Sandy Recreation Center Sports Instructor

Summary:
Under the general supervision of the Recreation Coordinator, organizes, supervises and instructs a sports program and participants.
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CLOSING DATE: Open until filled. Department will begin reviewing applications on October 12, 2026. Position may close at any time after this date. Applications will continue to be accepted as long as the position remains open on the website.

STARTING SALARY: $17.44 - $27.91/Hour

STATUS: Part-Time (non-benefitted, <29 hours/week); Currently hiring staff knowledgeable in the following sports: Street Hockey, Pickleball, Soccer, Basketball, and Volleyball. A variety of morning and evening shifts are available.

DEPARTMENT: Sandy Recreation Center – Parks & Recreation

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Requires some experience in job related activities. Must be 15 years of age or older to apply. Knowledge of games, sports, recreation activities, leadership, team building, and self- motivation skills and problem-solving skills: proper English usage, speaking, and teaching. A general knowledge of first aid and CPR. Responsible for the care, condition and use of materials, equipment, tools, etc.; educating participants to learn new skills in games, sports and other recreation activities; great responsibility for making decisions affecting the activities of people. Communication Skills: Contacts requiring tact and judgment to avoid friction and to handle complaints; frequent contacts involving the carrying out of the program; ability to communicate effectively with all age groups. Regular use of program equipment and occasional use of a copy machine and telephone. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Note: Applications may only be submitted online. If you don’t have access to a computer you can visit Sandy City Human Resources to apply at 10000 Centennial Parkway, Suite 310 (10000 S. 170 W.), Sandy, UT. Sandy City will provide reasonable accommodations for any applicant during the examination and selection process. Sandy City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, protected veteran’s status or other classes protected by applicable federal, state and local employment law. The City encourages applicants with all and varying language abilities, the city will accept applications and resumes in other languages but, to be properly processed, applications and resumes must be accompanied by an application and resume in English to assist City employees who are English speaking only. In addition, it is the City’s policy not to discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in regard to application procedures, hiring, advancement, discharge, compensation, training or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. If you have special needs or questions, please call 801-568-7151. Sandy City is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Must pass drug test before hire. If the position is a step position, it may be filled at any step. Additionally, applicants for posted positions may be eligible for job offers into related positions.

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