LEEWAY SAILING INSTRUCTOR (RECREATION LEADER SPECIALIST IV-VI-N/C)

City of Long Beach (CA) • Long Beach, CA

284d

About The Position

The Leeway Sailing Center is looking for amazing Lifeguard/Sailing Instructors! The Leeway Sailing Center was founded in 1929 to teach local youth the basics of sailing, and is regarded as one of the premier municipal instructional sailing programs in the country. The Center's mission is to provide a fun, safe aquatic experience and to teach good sportsmanship and water safety. In addition to the quality sailing instruction, kayaking, and canoeing are also taught. This is an unclassified, non-career position. Unclassified positions with the City do not require applying through the Civil Service process. All communication will be handled through the department. Non-career employees are not typically eligible for health/dental/vision benefits; however, may be eligible for sick leave benefits. Scheduled hours may vary by week on an as-needed basis, not to exceed 1,600 work hours per service year. Non-career employees are not guaranteed a minimum number of work hours. This is an at-will, seasonal, part-time position.

Requirements

• Must obtain American Red Cross CPR and First Aid certification (training will be provided upon hire)
• Must be at least 16 years of age (if under 18, must have valid permit to work)
• Must have access to reliable transportation to and from work

Nice To Haves

• Experience in sailing aquatics, recreation, and/or other related areas is desirable

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and implement various program activities
• Participate with children of various ages during all activities
• Attend all mandatory staff meetings and in-service and training sessions
• Ensure the health, safety and well being of the children in your care at all times
• Adhere to the department dress code by maintaining a neat and clean personal appearance
• Implement the department and site administrative and record keeping policies and procedures
• Perform all other assigned duties as requested by the lead staff and/or supervisor

Benefits

• Sick leave benefits may be available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Economic Programs
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees