About Evergreen Park & Recreation District

The mission of the Evergreen Park & Recreation District is to improve the quality of life of the Evergreen community by providing a wide range of excellent, financially responsible park and recreation amenities and programs while maintaining and enhancing the area's mountain character.

EPRD is one of the largest employers in the Evergreen area.  We have 40 full-time employees and over 200 part-time/seasonal staff.  We post all opportunities on our website, so check back regularly for updates.

EPRD is a fun environment to work in so whether you enjoy working with kids, sports, fitness, parks, aquatics, etc., we may have a position for you!

Nature of Work

Under the direction of the Recreation Supervisor-Gymnastics, this position is responsible for organizing and

conducting all recreation and team-level programs, instructing classes, and supporting the Gymnastics

Supervisor with administrative and supervisory duties.

Essential Functions

• Maintain a strong focus on both internal and external guest service.
• Establish preschool, recreational level, or team programs.
• Teach all groups through all rotations that are considered safe by current standards.
• Explain and demonstrate age appropriate gymnastics skills.
• Observe and assist participants in acquiring new skills.
• Provide class schedules for front desk and other staff.
• Set up equipment specific to each class.
• Check equipment and gym regularly to ensure a safe environment for participants.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, payments, and participant progress.
• Report accidents and injuries that occur during class.
• Administer first-aid as necessary.
• Inform parents of program policies and information.
• Provide input for seasonal programming, budget, and marketing.
• Attend trainings, clinics, and conferences to learn new or different ideas.
• Find substitutes for classes when not available.
• Organize and maintain gym.
• Answer phones and return messages as needed.
• Prepare administrative paperwork for all gymnastics program.
• Meet all requirements of Gymnastics' Coordinator 1.

Management & Supervisory Duties

• Train employees by teaching spotting skills, refining staff techniques, and ensuring staff attendance in spotting clinics.
• Establish and maintain professional working relationships with District personnel, the public, and representatives of other agencies.
• Meet with program staff as needed and assist with staff substitute coverage.
• Provide staff evaluation input to the Gymnastics Supervisor.

Illustrative Examples of Duties

• Set up and clean up for daily circuits or classes.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to create materials for upcoming events and program communication.
• Record attendance and participant progression.
• Complete assigned duties in a timely manner.
• Check equipment and conduct inventory regularly basis to ensure a safe environment for class participants.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Maintain strong customer service orientation.
• Use current systems to track participation, revenue, and other metrics.
• Create weekly outline of themes and circuits for instructors to use.
• Support participants physically as needed, including extended periods of standing or spotting.

Knowledge

• Expert knowledge of instructional methods, practices, equipment, and techniques relating to gymnastics programs.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable class curriculum and lesson plans.
• Physical education instruction skills
• Intermediate MS Office and computer skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Knowledge of District policies and procedures.

Abilities

• Transfer specialized knowledge to class participants.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Instruct participants safely and effectively to achieve goals.
• Perform work in an indoor environment with frequent interruptions or distractions.

Required Training, Experience & Qualifications

• Four (4) year degree in Physical Education, Recreation, Early Childhood Education, or equivalent education and experience.
• CPR/AED, and First-Aid Certification, or have the ability to obtain within six-months (6) of employment.
• KAT Safety Certification through USAG or equivalent
• MELPD through USAG
• Five (5) years program coordination experience
• Five (5) years coaching experience

The Evergreen Park & Recreation District is an equal opportunity employer.

EPRD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.