Salary: $16.80 HourlyLocation : Baton Rouge, LAJob Type: Part TimeJob Number: HRI2025Department: RecreationDivision: Horse Activity CenterOpening Date: 01/03/2025Closing Date: 1/24/2025 4:59 PM CentralFLSA: Non-ExemptGeneral SummaryThe Horseback Riding Instructor works at Farr Park Equestrian Center, planning and conducting riding lessons of various disciplines. using principles of education and adult education, maintaining and promoting a safe environment. Requirements and Job SpecificationsEducation Required: High school diploma or equivalentEducation Preferred: Associate degree or graduation from an accredited 4-year college or university.Area of Study (major) Required: Specific training in courses to be taughtCertification(s) Required: First Aid & CPR certification within 180 days of hireCertification(s) Preferred: First Aid & CPR certificationYears Relevant Work Experience: Experience in teaching or training Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Specific knowledge of course material and discipline being taught;
- Ability to plan and instruct classes in a professional and proficient manner;
- Ability to work closely with the general public;
- Strong interpersonal skills.
Functions and Duties Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Planning and delivering classes in a professional, proficient and courteous manner;
- Maintaining and enhancing positive public relations;
- Complying and enforcing BREC safety regulations; responding to, reporting accidents within specific timeframe;
- Maintain class roster and take attendance
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties as requested by his or her supervisor.Supplemental Information Part-time position; 29 hours Maximum per week; Hours vary according to the discipline and course schedule, frequently early morning, evening or weekends.Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.You must include all relevant education and experience on your official BREC online application, or it will be deemed incomplete and you will be ineligible for this vacancy. Complete each section of this application (i.e. work experience, education, etc.) to demonstrate that you meet the eligibility and minimum qualification requirements described in this announcement. An offer of employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment criminal background check, Motor Vehicle Records check, drug screen, and physical. 2025 PART-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITSThe following benefit components have been approved by the BREC Commission as part of the valuable supplemental compensation package for part time employees. However, the Commission has the right at any time to amend, modify or change components; benefit provisions; eligibility requirements; and contributory rates. Each benefit is also subject to change by the authority of each governing body.DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN: BREC has adopted a deferred compensation plan through Nationwide Retirement Solutions. BREC provides 4% contribution match for part-time employees. Upon request, a Nationwide Retirement Solutions representative can meet individually with each participant to review eligibility, participation, and investment opportunities. For assistance in setting up or making adjustments to your account call 877-###-####.CREDIT UNION: Part-time employees are eligible to participate in the Baton Rouge City Parish Employee's Federal Credit Union. One may choose to participate in a variety of banking services including checking, savings, Christmas Clubs, direct payroll deposit, major credit cards or personal loans. Eligibility and rates are determined by the credit union governing board.EAP: Lucet Behavioral Health administers BREC's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) The EAP helps employees, and their family members resolve personal or work-related problemsEMPLOYEE/FACILITY PRIVILEGE: BREC employees who actively participate in BREC programs gain a better knowledge and understanding of facility needs. This generates understanding and cooperation in interdepartmental needs. Some restrictions may apply.PAID TIME OFF: Part-time employees who work a minimum of 29 hours per week and at least 1,000 hours will be eligible to accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) hours. The purpose of the Paid Time Off benefit is to allow part time employees greater flexibility to take time off for vacation, sick and/or personal time. The maximum accrual is 40 hours per fiscal year. Once employees reach the cap, the employee will not accumulate any more PTO until some of the time in the account is utilized. After the balance goes below the maximum, the employee will begin accruing PTO again. Except for illness, employees are required to obtain supervisor approval in advance for the time off. PSLF: BREC is a qualifying employer for public service loan forgiveness. Employees who have Federal Direct Loans and have made 120 payments on the Federal Direct Loans (after Oct. 1, 2007) may be eligible for the remaining loan balance to be forgiven.01 Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalency certificate?
02 Are you comfortable around horses?
03 What experience do you have instructing others in riding horses? 04 Have you ridden a horse? If so, what is your experience with horses. 05 What type of horse lessons have you taught? (i.e. English or Western) 06 Have you trained horses before? If so, please explain below. Required Question