Roger Carter Swim Instructor - Recreation & Parks

Position Summary/Class Description

Must be at least 16 years old to apply.

Brief Description

Provide group and private swimming lesson instruction to all ages and abilities under the general supervision of the Aquatics Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

• Certified in American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer.
• Certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (preferred).
• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Pre-employment testing of swimming ability, teaching skills and lesson demonstration.
• Ability to work as an individual and within the framework of a team.

Instructor I

• Certified in American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and six months experience.
• Minimum Wage - $20

Instructor II

• Certified Water Safety Instructor (WSI) and one (1) year of experience.
• $20.50-22.00

Instructor III

• Certified Water Safety Instructor (WSI) and three (3) years of experience.
• $22.50-25.00

Rate of Pay

Contingent – Paraprofessional Salary commensurate with experience and employment commitment.

Additional Information

• To Apply: Complete an employment application online.
• No paper applications will be accepted.
• Selected candidates may be subject to drug screening, background screening, and reference checks.
• At time of application, please submit a copy of any college degree, coursework, licenses, or certifications that you have referenced on your application.
• Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. may need to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service.
• Howard County Government is not sponsoring employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa.
• All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
• Howard County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• The County 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.
• Employees in this category may not be eligible for all County benefits.

To Apply

• You must complete an employment application online to be considered for this recruitment.
• Resumes cannot be substituted for completion of the job application work history.
• No paper applications will be accepted.

Required Question

• I have read and understand the language outlined above.
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• Do you possess the Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid certification through American Red Cross?
• If yes, please attach certification to application.
• Do you have experience as a lifeguard?
• If yes, please explain where you acquired this experience.
• Do you have experience providing swimming lesson instruction for various skill levels?
• If yes, please explain where you acquired this experience.
• Do you possess a Water Safety Instructor Certificate through American Red Cross?
• If yes, please attach certification to application.
• I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, my e-mail address, and my contact telephone numbers.
• To update this information visit www.governmentjobs.com, click on the "career seekers" link, and follow the prompts.
• I have read and understand the language outlined above.
• I certify that the information submitted in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
• I understand that providing false, erroneous, and/or misleading information may result in elimination from the hiring process and termination of employment if hired.
• I have read and understand the language outlined above.