Bmx Coach Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description We're hiring part-time BMX coaches to help lead BMX summer camp programming at Cundiff Park, Colorado's No. 1 ranked BMX track. Camp coaches work with youth participants of all ages.

Sessions focus on teaching foundational bicycle handling skills, along with organized camp activities like water balloon fights, building dirt jumps and bike path adventures. As part of the Parks and Recreation team, you'll help deliver a safe, engaging camp experience focused on learning, sportsmanship, and enjoyment of cycling. City of Durango's Trail to Excellence The City of Durango is a purpose-driven organization with more than 400 full-time and 300 part-time and seasonal employees across 15 departments, all working together to provide a wide range of services that keep our community running every day.

From public safety and utilities to parks and recreation, our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality services that enhance the lives of all who live, work, and visit here. At the city, we focus on continually improving how we work and serve the community. This effort is called the Trail to Excellence (T2E), and every employee plays a part in it.

Whether you work outdoors, in an office, or lead a team, your daily efforts connect to the city's mission of providing excellent service and reaching the city's vision of being a multigenerational community that is authentic, diverse, engaged, thriving, and environmentally responsible. The full details of this vision are outlined in the city's strategic plan. As a member of our team, your work will be meaningful because: Your ideas help shape citywide improvements.

The work you do ties directly into measurable goals. You'll be part of a system that values collaboration, innovation, and results. We're looking for team members who share our core values of teamwork, dependability, professionalism, service, respect, innovation, and wellbeing - and who are excited to make a difference in the community we serve.

Essential Job Duties What You'll Do in This Role: Lead daily BMX summer camp sessions for youth participants of varying ages and skill levels. Teach foundational BMX riding skills, safety practices, and bike handling techniques. Facilitate structured camp activities that combine instruction, practice, and recreational play.

Set up and maintain safe riding environments, including basic track and equipment checks. Support a positive camp culture focused on encouragement, sportsmanship, and inclusion. Communicate with participants, families, and staff regarding camp schedules and expectations.

Minimum Qualifications You Have: Ability to read, write, and communicate clearly in a camp or recreation setting. CPR, AED, and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain prior to start). Valid Colorado driver's license (if applicable).

Experience working with youth in recreational, educational, or camp environments is preferred. Interest or familiarity with BMX riding, cycling, or similar outdoor sports. You Will Succeed in This Role If You: Enjoy leading youth activities in a structured camp environment.

Can model patience, encouragement, and positive sportsmanship. Are comfortable working outdoors in varied weather and active physical settings. Communicate clearly and consistently with campers, families, and staff.

Supplemental Information What We Can Offer You: The following perks are available for part-time and seasonal employees. Free pass to the Durango Community Recreation Center and Chapman Hill Ice Rink and Ski Area Free Transit pass Eligibility to participate in the City's Annual Wellness Challenge and a chance to receive prizes and cash rewards Belong at the City of Durango: We believe in creating an inclusive workforce that welcomes diversity of thoughts, viewpoints, and experiences. The City of Durango is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We do not discriminate on the basis age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors. City of Durango's Indigenous Land Acknowledgement Positions remain open until their listed deadline or until filled.

Early closures are rare, but we encourage applying promptly.