POSITION PURPOSE / IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION City Equity Statement: It is a priority for the City of Westminster to welcome diverse, qualified candidates from the broadest base possible. We are interested in finding the best candidates for our positions, not just to fit in but to belong. We value life and professional experiences, equivalent combination of knowledge, skill set and education.
Pursuant to city values, the successful candidate will have a passion and commitment to serving a diverse population and must respect and uphold the tenets of justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion and belonging.
We encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role and urge those with less traditional backgrounds to apply.
POSITION PURPOSE The Dance Director position is responsible for teaching a variety of dances including Pre-Dance, Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop and Lyrical to participants of various ages and maintaining a fun and safe environment at all times. Additional responsibilities include organizing the competitive dance program, including holding auditions, communicating with families, choreographing competition dances, and enrolling in competitions. This position requires supervision of up to five staff members and planning, organizing and implementing two annual dance recitals. Recreation staff have the primary responsibility of ensuring the safety of program participants.
The full salary range for this position is stated above. The starting range of pay is dependent on qualifications and experience of each individual candidate.
ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES AND CULTURAL VALUES/GENERAL COMPETENCIESThe City's work culture encourages passionate, positive and enthusiastic employees who, along with our City Council and City Manager, are strong supporters of our mission: The City of Westminster provides high-quality core services and fosters resilience in order to promote a safe and thriving community. Westminster is a city of beautiful, safe, well-maintained neighborhoods and destinations with a vibrant, diverse economy, rich and resilient environment and a strong sense of community belonging. Our core values are embodied in our SPIRIT (Service - People - Integrity - Respect - Innovation - Teamwork).
This position supports the goals of the Parks, Recreation and Libraries Department, which enhances the quality of life for all Westminster citizens by providing diverse leisure, recreational, and informational services and resources; and acquiring, developing, and maintaining first-class parks, facilities, open space, and trails. This position works toward the accomplishment of the department's mission: Together we create exceptional opportunities for a vibrant community with a commitment to nature, wellness and literacy.
GENERAL COMPETENCIES Job Specific - Every employee in this position must be able to:- Understand and demonstrate dance skills in the areas of ballet, jazz, hip-hop, tap, pom, and lyrical for preschool, school age, and adult levels
- Understand and carry out oral and written instructions
- Relate and interact well with dance participants ages 2-19 years
- Help plan, organize and implement activities
- Provide proper authority to children
- Establish effective working relationships with participants, parents, and coworkers
- Mix music for recitals
- Supervise up to five staff members ages 16 and older
- Plan, organize and implement two dance recitals annually
- Has knowledge, preferably experience, in how to run a competitive dance program
All employees are expected to provide excellent customer service, communicate in an effective manner both verbally and in writing, display professionalism and integrity, work efficiently, effectively and accurately, work independently and as part of a team, take initiative, solve problems, display good judgment, take ownership for delivering a high-quality product or service, have regular and punctual attendance, and effectively handle emergency situations.
JOB SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS Essential Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities, and Tasks 1. Understands and demonstrates dance skills in the areas of ballet, jazz, hip-hop, tap, pom, and lyrical for preschool, school age, and adult levels
2. Organizes two (2) dance performances each year
3. Supervises Dance Instructors
4. Implements proper warm-up and cool-down exercises and strength and endurance-building activities
5. Provides social interaction within classes and a safe environment for all participants
6. Maintains regular and punctual attendance
Other Duties and Responsibilities 1. Tracks attendance and instructor hours for all courses
2. Attends staff meetings
Incumbent is accountable for all duties of this job, and other projects and responsibilities may be added at the City's discretion.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS/PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS Education, Experience, Skills, Formal Training, Licenses, and Certifications Required :- Must be at least 23 years of age
- Bachelor's degree in dance or related field
- At least five (5) years of experience in dance instruction
- CPR/First Aid certification by the first day of employment
- Knowledge of mixing music for recitals
- Knowledge of competitive dance teams
Preferred: - Experience teaching dance classes in an organized setting
- Supervisory experience
Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and skills, may be considered.
Physical Requirements This position requires a moderate degree of physical stamina and strength, including the ability to:
- Frequently sit, stand and walk through a multi-level facility
- Occasionally squat, bend, kneel, twist, climb, balance and reach over head
- Occasionally lift, carry, push or pull items weighing up to fifty (50) pounds
- Frequently use hands and fingers for fine manipulation; occasionally use light and firm grasp
- Frequently see objects up close to perform office tasks and far away to observe activity for safety hazards or problems
- Constantly use hearing to interact with guests and staff and recognize trouble outside of view
- Occasionally use sufficient physical strength, stamina and agility to perform emergency work in various capacities
- Requires a high degree of physical stamina
WORKING CONDITIONS Work mainly performed indoors unless the activity is required to perform outdoors. This position requires a high level of physical activity. Must demonstrate the ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including the ability to demonstrate the skills needed for the activity. Exposure to periods of high activity and stress under demanding conditions. The position requires a great deal of communication with City employees, the public, and outside agencies.
Required Materials and Equipment Recreation and sports equipment, CD player and iPod.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS Candidates must be legally entitled to work in the United States and must successfully pass a criminal background check, reference check, and substance screen. There may be additional pre-employment requirements depending on the nature of the position.
We are a caring, courteous, team-oriented organization committed to public service excellence. Employees thrive in a culture that is respectful, professional and diverse. Our work culture encourages passionate, positive and enthusiastic employees. Westminster is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Employees not assigned benefits are employees working less than 20 hours a week, temporary employees, seasonal employees, and hourly employees.
Closing Date/Time: 8/5/2024 8:30 AM Mountain
