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Description
The City of Newark is seeking an experienced skateboarding instructor who can connect with participants of all ages, especially youth and teens. The Recreation Instructor will be responsible for the planning and implementation of skateboarding classes to be held at Mel Nunes Skatepark in Newark. Responsibilities include teaching fundamental techniques, promoting safety, and creating an encouraging environment where participants can build confidence and have fun while learning to skate.
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be Available for a variety of shifts and times to meet program needs including weekends.
- City application (Only accepted via Calopps)
- At least 18 years old at the time of application submission.
- Equivalent to a high school diploma, G.E.D., or California High School Proficiency Examination
- Must successfully pass a TB test before an appointment, which is at your own cost.
- Required to submit to a City Fingerprint Background Investigation.
- Must be able to demonstrate teaching a beginner skateboarding class for youth in a city recreation program that showcases introduction of basic skills and keeps participants engaged, while promoting a fun and safe learning environment.
- Please note that applicants would be required to download and complete the Pre Offer Release and Candidate Reference Form prior to employment. The form is attached for your convenience.
Recruitment Contact:
Zack Radcliffe, Recreation Coordinator
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and passionate about skateboarding, with a commitment to creating a safe, supportive, and fun learning environment for participants of all skill levels.
Under the supervision of the Recreation Coordinator, this position will:
- Monitor the skateboarding area for safety, ensuring that equipment is in good condition and reporting any maintenance or safety concerns.
- Plan and lead engaging skateboarding sessions that cater to a wide range of skill levels, from beginners to more advanced riders.
- Motivate and encourage participants to develop their skateboarding abilities while promoting confidence and safety.
- Demonstrate proper techniques and offer modifications or progressions to accommodate various experience levels and physical abilities.
- Assist in building the skateboarding program by developing lesson plans, class structure, and progression-based curriculum.
* The ideal candidate will work with PRIDE (Personal Service, Resourcefulness, Innovation, Diversity, and Engagement) as part of Newark's dynamic team! *
Benefits
This is a non-benefited, temporary position. Temporary employees will only work up to 1,000 hours per year.
PART-TIME BENEFITS:
- Sick Leave: Five (5) days (40 hours) sick leave per fiscal year. Sick hours do not roll over to the next year and therefore must be utilized or forfeited annually.
- Silliman Activity center use: Temporary employees will have access for themselves to utilize the center to work out in the fitness area, the basketball gymnasium, and the swimming facility during regular program times while they are not scheduled to work. A facility employee application will be filled out upon hire.
RETIREMENT:
- Temporary employees will be required to contribute to a Nationwide Deferred Compensation Plan.
PART-TIME EMPLOYEE STATUS:
- This is a part time position and is therefore considered an “at-will” employee status position. Employment may be terminated with or without cause or notice, at any time, at the will of the City of Newark, in its sole discretion.
- The City of Newark does not participate in Social Security, therefore, the Part-time, Temporary employee will be required to contribute to a Nationwide Deferred Compensation Plan.
Special Instructions
We will make reasonable efforts in all phases of the selection process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department at 510-578-4267 or at hr@newark.org for accommodation requests.
The City of Newark is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of any local, state, or federal protected class.
In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all potential employees are required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States. All new employees are required by law to sign a loyalty oath.