Witt/Kieffer is hiring: Instructor I-Music in Palm Desert

About the Organization

Covering over 1,800 square miles, Desert Recreation District (DRD) provides recreational services to more than 380,000 residents throughout the Greater Coachella Valley. We work with municipalities in a collective effort to assure equitable service delivery to every community regardless of economic means. The District boundary has expanded in recent years to provide barrier-free, safe service to more unincorporated areas of the Coachella Valley and municipalities not previously served.

DRD is responsible for over 30 recreational facilities that include community and fitness centers, sports fields, swimming pools, a golf course and driving range, and various parks and open spaces. In addition, DRD creates and delivers quality programs, services and classes; and, facilitates leisure opportunities through partnerships that encourage residents to engage in healthy lifestyles and wellness activities. In the past year we have offered over 2,800 classes and programs, and more than 200 special events.

EOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

All employment offers made by the District are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidate's legal authorization to work in the United States and successfully passing all components of the pre-employment process which may include, but are not limited to: drug screening, comprehensive background check, criminal history check, employment verification, education verification and physical.

Position Type: Part-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

Hourly/Salary Range: $18.64-$23.28

CLOSE DATE:

DESCRIPTION:

DEFINITION: Under general supervision (Instructor I/II) or direction (Instructor III/IV), provides routine to advanced/specialized instruction in connection with a specific sport, recreation, and/or leisure program, class, and/or activity; conducts lessons and classes tailored to participant interests and abilities; provides demonstration and supervises program participants; continuously supervises and monitors participants to ensure their safety and well-being; maintains various participant/program records and files; and performs related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Receives general supervision (Instructor I/II) or direction (Instructor III/IV) from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:

Instructor I: This is the first working, journey-level, classification in the Instructor series responsible for independently delivering a variety of lessons/classes within a specific sport, recreation, and/or leisure program area, including instructing groups of youth, teens, adults, and/or seniors in structured activities.

Instructor II: This is the second working, journey-level, classification in the Instructor series responsible for independently delivering a variety of lessons/classes within a specific sport, recreation, and/or leisure program area, including instructing groups of youth, teens, adults, and/or seniors in structured activities.

Instructor III: This is the advanced journey-level classification in the Instructor series responsible for performing the more difficult/specialized work assigned to the series, requiring advanced skills and training in the related subject matter area.

Instructor IV: This is the advanced journey-level/specialist classification in the Instructor series responsible for performing the most difficult/specialized work assigned to the series, requiring extensive training and industry certification(s) in the related subject matter area.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Leads, teaches, and conducts sports, recreation, and/or leisure activities, lessons, and classes for groups of youth, teens, adults, and/or seniors throughout the District according to collective ability level of participants.
• Provides technical guidance to participants by demonstrating skills, methods and techniques, ensuring proper form and safety.
• Supervises participants during instruction sessions; maintains class control; monitors activities in and around assigned location/facility to avoid and prevent accidents and ensure the safety and well-being of participants.
• Resolves program issues within established guidelines; suggests program improvements.
• Implements and monitors District procedures with respect to participant safety.
• Works collaboratively with participants and parents to ensure strong and productive relationships and a positive learning environment.
• Receives and responds to questions, concerns, and complaints from participants and the public; determines issue and resolves or refers to appropriate staff for resolution.
• Maintains various participant and program records and files.
• Inspects class sites and/or facilities and equipment for safety and functionality; ensures appropriate use of facilities and equipment; reports maintenance needs to appropriate staff.
• Assists in the encouragement of participation and good sportsmanship.
• Observes and complies with all District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Administers first aid and CPR as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:

• Instructional methods and techniques applicable to assigned subject matter area.
• Methods and techniques of implementing program activities.
• Age and ability-appropriate program content.
• Operations, services and activities of assigned program.
• Principles, practices, procedures, and equipment of assigned subject area.
• General office and business administrative practices.
• Care and proper use of recreational equipment and supplies.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Basic principles and procedures of record keeping.
• District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols, including basic first aid and adult and/or child cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) methods.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and District staff.
• The structure and content of the English language to effectively perform the work.
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination.

Ability to:

• Lead and teach assigned program classes or activities.
• Oversee the operations and activities of assigned program.
• Interpret, and apply facility use policies and procedures.
• Conduct age and ability-appropriate activities.
• Monitor program participants on a continuous basis to ensure safety and well-being, discipline, and order.
• Understand, interpret, and apply all applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed.
• Provide courteous assistance to program participants, parents, patrons, and the general public.
• Maintain facilities and equipment in a clean, safe, and secure manner.
• Maintain accurate logs, records, and basic written records of work performed.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Instructor I/II/III/IV:

Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.

Instructor I:

Experience: One (1) year of experience providing direct instruction/training/coaching to participants in a sports, recreation, and/or leisure program related to the assigned area of responsibility.

Instruction II:

Experience: Two (2) years of experience providing direct instruction/training/coaching to participants in a sports, recreation, and/or leisure program related to the assigned area of responsibility.

Instructor III:

Experience: Three (3) years of experience providing direct instruction/training/coaching to participants in a sports, recreation, and/or leisure program related to the assigned area of responsibility.

Instructor IV:

Experience: Four (4) years of experience providing direct instruction/training/coaching to participants in a sports, recreation, and/or leisure program related to the assigned area of responsibility.

Licenses and Certifications:

Instructor I/II/III/IV:

• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License, to be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of valid certifications in First Aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) for adult, child and infant, to be maintained throughout employment.

Instructor I:

• Successful completion of the District’s proprietary instructor training modules and coursework within six (6) months of hire.

Instructor II:

• Possession of a valid, basic/entry level, license or certification required to perform work in the assigned area of instructional specialty from a national governing body, to be maintained throughout employment.

Instructor III:

• Possession of a valid, intermediate level license or certification related to assigned area of instructional specialty from a national governing body, to be maintained throughout employment.

Instructor IV:

• Possession of a valid, advanced level, license or certification related to assigned area of instructional specialty from a national governing body, to be maintained throughout employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

When assigned to an office environment, must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and visit various District and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone; ability to stand and walk between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.

When working in an external environment, position requires sitting, standing, walking on slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stopping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects averaging a weight of 50 pounds, or heavier weights, in all cases with the use of proper equipment and/or assistance from other staff.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees also work in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, hazardous physical substances and fumes, dust and air contaminants. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

This position is currently accepting applications.

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