Recreation Specialist III - Dance Instructor

City of Fort Lauderdale, FL • FL 33316, FL

76d

About The Position

An employee in this class is responsible for the organization and personal leadership of a variety of recreation activities in an indoor and/or outdoor recreation setting or facility. Assist in overseeing staff who handles organizing and conduction games, sports, social and other recreational activities. Work is normally performed under the general supervision of a higher classified employee who issues written and oral instructions. Work is reviewed by the immediate supervisor; constant supervision is not necessary for routine and repetitive tasks. Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

Requirements

• High school or G.E.D.
• Must be 18 years old or older
• If working as a water aerobics instructor, must possess two (2) years experience in water aerobics instruction, valid American Red Cross CPR for Professional Rescuer certification and First Aid Certificate
• If working at the Aquatic Center, must possess American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification, OR certification as a USA Swimming Certified Coach and US Masters Swimming Coach
• If working as an adult sports official or coach, must possess one (1) year experience in sports instruction or officiating
• If working as a lead event worker, must possess two (2) years experience working with a special events team
• If working as a tennis instructor, must possess one (1) year experience in tennis instruction
• Ability to instruct while adhering to professional standards set for by the U.S. Professional Tennis Association
• Ability to demonstrate 4.0 level of ability in accordance with National Tennis Rating Program
• Preferred U.S Professional Tennis Association or Professional Tennis Registry membership
• If working as a face painter, must possess six (6) months experience in an artistic field
• Candidates must pass a fingerprinting/background screening process prior to employment
• If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form (J-204) to the online application

Nice To Haves

• Dance Instructor experience
• Line Dancing
• Ballroom Dancing

Responsibilities

• Helps in maintaining order and enforcing rules and regulations at recreational facilities
• Assists in maintaining safety and health standards at facilities and during programs
• Selects materials and adopts suitable teaching materials for individual needs
• Sets up and breakdowns of facilities, programs and events
• May be required to instruct adult programs such as art, dance, sports, fitness, etc.
• May serve as a water aerobics instructor
• May serve as a sports official or coach during adult sports
• May serve as a tennis instructor
• May serve as a face painter
• May serve as a lead event worker during the City's special events
• May serve as a team lead when necessary
• May work weekends, nights and holidays
• Provides assistance to Recreation Program Coordinator
• Daily attendance for dance classes
• Prepares and organizes dance skills and routines to be instructed ahead of time for participants of varying levels including the selection of appropriate music for classes
• Demonstrates dance and interpersonal skills and communicates adjustments with the participants
• Provides dances of the month and other requested information in a timely manner
• Completes employee trainings as needed
• Communicates effectively with building manager and program manager as needed
• Fosters a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Performs related work as required

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer
• Drug Free Workplace
• Veterans' preference per Florida law

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees