Swim Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

• Free Membership after 30days of hire
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

General Statement of Duties :

This position is responsible for plans, schedules, and implements swimming and water safety instructional programs for a diverse range of participants. Instructors may be assigned an irregular work schedule, including weekends, early mornings, evenings, and holidays.

Supervision Received : This position will report to the Recreation Coordinator-Aquatics, Recreation Leader-Aquatics, and Head Guard.

Supervision Exercised : This position will oversee swim assistants.

Essential Duties : The following are examples of primary duties assigned to this position. Other related duties may be assigned.

Qualifications :

Experience & Knowledge :

Education or Training :

License and Certification :

Work Environment : Work is primarily performed within a public swimming pool environment, where stamina is needed to perform moderate to heavy lifting of pool equipment and furniture or children and adults. Must possess the mobility to stand, stoop, kneel, reach, bend, climb, push and pull materials and equipment, and swim while wearing an appropriate uniform with protective equipment. Vision and hearing must be sufficient to see and hear adults and children in crowded and noisy conditions and / or situations. Must also possess the mobility to work in an office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or by using a telephone and radio. Ability to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or to operate safety equipment. Must possess the ability to swim distances and dive to pool depths, as determined by testing / certification authorities.

Physical Conditions : Primarily works indoors and outdoors in a pool environment with wet and slippery conditions, and are exposed to variable weather conditions; may be exposed to chlorine, acids, and other chemicals at aquatics facilities, as well as blood and body fluids. Incumbents will interact with individuals in interpreting and enforcing rules, policies, and procedures.