Recreation Instructor; Non-Union

Recreation Instructor

Duluth Parks & Recreation is proud to serve our community with programs and activities year‑round, throughout our parks for all ages and abilities. This position involves helping to develop and conduct outdoor recreation programs that support our efforts to increase public understanding and awareness of recreation opportunities, foster environmental stewardship, and promote the appreciation, enjoyment, and utilization of our facilities and resources.

• Work schedules depend on season and availability; schedules may vary week‑to‑week to include daytime, evenings, and weekends.
• Support and facilitate a wide range of recreation program offerings, including indoor pickleball attendant, toddler play time, hiking, ice rink attendant, community events, youth sport sessions, and other recreation programs.
• All training provided; prior experience planning and leading activities is valuable.

Recreation Instructors develop and conduct outdoor recreation programs that support Duluth Parks & Recreation’s efforts to increase public understanding and awareness of recreation opportunities, foster environmental stewardship, and the appreciation, enjoyment, and utilization of our facilities and resources.

• Assist in planning and organizing recreational activities and special events.
• Supervise and monitor scheduled recreational activities and special events.
• Conduct necessary set‑up and takedown of required equipment before and after activities.
• Provide a safe, fun, and supportive learning environment for all participants.
• Contribute to evaluating recreation programs with other staff and affiliated co‑sponsoring agencies.
• Assist with recreation programs; effectively communicate and engage with youth, families, adults, and the general public.
• Effectively monitor participant behavior to maintain order and safety.
• Provide exceptional customer service; answer questions promptly and follow‑up as required.
• Maintain control of recreation program participants while identifying individual needs.
• Communicate with Recreation Specialist regarding concerns or questions, including safety and improvements to efficiencies and services provided.
• Maintain and organize equipment.
• Inspect equipment and recreation areas to ensure safety and cleanliness and report discrepancies to the division.
• Perform onsite maintenance activities such as shoveling, sweeping, mopping, and general cleaning as needed.
• Be an effective team member by exhibiting self‑motivation, supporting other employees in handling tasks, interacting effectively and respectfully with others, showing a desire to contribute to the team effort, accepting assignments willingly, and completing tasks within agreed‑upon timelines.
• Other duties may be assigned.

• Age Requirement: Must be 18 or older by date of hire.
• License Requirement: Possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D driver’s license or privilege.

Only finalists will be contacted to arrange an interview.

• Criminal history check.
• Driver’s license check.
• Pre‑work screening physical exam.

All final candidates must successfully complete and pass the City’s pre‑employment process before their first day of employment.

The City of Duluth is an equal‑opportunity and veteran‑friendly employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, disability, genetic information, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

Veteran, disabled veteran, spouse of disabled veteran, or spouse of deceased veteran may be eligible for preference points. Preference points will be added to the applicant’s score only if the applicant successfully completes all phases of the exam process and Human Resources has received all supporting documentation.

Entry level

Temporary

Other – Government Administration