications (provided free for successful candidates if required)

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (CPR Level C)
• Standard First Aid
• HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development Certification
• Paddle Canada Certifications

Working ConditionsThese positions are required to work outside in all types of weather conditions.Physical RequirementsMany of these positions require physical agility and stamina to carry out required duties. Candidates must be comfortable in an aquatic setting as these positions involve activities such as swimming and canoeing.Hours of Work

• Must be available to attend mandatory training. First possible training date beginning June 10 and continuing throughout the month of June. Some training may be offered virtually, evenings and/or weekends.
• Program start and end dates: June 30 – August 29, 2025
• Dates may vary according to placement

Rate of pay effective April 1, 2025.We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. The City of St. John’s does not accept applications in person, by email, fax or mail. Applications will be received up to 12:00 Midnight (Newfoundland Standard Time) on closing date.This City of St. John’s is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the
employment of a qualified workforce which reflects the community’s diversity.Please note you must before attempting to apply for any postion.Address: City Hall, 10 New Gower Street, St. John’s, NL A1C 5M2Phone: ,© 2022 City of St. John’sBrowser Compatibility NotificationIt appears you are trying to access this site using an outdated browser. As a result, parts of the site may not function properly for you. We recommend updating your browser to its most recent version at your earliest convenience.

Location: St. John’s, NL

Job date: Sun, 23 Feb 2025 05:07:43 GMT