Recreation Specialist; Dance Instructor

Overview

Open continuous until filled

The City of Carson’s Parks and Recreation Division is seeking two passionate and experienced Recreation Specialist – Dance Instructors to support our Enrichment Program. This role is ideal for a dedicated dance professional with experience in tap, ballet, or performing arts who enjoys working with the community and inspiring individuals of all ages through movement and artistic expression.

The ideal candidate will play a vital role in delivering high-quality dance instruction as part of our enrichment program. This position requires a commitment of at least two days per week during the fall and spring seasons. The candidate will have prior experience teaching or assisting in a structured dance-based program and be comfortable working with diverse age groups. A degree in Dance, Performing Arts, or a related field is highly desirable.

Work Schedule: Weekday hours will vary between 3:00 PM and 9:00 PM

Age: Must be 18 years old and older

Under general supervision, conduct special interest classes at various recreation centers; this position will also assist the reservations section by inputting and maintaining classes, activities, registration and managing the department's social media pages; and to perform related duties as required.

(These functions are representative and may not be present in all positions in the class. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind related duties and work assignments.)

• Plans, organizes and instructs special interest classes or programs.
• Develops and schedules classes for various age groups.
• Prepares reports on the status of the special interest class or program as needed.
• May be assigned duties as a sports official on an urgency basis.

A typical path to qualification includes completion of formal education sufficient to assure the ability to read and write at the level required for successful job performance and demonstrable proficiency in an appropriate area.

• Special interest area of instruction; correct English usage.

• Effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others and deal tactfully with the public.

Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Positions in this class normally:

• Stand, stoop, reach and bend.
• Require mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate small objects.
• Require performing work, which involves frequent lifting, pushing and/or pulling of objects, which may be approximately 40 pounds and may occasionally weigh up to 60 pounds.

Applications will be screened and evaluated for relevant training and experience. Applications must be complete and include any and all required documents. Only those applicants determined to be among the most qualified may be invited to participate in the recruitment process, which will consist of the following sections:

• SME review, no weight
• Selection Interview, 100%

The Human Resources Department reserves the right to adjust, modify, delete and/or change the above exam types and/or weights. Supplemental questionnaires are used to evaluate applicant’s indicated abilities with the ideal candidate profile. The Human Resources Department reserves the right to invite those amongst the highest scoring to the next phase of the recruitment.

NOTE:

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and qualifying candidates will be interviewed and considered for employment on a "first come-first served" basis. Candidates interested in these positions are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Carson is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and strive to build collaborative teams that reflect the rich diversity of our community.

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