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Kayaking Instructor

Fairfax County Park Authority
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Position Title: Kayaking Instructor  

Location: Riverbend Park, 8700 Potomac Hills Street, Great Falls, VA 22066 

Hours: May through mid-October. Variable schedule may include Weekdays and weekends. 

Salary: $24.00 - $35.00 per hour 

 

Overview: Share your passion for nature and the outdoors at Riverbend Park! Make a difference in your community by instructing Kayaking lessons to participants of all ages and abilities.  

 

Duties:  

  • Instructor will teach, evaluate, and provide feedback on paddling and safety skills for participants of all ages and abilities.  
  • Provide outstanding, safe, and educational experience to participant’s on-land and water. 
  • Monitor paddling environment conditions for the safety of participants, staff, and other water users.  
  • Follow program outlines for expectations and outcomes.  
  • Prepare and inspect personal and group equipment, before and after use. 
  • Accurately document classes, organize class related paperwork and incidents reports.  
  • Provide resource interpretation and knowledge of the local area.  
  • Maintain strong communication with park staff, recreation programs manager and park users. 
  • Must possess excellent customer service skills.  
  • Other duties as agreed upon. 

 

Minimum Qualifications: 

  • Must be 18 years (minimum age) or older.  
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.  
  • Valid driver’s license with good driving record.  
  • CPR/ First Aid and AED.  
  • Able to lift 75 lbs independently.  
  • 2+ years kayaking, canoeing, or stand up paddleboarding in a river venue. 

 

Preferred Qualifications:  

  • ACA Level 2-River Kayak Instructor or equivalent, Boy Scouts of America Merit Badge counselor, Freshwater fishing experience, Wilderness First Aid or Responder.  
  • Knowledge of local natural and environmental history.  
  • Experience driving large vehicles with a trailer. 

 

To Apply:  Send resume and include three personal references to Andrew Wilk: Andrew.Wilk@fairfaxcounty.gov. Questions, please email or call 703-759-9018. Applications will be reviewed and considered as received. 

 

Necessary Special Requirements:  

 

The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer.  

 

Note: This position may not exceed 900 hours per calendar year. Individuals in these positions are not eligible for benefits and are not eligible to earn leave or receive holiday pay.   

 

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.  

 

Fairfax County Park Authority prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.