Lead Program Instructor

City of Pocatello, ID • Pocatello, ID

67d

About The Position

The Outdoor Recreation Worker provides customer service, program instruction, education, and guidance to various patrons. This position requires applicants to be 16 years of age or older. The job may require successful completion of a background check. The job requires the ability to maintain a collaborative and cooperative working relationship with elected and appointed officials, other City employees, other organizations, and the general public. Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record. The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, in wet and humid conditions, with areas of dust, odors, mist, gases or other airborne matter. Employees work in/at places where they are exposed to mechanical hazards. This position works: days, evenings, and weekends as required.

Requirements

• Applicant must be 16 years of age or older
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Basic First Aid certification may be required
• Wilderness First Responder certification may be required
• CPR certification may be required
• Swift Water Rescue, American Mountain Guide Association or Professional Ski Instructors of America - Nordic certification may be required
• Idaho Driver's license is required
• An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may be considered

Responsibilities

• Lead Program Instructor manages other instructors, customers & volunteers in a variety of conditions and for extended periods.
• Provides supervision to 1-3 other division workers on a regular basis.
• Provides training to entry-level staff.
• Extensive experience in multiple relevant outdoor disciplines such as climbing, whitewater, Nordic ski, endurance events and resource management and 3-5 years of experience leading programs is required.
• Highest levels of certification required, including Swift Water Rescue, Wilderness First Responder, American Mountain Guide Association or Professional Ski Instructors of America - Nordic.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED