Outdoor Specialty Instructor
Salary
$32,487.00 - $69,010.50 Annually
Location
Prince William County, VA
Job Type
Part-time Non-benefitted (PN)
Job Number
202610651
Department
PARKS & RECREATION-SEASONAL AND PROVISIONAL
Opening Date
06/26/2026
Closing Date
7/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
GRADE
A11
Introduction
The Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking highly motivated Outdoor Specialty Instructors to join our team! Instructors should have experience, interest, and knowledge in specialties that include: Archery, Birding, Environmental Education, Kayaking/Canoeing, Hiking, Fishing, Science/STEM, and other nature/outdoor related activities. Instructors should have experience working with youth, teens, adults, and are able to demonstrate a high level of enthusiasm and care for the program and participants.
Outdoor Specialty Instructors are responsible for working independently to plan for activities, leading and instructing educational/recreational programs, as well as providing safe and quality experiences to those enrolled in the program.
Instructors scheduled work hours are dependent on enrollment and flexibility is required to include evening and weekend hours.
Locations:
Minimum Requirements:
Please note: the position is open until the end of the advertisement period with ongoing application review.
The Department of Parks and Recreation conducts DMV records checks on all employees driving for work purposes and criminal background checks on all hires age 18 years and older. Fingerprinting will be required.
Note: The information that follows is a County-wide Classification Specification that may include details not specifically applicable to this position
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NATURE OF WORK
This class is part of the Recreation Job Family. Incumbents perform routine work in connection with various recreation
programs or activities. Instructors in this classification teach beginner and intermediate specialty level classes. Example:
beginner/intermediate ballet, tap.jazz, safety, CPR, first aid, mini camps, environmental education and parent/child classes.
May provide daily upkeep and light maintenance of equipment and facility.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable code of conduct rules; providing customer services.
Work is performed in accordance with set procedures and guidelines, and deviation from those guidelines require approval.
TYPICAL CLASS RESPONSIBILITIES(These responsibilities are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)
program.
Provides excellence in customer service by answering questions and providing information to the public.
Maintains and prepares equipment and facility and maintains related records.
Enforces program and facility rules; provides emergency care and treatment as required.
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
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KNOWLEDGE
Requires special training in specified activity;
Requires knowledge and experience in specified activity;
Customer service principles;
Basic exercise science principles and theories;
Recordkeeping principles;
Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations;
Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment;
Modern office technology;
Computers and related software applications.
SKILLS
Providing customer service;
Monitoring the use of equipment;
Maintaining basic operational records and reports;
Using a computer and related software applications;
Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards;
Utilizing computers and relevant software applications;
Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc., sufficient
to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Discipline specific responsibilities do not apply to this classification.
LEVEL OF DECISIONS
Responsibilities are typically procedure based with defined goals and processes or methods, but incumbents have the
latitude to determine the speed or order of steps used to complete assignments.
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DIRECTION RECEIVED
Incumbents perform tasks following defined procedures and standards, and deviation from procedures typically requires
prior approval.
DIRECTION PROVIDED
Incumbents are typically not responsible for providing formal work direction.
MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma/G.E.D. and 6-12 months of related experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be at least 18 years old; May require Federal or State background check.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing,
walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
Medium Work: May require exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently,
and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor
ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, work space restrictions, and intense noises.
NOTE
The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments
will vary depending on the business needs of the department.
The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is
subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.
Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the
County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective
and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.
Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.
The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:
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This position has a minimum age requirement of 18 years of age. Do you meet this age requirement?
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This position has a minimum education requirement of a High School diploma/GED. Please select the option that best describes your highest level of education.
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Do you have experience and/or training in environmental/nature-based education?
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This position requires at least 6 months of nature/outdoor-related programmatic experience. Please select your level of experience:
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Please select all specialty areas you have at least 6 months of training, experience, and/or knowledge:
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How much experience do you have independently developing activity/lesson plans and facilitating classes, programs, and/or camps?
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What age groups do you have experience working with? Please select all that apply:
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This is a year-round part-time non-benefitted position with variable hours and a flexible work schedule. Do you acknowledge that this is a part-time position and can commit to a variable and flexible work schedule?
Required Question
Employer Prince William County Government
Address 1 County Complex Court
Prince William County, Virginia, 22192
Website https://www.pwcva.gov/department/human-resources/careers