Outdoor Recreation Assistant Program Instructor

Mountain Recreation provides a dynamic and engaging environment for both participants and staff—one that promotes skill development, movement, life skills, and fun We're looking for enthusiastic applicants who excel in teamwork, demonstrate strong communication, and exemplify our core values in every interaction.

We're looking for passionate and skilled individuals to take on a leadership role in our Outdoor Recreation department and its Day Camps Programs. Summer activities include mountain biking, rock climbing, nature art, survival skills, environmental stewardship projects, outdoor education, skateboarding, hiking, and stand-up paddleboarding. 

See Outdoor Recreation Overnight Guide on if interested in leading youth backpacking and camping programs.

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POSITION DETAILS

Job Title: Outdoor Recreation Assistant Program Instructor – Day Camps

Location: District-wide
• Edwards Field House (Edwards, CO), Eagle Pool & Ice Rink (Eagle, CO), Gypsum Recreation Center (Gypsum, CO)

Schedule: Full-Time and Part-Time positions available; Seasonal

• Option 1: Early-May – Late-September (involves overnight guiding)
• Option 2: Early June – Mid-August
• Option 3: A combination of Option 1 and 2

Work Environment: This position offers flexible hours to ensure the successful completion of duties. Work may be performed indoors or outdoors, sometimes in extreme weather conditions. The role requires sustained mental and visual focus for much of the time. Physical demands include frequent walking, bending, kneeling, and the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted, as well as pushing and pulling equipment and supplies. Given its physically demanding and high-stress nature, this role requires constant safety awareness and attentiveness to a wide range of participant needs, often under continuous demand.

Supervision Required: Works under the general guidance and direction of the Outdoor Recreation Supervisor and Outdoor Recreation Coordinator.

Supervision Exercised: May directly supervise volunteers, guides in training, and campers.

Salary: $ $24.65/hour; DOE. Staff in this position are eligible for a $1/hour incentive for Spanish/English bilingual skills upon passing a language competency test. Seasonal employees in good standing may also qualify for an end-of-season bonus of up to $200. 

Benefits: 

• Retirement Savings: 3.75% employer contribution to a 401(a)-retirement