Nordic Instructor – Winter Seasonal

Salary: $20.50 – $23.00 Hourly

Location : Breckenridge, CO

Job Type: Winter Seasonal

Job Number: 2023-00111

Department: Recreation

Division: REC – GCO – Nordic Operations

Opening Date: 09/01/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

Position Summary

The Town of Breckenridge Recreation Department is seeking a dedicated and customer service-oriented individual for the position of Nordic Instructor – Winter Seasonal. This position is responsible for assisting in the creation & implementation of various programs and services to guests of the Recreation Department. Primary responsibilities include conducting safe and effective Nordic ski programming and performing basic administrative duties including cash handling, customer service, and equipment management/rentals. Implementation of programs and services involves setting up and preparing assigned facility space and equipment, performing light maintenance duties, and ensuring safety, and collecting evaluations and patron feedback.

Individuals in this position are responsible for greeting Nordic center guests, providing information about recreation department programs and services, assisting customers with rental equipment, and assisting with special events and programming. This position is also involved with the hands-on, day-to-day operations at Gold Run Nordic Center, including guest service, facility and equipment operations and maintenance, delivery of programs and services, safety, and risk management. This position instructs Nordic and cross-country skiers of varying abilities in a variety of programs, clinics, activities, and workshops. The ideal candidate should have a strong Nordic background including teaching experience, equipment and pro shop rentals and sales, and overall knowledge of a Nordic facility.

Essential Job Functions
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Town of Breckenridge Core Values:

The Town’s Core Values are imbedded in who we are, how we work, and how we inspire and support each other and the community.

Community:

We serve the Breckenridge community and lead others through our everyday actions and cultivate an environment where everyone is valued, respected, and heard.

Adaptability:

We are agile and responsive to the changing needs of our community and embrace opportunities for growth.

Integrity:

We are honest and trustworthy leaders who rely on our shared community values to make ethical decisions and conduct ourselves in a transparent and professional manner.

Communication:

We listen and communicate effectively in order to serve our community and build collaborative, meaningful, and sustainable relationships and solutions.

Stewardship:

We are trusted stewards of the Town’s financial, environmental, and community resources by responsibly and sustainably utilizing and conserving our resources for future generations.

Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have High School diploma or GED.
• Must possess/demonstrate ability to cross country ski.
• One (1) or more years of customer service experience required.
• One (1) or more years of cash handling experience required.
• To qualify for this position, the candidate or employee must pass a criminal background check.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES OR EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:

• Basic CPR, AED, and First Aid Certifications are required within 60 days of hire.
• Preventing Disease Transmission (PDT) required within 60 days of hire.
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to obtain CO Driver’s License within 5 days of hire.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS/LICENSES/EXPERIENCE:

• One (1) or more years of Nordic skiing instructional experience desired.
• One (1) or more years of experience instructing youth and/or adults (beginners to advanced) preferred.
• PSIA (Professional Ski Instructors of America) Level 1, 2 or 3 certification is preferred.

Additional Information
Typical Hiring Pay Range: $20.50 – $21.75 per hour.

SENSITIVITY STATUS
Because the Town’s Recreation Department positions may involve direct contact with children, the Town requires that the incumbent in this position must have a clear criminal history that bears on their fitness to have responsibility for the safety and well-being of children.

WORK SCHEDULE
Primary shifts for this position generally include six to nine (6-9) hour shifts daily between the hours of 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; shifts may occasionally extend as late as 8:00 p.m. depending on the program being offered. Individuals in this position must be flexible in terms of availability; and may on occasion be required to work other shifts as needed, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays.

Must be available to work through the winter seasonal period established by the Recreation Department, which generally extends through the beginning of April. All interested applicants must be available to work through this date, although all work schedules, hours and dates of work are at the discretion of the Town and may be altered at any time.

This position is ‘Open Until Filled’. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until suitable candidates are selected.

Potential Housing Available

The Town of Breckenridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are selected for hire, the Town will provide a conditional job offer and check your references and conduct a background review before confirming your job offer and scheduling your orientation. If pre-employment drug-testing; medical testing; credit check; Motor Vehicle Record; Colorado Bureau of Investigation background review; or, other background reviews are required, the Town generally makes a conditional offer of hire based on successful completion of these additional steps.

The Town of Breckenridge strives to offer competitive and diverse benefit options, in addition to those benefits required by law. For eligible “Winter Seasonal” employees, these options may include Personal Leave, Paid Holidays & Wellness/Recreational benefits.

For further information click: Winter Seasonal Benefits.

01

Are you 18 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

02

Did you receive a High School Diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have one (1) or more years experience working in a customer service oriented position?

• Yes
• No

04

Please select the answer below that best describes the number of years of experience you have had working in a customer service oriented position:

• No experience
• 1 year
• 2-3 years
• 4+ years

05

Do you have one (1) or more years of cash handling experience?

• Yes
• No

06

Please select the answer below that best describes the number of years of work related experience you have had cash handling:

• No experience
• 1 year
• 2-3 years
• 4+ years

07

Do you have a valid Colorado Driver’s License or can you obtain one within 5 days of being hired?

• Yes
• No

08

Please select all of the daily shifts between the hours of 8:30am-4:30pm you would be available: (check all that apply)

• Monday
• Tuesday
• Wednesday
• Thursday
• Friday
• Saturday
• Sunday
• None of the above

09

Please describe your Nordic skiing skills and experience:

10

How many years of experience do you have instructing youth?

• No experience
• 1 to 2 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 5+ years

11

How many years of experience do you have instructing adults?

• No experience
• 1 to 2 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 5+ years

12

Do you have, or have you ever held a PSIA Nordic Level 1, 2, or 3 Ski Instructor Certification?

• Yes
• No

13

Is your PSIA certification, if held, current?

• Yes
• No
• n/a

14

If applicable, please describe the level of certification you hold:

Required Question