Recreation Arts Instructor (NCS) - Baltimore City Recreation and Parks

Baltimore City

Last Updated: 1/2/2026 1:47:35 AM

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Current Days Open
49
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$15.00 (Hourly)
Current Max Salary
$30.80 (Hourly)
Historical Time to Fill
70
First Seen
5/31/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$15.00 (Hourly)
1/2/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$30.80 (Hourly)
1/2/2026

Full Job Description

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION Salary Range: $15.00 - $30.80 Hourly Starting Pay: $15.00 Hourly Get to Know Us Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits Job Summary: Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks, BCRP, is seeking Recreation Arts Instructors to work within one of our various programs. This position plans and teaches an instructional program in a specialized field such as art, music, dance, STEM, athletics, or inclusion. Incumbents will receive general supervision from a technical supervisor. This is a part-time position; the schedule may include evening or weekend hours. Work generally requires moderate physical exertion. Some duties may include but are not limited to the following: plans and organizing a program of instruction in a recognized recreational field such as music, drama, dance, arts or crafts; instructs groups in the skills and techniques of the assigned specialty; receives training in the goals, policies and procedures of the Bureau of Recreation; maintains order among program participants; maintains records and prepares reports; may produce events showcasing pupils achievements; performs related work as required. Minimum Qualifications: Education: A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in the field of specialty such as music, art, drama, dance and one year of paid experience in a professional capacity. OR Equivalency Notes: Have one year of paid experience in the field of specialty in a professional capacity may be substituted for each year of the education requirement. Additional Information Background Check Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed. Probation All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation. Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application. BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER In the City of Baltimore we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more? Explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! Questions regarding the application process should be directed to the Department of Human Resources Office of Recruitment at (410) 396-3860, 711 (TTY), 7 E. Redwood Street, 16th Floor, Baltimore, MD 21202 or send an email to Recruitment

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