The City of McMinnville

Position Summary

The City of McMinnville's Parks and Recreation Department is looking for a Gymnastics Instructor for our Parent & Child, Pre-K, and Elementary age classes. Our ideal candidate has experience working with children, experience in gymnastics (teaching/coaching or as a gymnast) and brings their positive and fun attitude to their work.

On-the-job training and curriculum assistance will be provided. Typically Parent & Child/Pre-K classes are held Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:00am-1:00pm; Elementary ages classes are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:00-7:30pm. Our gymnastics program is a year-round activity.

Using the job application and supplemental questions, please share a bit about yourself and your experience. We are excited to meet you!

Essential Job Functions

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for instruction of class in a given field of skill or talent to participants.
• Assist in developing ideas for new class programs in order to offer a quality program.
• Knowledge of and ability to operate required equipment for class.
• Provide customer service to patrons.
• Maintain a safe and controlled environment.
• Maintain records and reports, including participant usage records.
• Act in a professional manner at all times, must be able to work with patrons of all ages and backgrounds.

GENERAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other agencies, and the public.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the classification.
• Participate in committees when requested.
• Maintain proficiency in job requirements which may include attending training and meetings, reading materials, and meeting with others in areas of responsibility, which may require travel.
• Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly manner.
• Maintain confidentiality, data integrity, and comply with all related city, state, and federal standards related to confidentiality.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the duties as described.

Knowledge of:

• Curriculum for designated class and/or program of focus.
• General principles of instruction/teaching.

Skill and Ability to:

• Multitask, problem solve, and remain clam in tense situations.
• Walk, climb, bend, and stoop to complete tasks.
• Exemplify traits that reflect the City’s culture, including integrity, a customer service orientation, cultural competency, trustworthiness, flexibility and a willingness to change.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS OR LICENSES:

• Must have a current certification, if applicable to class or program
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification (within 60 days of hire)

PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES/TRAINING:

Bilingual Spanish/English

Supplemental Information

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The position requires some (40-60%) ability to use dexterity and fine motor skills. Occasional (21-50% of the time) use of office equipment. The position requires moderate (40-60%) physical effort such as lifting, carrying, or movement, etc. Movements required to complete work require high degree of speed, agility, hand eye coordination and equipment operation. The work environment is protected with only some occasional hazards or obstacles (20–40%). There is a moderately low level of personal risk or hazard. Job conditions are occasionally uncomfortable, with moderate (20-40%) issues of confinement, temperature change, incident of noise, or interactions of a disagreeable nature, inside/outside work, dirty conditions, exposure to contagious disease, etc. Position may have some responsibility for driving.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervision of others is not a typical function assigned to this position. May provide training and orientation to newly assigned personnel and may assign work to recreation assistants.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Works under the general direction of the Recreation Manager or Recreation Supervisor.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Required documents must be provided at the time of application. Please remove any personal information such as photographs, date of birth, gender, social security number, and other protected information from your documents. Documents containing protected information will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Finalists for this position will be subject to a computerized criminal history check, driving record check (if driving is required for position), and education/certification verification. Adverse background information will be reviewed and could result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer or termination of employment.
• The City of McMinnville does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.
• Positions are subject to budget consideration and approval. For the candidate who is hired into this position, salary placement will be based on guidelines in the handbook or association agreement (as applicable) to assess education and experience. For this reason, please be sure to include everything in your application that you want considered towards placement.

The City of McMinnville only accepts applications through our online application system at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Mcminnville. We want you to be successful in applying with us. We highly encourage you to complete and submit your application in advance of the deadline. For technical assistance, please call (855) 524-5627.

The City of McMinnville is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation (e.g., assistive listening devices)

to participate in the recruitment and/or selection process should contact Vicki Hedges, Human Resources Director.

The City of McMinnville is proud to hire veterans.

Applicants are eligible to use Veteran's Preference in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230 and 408.235; and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Military personnel who expect to be honorably discharged from the military within 120 days of certifying veteran status on this job application, may also request preference. Preference will only be given if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and any special qualifications for the position and they electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

• MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) – OR – Letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating a non-service connected pension. If you need to request a copy of your DD-214, click here.
• Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs.

For information regarding Veteran's Preference qualifications, visit the following website: https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/Pages/veterans-preference.aspx

The City of McMinnville prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at the City of McMinnville are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, age, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, ability, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state and federal law. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

The City of McMinnville is dedicated to fostering a fair and inclusive environment in all aspects of our employment practices, including recruitment, hiring, retention, promotion, and training. We are also committed to supporting leadership development in the broader McMinnville community and working toward a welcoming and respectful atmosphere for everyone. We encourage candidates who align with these principles to join us in contributing to a stronger and more unified McMinnville.

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