ATHLETIC INSTRUCTOR

JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Recreation Supervisor, the Athletic Instructor shall be responsible for the instructional phase of any athletic or sport-oriented program, enforcing Park District policies regarding programs, conducting a safe and beneficial program, and act in the best interest of the Park District while on duty. The H-F Park District’s mission statement is “to enhance the quality of life through diverse recreational opportunities, facilities and parks while caring for the environment”.ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:- Provide outstanding customer service to our internal and external guests by providing friendly, responsive, courteous and helpful service.- Conduct a safe and educational program.- Develop a lesson plan for the program.- Supervise any athletic assistants employed in the program.- Keep Recreation Supervisor informed of the progress of the league.- Be responsible for the general conduct at any facility or park at which the program meets.- Be responsible for all equipment used in program.- To be cooperative and develop a good relationship with the public.- To enforce the rules and regulations as set forth by the Park District Board of Commissioners pertaining to all recreation programs.- Solicit comments, suggestions and recommendations from the participants in the program and relay them to the Recreation Supervisor.- Adheres to all policies and procedures as outlined in the Safety Manual.- Other related job duties as assigned.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:STANDING: FrequentSITTING: OccasionalWALKING: FrequentLIFTING: Occasional up to 50 lbs.STOOPING: OccasionalREACHING: OccasionalCLIMBING: OccasionalVERBAL: Communicate with groups, and one-on-oneVISION: Read, instruct, and watch for safety concernsCOGNITIVE SKILLS REQUIRED:- Ability to instruct, organize, understand youth and what they can and cannot do.- Fill out forms.JOB SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:- Expertise and knowledge in the sport.EDUCATION AND TRAINING:- High school graduate and at least 18 years of age.Part-Time Benefits:Discounted individual fitness membership at Racquet Fitness CenterDiscounted golf fees and driving range tokens at Coyote RunIndividual admission to open skate at H-F Ice ArenaIndividual Lions pool pass20% off (1) facility rental/year20% off birthday party package for child(ren)20% off program feesIrons Oaks ropes course & climbing towerIndividual ski rental at Irons Oaks (cross-country skiing)457 Retirement PlanParticipation in Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund - only available if required minimum hours are met (work more than 1,000 hours in a year).Paid CPR/AED training and certification.Additional benefits for facility employees only.Paid Leave Time Off #J-18808-Ljbffr