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Description

This position will remain opened until filled but may be closed at any time a qualified candidate is selected.
About the Position
Under supervision, the Gymnastics Assistant will support coaches with the gymnastics programs offered by the City of Edmonds.

This position will work alongside other coaches to assist with preschool classes, school age classes, birthday parties, summer camps, and day camps.

This position is expected to aid in creating a safe, fun, and positive environment for students to thrive in their gymnastics experiences.

Schedule:
This is a part time position with a varying schedule. The typical hours for this position are 0-15 hours per week.

About the DepartmentEdmonds Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services department serves as the community's key resource for providing parks, recreation and aquatic programs, culture arts tourism, economic development and enhanced quality of life for its citizens.

There are more than 62 sites including 31 active parks that encompass over 325 acres, 20,000 square feet of flower beds and more than 3,000 feet of waterfront shoreline in the Edmonds Parks System which is maintained by Edmonds Parks Maintenance.

About the CityThe City of Edmonds is a beautiful community on the Puget Sound waterfront with a population of 43,370 (MRSC, 2023) and is the gateway to the Olympic peninsula via the state ferry system.

Edmonds provides a full range of services, including contracted fire services, police services a municipal court, a community pool, a regional performing arts facility, public works and utilities, a regional wastewater treatment facility, along with community events and services through our Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services Department.

Six department directors report directly to the Mayor and oversee approximately 279 full–time-equivalent employees.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities.

Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
Assist with instructing participants ages 2 years through mid-teen in recreational level gymnastics and other related classes.

Learn and use proper skill progressions, spotting techniques and matting as dictated by USA Gymnastics guidelines and Edmonds City Parks & Recreation standards.

Provide a safe environment by assisting with daily equipment checks and regularly using equipment properly as specified by the USA Gymnastics Safety Guidelines.

Assist with camps, birthday parties and other special events.
Understand and follow recreational department procedures.
Performs work during evenings and on weekends and holidays as needed.
Performs other related duties as assigned that are within the scope of this position classification.

Required Knowledge of:
Gymnastics and youth fitness programs.
Record-keeping techniques.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Effective communication techniques.

Preferred Skill in:
Communicating effectively in English.
Rhythmic gymnastics or a desire for instruction in this area.
Dance and choreography.
Understanding and following instructions/directions.
Establishing and maintaining cooperative and effective professional relationships.
Observing health and safety regulations.
Providing safe and appropriate instruction.
Successfully completing work duties independently or as part of a team.
Consistently providing quality customer service.
Preparing and maintaining basic records and reports.
Effective and efficient problem-solving techniques.
Neatness and organization.
Working effectively despite distractions and interruptions.

Required Skill in:
Communicating technical information to a wide variety of persons.
Relating well with children, students, parents, and staff.
Analyzing problems and providing clear solutions.
Preparing and maintaining basic records and reports.
Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
Neatness and organizational skills.
Assist in gymnastics shows and other special youth fitness events.
Become familiar with recreational department procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:
Minimum 16 years of age.
Prior experience working with the public and children.
Basic gymnastics and/or sports experience preferred.
Depending on experience, 40-60 hours of training with experienced staff will be required.

Required Licenses or Certifications:
Current CPR/First Aid/Bloodborne Pathogen Certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire date.
A criminal background check is required following a verbal offer of employment. Criminal history is not an automatic employment disqualifier. Results are reviewed on a case-by case basis.

Supplemental Information

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Environment:
Classroom environment
Constant distractions and interruptions
Sometimes loud and/or noisy

Physical Abilities:
To be successful in this position incumbent must be able to perform the below physical tasks with or without a reasonable accommodation:
Constantly seeing, hearing, speaking or otherwise communicating with others.

Frequently standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, twisting at the waist, reaching above shoulders or otherwise positioning oneself to accomplish tasks.

Frequently grasping when spotting/assisting participants.
Frequently performs repetitive motions.
Occasionally operating a computer keyboard (typing) and other office equipment.
Occasionally sitting or otherwise remaining in a stationary position.
Occasionally lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving or transporting up to 60 lbs.

Hazards:
Contact with potentially dissatisfied individuals.
Potential contact with sick children.
Physical contact with equipment or students while spotting/assisting.
Working with or around equipment and people in motion.
Gymnastics apparatus falling hazards.
Noisy work areas.

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