Recreation Instructor

About this Position

Duluth Parks & Recreation is proud to serve our community with programs and activities year-round, throughout our parks for all ages and abilities. We are currently accepting applications for the following Recreation Instructor opportunities. To view the types of activities these positions support, view our seasonal program brochure on our website:

General Programs

• Work schedules depend on season and availability; schedule may vary week-to-week to include daytime, evenings, and weekends.
• Support and facilitate a wide range of recreation program offerings, including: indoor pickleball attendant, toddler play time, hiking, ice rink attendant, community events, youth sport sessions, and other recreation programs.
• All training provided; prior experience planning and leading activities is valuable.

Summary/Purpose
Recreation Instructors develop and conduct outdoor recreation programs that support Duluth Parks & Recreation's efforts to increase public understanding and awareness of recreation opportunities, foster environmental stewardship, and the appreciation, enjoyment, and utilization of our facilities and resources.

• Assist in planning and organizing recreational activities and special events.
• Supervise and monitor scheduled recreational activities and special events.
• Conduct necessary set-up and takedown of needed equipment as required prior to and after recreational activities and special events.
• Provide a safe, fun, and supportive learning environment for all participants.
• Contribute to evaluating recreation programs with other staff and affiliated cosponsoring agencies.
• Assist with recreation programs; effectively communicate and engage with youth, families, adults, and the general public.
• Effectively monitor the behavior of participants to maintain order and safety.
• Provide exceptional customer service; answer questions effectively and appropriately, and follow-up as required.
• Maintain control of recreation program participants while identifying individual needs.
• Communicate with Recreation Specialist regarding concerns or questions, including safety and improvements to efficiencies and services provided.
• Maintain and organize equipment.
• Inspect equipment and recreation areas to ensure safety and cleanliness and report discrepancies to the division.
• Perform onsite maintenance activities such as shoveling, sweeping, mopping, and general cleaning as needed.
• Be an effective team member by exhibiting self-motivation, supporting other employees in handling tasks, interacting effectively and respectfully with others, showing a desire to contribute to the team effort, accepting assignments willingly, and completing tasks within agreed upon timelines.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Age Requirement
A. Must be 18 or older by date of hire.

License Requirement
A. Possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D driver's license or privilege.

If you are selected as a finalist, you will be contacted to arrange an interview for this position.

The City of Duluth conducts the following pre-employment checks for this position:

• Criminal History Check
• Driver's License Check
  Pre-Work Screening Physical Exam

All final candidates must successfully complete and pass the City's pre-employment process before their first day of employment with the City.

Non-Discrimination
The City of Duluth is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, disability, genetic information, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

Alternative Exam Process (does not apply to Charter Appointment, provisional, temporary, or part-time non-union selections)
For individuals who qualify under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), alternative examination processes are available on an individual basis upon prior arrangement. Contact Human Resources at , as soon as possible prior to the scheduled date of the exam. TDD services are available through

Work Eligibility
In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Duluth requires verification of identity and work eligibility at the point of hire.

Right to Appeal (does not apply to Charter Appointment, provisional, temporary, or part-time non-union selections)
Any applicant who has been found qualified to participate in a selection process for a position in the classified service who has reason to contest the validity or fairness of any step in the selection process may appeal to the Civil Service Board within 10 calendar days of the examination. (If the examination is an Education/Experience Review, the applicant must appeal within 10 calendar days of the closing date for accepting applications.) The notice of appeal shall be in writing, shall contain a complete statement of the matter in controversy and the relief requested, and shall be signed and dated by the appellant. The notice shall be addressed to the Civil Service Board and be delivered to the Human Resources Office. If an applicant wishes to file an appeal electronically, the notice should be sent by email to

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE
Does not apply to Charter Appointment, provisional, seasonal, temporary, or part-time non-union selections

OPEN SELECTIONS
If claiming veteran's preference, please attach to your application (via file upload) a copy of all documents required for the option that applies to you:

Veteran
1.) "Member Copy 4" DD214 or DD215 indicating an honorable discharge.

Disabled Veteran
1.) "Member Copy 4" DD214 or DD215 indicating an honorable discharge;
2.) FL-802, FL 21-802, or letter of disability or equivalent from USDVA Board's written decision of a compensation rating of 10% or greater, dated within 12 months.

Spouse of Disabled Veteran
1.) Copy of Marriage Certificate;
2.) "Member Copy 4" DD214 or DD215 indicating an honorable discharge;
3.) FL-802, FL 21-802, or letter of disability or equivalent from USDVA Board's written decision of a compensation rating of 10% or greater, dated within 12 months. (Eligible only if the veteran is unable to qualify for the specific position being applied for as a result of the service-connected disability.)

Spouse of Deceased Veteran
1.) Copy of Marriage Certificate;
2.) Death Certificate or other proof of death;
3.) "Member Copy 4" DD214 or DD215 indicating an honorable discharge. If Disabled Veteran, also include
4.) FL-802, FL 21-802, or letter of disability or equivalent from USDVA Board's written decision of a compensation rating of 10% or greater, dated within 12 months. (Eligible only if applicant has not remarried and the veteran died during active duty or as a result of an injury received from active duty.)

Preference points will be added to Veteran, Spouse of Disabled or Deceased Veteran, or Disabled Veteran's score only if the applicant successfully completes all phases of the exam process and Human Resources has received all supporting documentation.

PROMOTIONAL OR INTERNAL SELECTIONS
If claiming veteran's preference, please attach to your application (via file upload) a copy of the documents listed below:

Disabled Veteran
1.) "Member Copy 4" DD214 or DD215 indicating an honorable discharge;
2.) FL-802, FL 21-802, or letter of disability or equivalent from USDVA Board's written decision of a compensation rating of 50% or greater, dated within 12 months.

Preference points will be awarded to Disabled Veteran's score one time, on first promotional or internal only selection process after securing City employment, and only if the applicant successfully completes all phases of the exam process and Human Resources has received all supporting documentation.

Please refer to Minnesota Statute for additional information about Veteran's Preference.