Head Swim Instructor

City of Piedmont is a charter city of approximately 11,000 residents located in the beautiful Oakland Hills, overlooking the San Francisco Bay. The city, which is virtually built out, consists of established residences on quiet tree-lined streets. Within Piedmont's 1.8 square-mile area there are five city parks and numerous landscaped areas which offer wooded paths, tennis courts, children's playgrounds and picnic facilities. The city will be opening a new all electric Community Pool featuring a state-of-the-art competition pool, activity pool and bathhouse facility.

DEFINITION

Head Swim Instructors provide planning and instruction for aquatic programs, lessons and camps within the guidelines of the City of Piedmont's comprehensive aquatics program. They are responsible for assuring that swim lesson sessions are conducted effectively, efficiently and safely. They make sure Swim Instructors are ready and have what they need to conduct classes, intervene, as needed, to address concerns, and act as the main point of contact for parent communication.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

Under the direction of the Recreation Supervisor and Recreation Coordinator for Aquatics, Head Swim Instructors are distinguished by their ability to handle emergency situations, their level of expertise in swim instruction, swim strokes proficiency and knowledge, their ability to demonstrate and break down the stroke mechanics and communicate well with children and adults.

In addition to an emphasis on foundational swim stroke proficiency, a Head Swim Instructor will oversee the entire session on swim lessons, mentor and provide guidance to all Swim Instructors.

A Head Swim Instructor must :

• Be at least 18 years old or complete high school / GED
• Possess a work permit required if under 18
• Have extensive swim experience, such as participation in swim teams or clubs
• Have at least two years of experience successfully teaching or coaching swim lessons
• Possess leadership capabilities and be able to oversee swim lesson sessions or aquatic programs

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (Illustrative Only)

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of :

Ability to :

REQUIREMENTS

Certifications :

American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification if WSI is not current upon hire / promotion

Physical and Mental Demands :

Environmental Elements :

First round of interviews is planned for the week of August 25; however, this position may remain open until filled.

Successful candidates must pass a Department of Justice live fingerprint scan, background reference checks, and a Tuberculosis screening prior to start of employment.