Part-time/Seasonal Aquatics Specialist

Gwinnett County; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant community-focused organization as a part-time swimming instructor! This role involves teaching swimming lessons, ensuring participant safety, and creating a positive learning environment. With a commitment to fostering community and enhancing quality of life, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of participants. You'll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to providing excellent services while representing Gwinnett County positively. If you are passionate about swimming and enjoy working with diverse groups, this is the perfect chance to contribute to your community!

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age and possess valid Water Safety Instructor certification.
• Skills in teaching and handling activities in water are essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach swimming lessons and ensure participant safety.
• Plan and manage courses effectively while providing positive feedback.

Skills

Swimming lesson teaching skills

Proficiency in swimming abilities

Ability to identify safety needs

Positive feedback and evaluation skills

Education

Water Safety Instructor certification

Lifeguard Instructor certification

Job description

This is a part-time position with a maximum of 1,508 hours per year and is not eligible for paid holidays, leave, or benefits.

Gwinnett County Parks and Recreation Operations maintains and operates the county's award-winning park system and provides high quality parks and recreation facilities, innovative programs, and quality services to meet the broad-based needs of Gwinnett's diverse population, fostering a sense of community, creating a safe and secure environment, and enhancing Gwinnett's quality of life.

Essential Duties

1. Basic swimming lesson teaching skills/duties.
2. Skill in teaching classes.
3. Demonstrate proficiency in swimming abilities.
4. Ability to handle teaching activities while in the water.
5. Be able to identify problems either visually or by auditory means in order to be alert to life saving needs.

Other Job Requirements/Information
This job is a safety sensitive position that will require a pre-employment drug test and subsequent random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with Gwinnett County Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace.
Minimum Qualifications

1. Must be 16 years of age.
2. Candidates must have valid and current Water Safety Instructor or Lifeguard Instructor certification by date of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Represent Gwinnett County in a positive manner.
2. Be familiar with course materials and how to use them effectively.
3. Plan, coordinate, and manage courses effectively.
4. Create a positive environment encouraging participants to meet course objectives.
5. Remain alert to cultural and ethnic stereotypes and be creative and flexible in presenting material in a culturally sensitive and effective manner.
6. Be prepared to answer participants' questions, or know where to find the answers.
7. Adapt your teaching approaches to the experience, ability, and culture of the participants so they can achieve the course objectives.
8. Provide for the health and safety of participants, including making sure that all teaching and practice areas are free of hazards and that materials and equipment are safe.
9. Organize the class environment to ensure individual success.
10. Cover all material required in a course.
11. Be able to demonstrate the skills required of your students.
12. Use appropriate, positive feedback to evaluate participants' progress and correct problems.
13. Supervise, monitor, and provide guidance to instructor aides assisting with the course.
14. Ensure that participants have every opportunity to meet course requirements.
15. Provide positive critiques and guidance to those unable to complete course requirements.
16. Issue progress reports and certificates to participants.
17. Submit completed course records to your facility's supervisor along with timesheets.

About Gwinnett County

Welcome to Gwinnett County — one of America's fastest-growing counties for the past 20 years. Our dynamic and exciting county combines the best of big-city living with the comforts of the suburbs.

Vision
Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!

Mission
Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.

Values
Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.
Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.
Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.
Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.
Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.

Hiring Process

Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce.