Water Safety Instructor

Hourly salary: $21.70 - $22.59. Approximately 20 hours per week with a flexible schedule between 7:00am - 10:00pm, any day of the week.

About the Role

This is a non-benefited, at-will, part-time position with working hours assigned at the discretion of the Recreation & Community Services Department. Candidates must be available for mornings, afternoons, evenings, and occasional weekends. Employees may not exceed 960 total hours per fiscal year.

This recruitment is to fill three part-time vacancies in the Recreation and Community Services Department.

Responsibilities

• Conduct all levels of swimming classes.
• Organize, conduct, and supervise aquatic programs.
• Ensure safe use of the pool and aquatic facility, including general safety of children.
• Supervise conduct of pool patrons and enforce swimming pool rules.
• Respond to emergency situations, administer First Aid, CPR, and perform other lifesaving activities.
• Maintain and work safely with materials and equipment.
• Maintain accurate files and records.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent, or currently enrolled in high school.
• Must be at least 16 years of age at the time of application.
• Must possess current and valid American Red Cross certificates (must be attached to the employment application at time of filing):
  • Lifeguard Training Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer
  • Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certification
• Completion of Mandated Reporter training is required within the first two weeks of employment.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and/or Mandarin is highly desirable.

Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of professional lifesaving standards.
• Physical strength, endurance, and agility necessary to perform First Aid, CPR, AED, and other lifesaving activities.
• Ability to actively perform safety duties, safeguarding individuals, public, and property.
• Ability to effectively interact with City staff, volunteers, and the public; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions in English.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

Incumbents are required to meet moderate physical exertion associated with the ability to dive, lift, carry, push, pull, and climb.