Salary: $24.14 – $29.51 Hourly
Location : Tacoma, WA
Job Type: Part-time, 29 hrs per week or less
Job Number: GolfIns2023
Department: Parks and Recreation
Opening Date: 09/19/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Description
Work where you play!
Join our team at Metro Parks Tacoma to put your skills to use serving your community and making Tacoma a vibrant, healthy, and welcoming place to live.
Who We Are
Metro Parks Tacoma (MPT) is a CAPRA-accredited and AZA-accredited, independent park district that leads efforts to build a healthy, sustainable community. Located in Tacoma, Washington, Metro Parks’ mission is to create healthy opportunities to play, learn, and grow. The independent park district spans the city providing a wide range of life-enriching destinations and services, including 70+ parks, 80+ miles of trails, 1,000+ acres of urban forest, 66 playgrounds, four community centers, Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, Point Defiance Park, and much more. Our work is guided by eight core values that are the foundation of our actions and goals: innovation, excellence, equity, inclusiveness, sustainability, accountability, safety, and fun.
Why You’ll Love it HereCome work with us and work where you play! You will contribute to the overall vitality and well-being of your community when you work for Metro Parks Tacoma, and you’ll do so as part of a supportive team of committed, passionate, and mission-driven professionals. The people of Metro Parks are the key to its success, and you just might be the next great addition to our team. On top of that, you’ll wake each day knowing that you’re helping make Tacoma a great place to call home.
Position Information
Under the guidance of the Golf Player Development Coordinator, the Golf Instructor – Level 1 will assume the role of a golf instructor and program facilitator for Meadow Park Golf Course group programming. The golf programming operates year-round with scheduled breaks. This role involves collaborating with various community partners such as The First Tee of South Puget Sound, Tacoma School District, Club B and Beyond the Bell after school programs. This position also requires proficiency in operating a shuttle van to transport participants for golf programs and activities.
The Golf Player Development Team is comprised of dedicated and skilled individuals committed to delivering engaging and impactful community-based golf programs to the youth and adults of Tacoma. These programs promote a love for golf, healthy lifestyles, individual responsibility, competition, and sportsmanship. Activities range from after-school programing, youth golf camps, youth golf classes, youth PGA Jr League, adult golf classes and adaptive golf classes.
In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to:
- Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
- Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers.
- Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
- Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
- Observe applicable safety requirements, use safety equipment provided, implement appropriate safety practices at all times and report immediately any unsafe working conditions or hazards.
Essential Duties
- Provide high-quality golf instruction to both youth and adult group programming that aligns with program objectives.
- Communicate effectively and professionally with families regarding schedules and access to golf course facilities.
- Maintain a welcoming atmosphere and oversee check-in/out procedures for youth programming.
- Assist with the setup of golf camps and classes.
- Drive a shuttle van as needed to transport youth participants to golf course.
- Perform visual inspections and operational checks on shuttle van, and report any issues with the shuttle van to the Golf Player Development Coordinator
- De-escalate situations in a professional manner to ensure program safety, providing guidance and instruction as needed to support enrolled youth.
- Participate in staff training sessions when available.
Minimum Qualifications
- Ability to interact professionally with diverse groups, including colleagues, clients, and community members.
- Valid Washington State driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Ability to operate a shuttle van safely and responsibly.
- Basic knowledge of golf equipment and terminology.
- Prior experience in teaching, coaching, or leading group activities is a plus.
- First Aid and CPR certification is preferred.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
Additional Information
- Strong passion for golf and a desire to share that enthusiasm with others.
- Flexibility to adjust instructional approaches to meet the needs of diverse participants.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
- Observe applicable safety requirements, use safety equipment provided, implement appropriate safety practices at all times, and immediately report any unsafe working conditions or hazards.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Physical Abilities:
- Standing for extended periods of time.
- Walking, kneeling or crouching, demonstrating proper form.
- Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
Environment:
- Working outdoors at Meadow Park Golf Course.
- Noise, dust, pollen and insects.
- Driving the shuttle van to transport youth participants.
- Potential for emergency medical situations.
METRO PARKS TACOMA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, political affiliation, disability or any other merit factor. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.
MPT employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
MPT is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource at
Employment is subject to a national background check.
This position is an at-will position with no written or implied contractual agreement.
Enrollment in the the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) through the Washington State Department of Retirement Services (DRS) may be mandatory.
Sick Leave: 1 hour earned for every 40 hours worked.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) –SupportLinc provides emotional wellbeing and work-life balance resources to keep you at your best. Administered by CuraLinc Healthcare, the program offers guidance to help you address and resolve everyday issues at no cost to you or your family. Features include:
Kinside – A child care benefit, connecting you with open spots and discounts of up to 20 percent at top daycares, preschools, camps and after school programs.
Community Center Fitness Pass – All Metro Parks Tacoma employees get a Staff Pass to use at our community centers.The All Center Pass allows access to all four centers – Center at Norpoint, Eastside Community Center, People’s Center and STAR Center – plus three indoor pools, all semi-outdoor fitness classes, and our exciting new online virtual community center.
Note: THIS BENEFIT OVERVIEW IS FOR INFORMATION ONLY AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. ANY PROVISION CONTAINED HEREIN MAY BE MODIFIED AND/OR REVOKED WITHOUT NOTICE.