Job Title:

Skating Instructor, Recreational Services - INR

Physical Location:

 Kent Campus - Kent, OH

Salary:

 $15.00 - $25.00 hourly 

Basic Function:

Provide professional skating instruction as scheduled, provide customer service at the Ice Arena, and assist supervisor as needed. Reports to Program Coordinator, Ice Arena or designated supervisor. 

Additional Basic Function – if applicable:

 Not applicable. 

Examples of Duties:

Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following: 

Provide professional skating instruction according to United States Figure Skating (USFS) Learn to Skate USA standards; provide excellent customer service to all Kent State Ice Arena patrons.

Build rapport with clients; grow and maintain a clientele base; maintain confidential client records, charts, and appointment book; make follow-up calls to clients.

Coordinate scheduled hours of service with coexisting programs.

Work with the marketing department to promote services and special events.

Maintain professionalism and a positive attitude with patrons and co-workers at all times.

Adhere to building and program policies and procedures as stated in department and staff manuals; assist patrons as needed during emergencies, including providing care as needed.

Attend all staff and specific area meetings and complete mandatory training as required.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Additional Examples of Duties – if applicable:

 Not applicable. 

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma, GED, or other equivalent. Previous professional skating instruction experience. Must have successfully passed USFS Learn to Skate, USA (formerly Basic Skills) or equivalent.

License/Certification:

Current valid USFS Instructor Membership required. American Red Cross certification in CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers required within 30 days of hire. Class and certification are available through the department.

Knowledge Of:

Basic skating, hockey, and figure skating
Ice Arena facilities, policies, procedures, and amenities
Risk and safety practices relative to recreation services *

Skill In:

Verbal, written, and interpersonal communication *
Effective organizational and time management skills
Handling difficult situations involving conflict with patrons *

Ability To:

Effectively break down skills and to explain and demonstrate skills for participants’ understanding
Work under pressure and respond appropriately to emergency situations
Demonstrate leadership ability
Work independently and as part of team
Work with diverse populations and a variety of situations in an effective manner
Apply state and federal regulations applicable to the department, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Title IX, etc.

Preferred Qualifications – if applicable:

Not applicable. 

Assessments:

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which require assessments

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

None. 

Working Schedule:

 Varied schedule based on discussion with your supervisor. 

Additional Information:

Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences, and are inclusive, welcoming, respectful and kind.

Must pass a security check.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For official job descriptions, visit www.kent.edu/hr. 

Kent State University is a Smoke-Free, Tobacco-Free University effective July 1, 2017. Smoking and tobacco use are not permitted on any of Kent State’s campuses or other locations and properties that are owned, operated, or leased by Kent State, both domestic and international. For additional details, visit www.kent.edu/smoke-free.

Disclaimer:

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.