Senior Swim Instructor/Lifeguard

City of Medford (Oregon); Medford (OR); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Oregon PERS retirement for part-time,

Paid sick leave

Fitness center access

Job summary

City of Medford (Oregon) seeks a Senior Swim Instructor/Lifeguard to lead aquatic programs and ensure safe, enjoyable experiences for the community. The role involves lifeguarding, teaching swim lessons, staff mentorship, and assisting with training and daily pool operations.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 18+ at hire, at least one year at a public pool, and current lifeguard certifications. Weekend availability and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; or senior in high school on track to graduate.
• Must be 18 years or older at time of hire.
• One or more years of experience working at a public pool as a lifeguard and swim instructor.
• Must be comfortable working in a humid environment.
• Must be comfortable communicating with staff, parents, and children.
• Skills pre-test required prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Lifeguard during open swims, lap swims, aquatic rentals, and special events.
• Teach swim lessons for various ages and skill levels.
• Assist with scheduling staff and mentor new staff.
• Maintain accurate progress records of participants and instructors.
• Adhere to safety policies and emergency action plans.

Skills

Lifeguard experience

Swim instruction

Communication skills

Team leadership

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Senior in high school on track to graduate

Job description

This position is open until filled with a first review date scheduled for Thursday, August 27th. Priority will be given to candidates who submit their application on or before Wednesday, August 26th, at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time.

Make Waves at Rogue X!

Ready to build on your aquatics experience? Join the Rogue X team as a Senior Swim Instructor/Lifeguard and take on added responsibility while helping create a safe, welcoming, and fun experience for our community.

In this role, you’ll lifeguard, teach swim lessons, support and mentor fellow staff, assist with training, and help keep daily pool operations running smoothly. We’re looking for an experienced lifeguard and swim instructor who communicates well, leads by example, stays calm when it counts, and enjoys helping both swimmers and teammates succeed.

Required Education and Experience

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; or senior in high school on track to graduate.
• Must be 18 years or older at time of hire.
• One (1) or more years of experience working at a public pool as a lifeguard and swim instructor.
• Must be comfortable working in a humid environment.
• Must be comfortable communicating with staff, parents, and children.
• Skills pre-test required prior to hire.

Certifications

• American Red Cross Lifeguard certification, or a comparable lifeguard certification eligible for American Red Cross crossover training (e.g., Starfish Aquatics Institute/StarGuard, YMCA, or Ellis & Associates).
• Current First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer certifications.

Available Schedule

• Rogue X is open 7-days a week, 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
• Must be able to work weekends.
• Hours will vary based on facility need and availability.

INCLUDED BENEFITS

• Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) retirement contributions paid by employer for part-time, year-round positions.
• Paid sick leave - one (1) hour accrued for every 30 hours worked.
• Access to the City's fully equipped fitness center 24/7

Essential Functions of the Position

• Takes daily attendance of swim participants.
• Conducts swim lessons for various ages and skill levels.
• Lifeguards during open swims, lap swims, aquatic rentals, and special events.
• Assists with scheduling staff.
• Keeps accurate progress records on swim participants and swim instructors.
• Participates in all staff training and meetings and aquatic Management Team meetings.
• Mentors and supports new staff.
• Assists Management Team with training and supervision as needed.
• Enforces all policies, rules, and regulations.
• Performs cleaning duties as directed to maintain a clean and safe facility.
• Is knowledgeable about aquatics plans and other recreational programs.
• Assigns instructors to teach lessons.
• Follows emergency action plan in the event of an emergency.
• Provides emergency care/treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services.
• Cautions and educates swimmers against dangerous situations.
• Ensures pool water chemical tests are being completed every hour.
• Assists patrons with putting on life jackets.
• Makes entries into the aquatic daily log.
• Relates to the public in a positive manner.
• Adheres to safety practices and standards when performing all duties.

Other Functions of the Position

• Upholds the values of the organization and has strong customer service orientation.
• Handles job stress and interact effectively with others in the workplace.
• Fosters an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.
• Is an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.
• Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.

Competencies

Communicativeness

Effective performers recognize the essential value of continuous information exchange. They actively seek information from a variety of sources and disseminate it in a variety of ways. They use modern technologies to access and circulate information. They take responsibility for ensuring that their peers and supervisors have the current and accurate information needed for success.

Conflict Management

Effective performers recognize that conflict can be a valuable part of the decision-making process. They are comfortable with healthy conflict and support and manage differences of opinion. They thwart destructive competition or friction, and use consensus and collaboration to debate and resolve issues.

Influence

Effective performers are skilled at directing, persuading, and motivating others. They are able to flex their style to direct, collaborate, or empower, as the situation requires. They have established a personal power base built on mutual trust, fairness, and honesty.

Integrity

Effective performers think and act ethically and honestly. They apply ethical standards of behavior to daily work activities. They take responsibility for their actions and foster a work environment where integrity is rewarded.

Leader Identification

Effective performers identify with the role of leader and enjoy positions of responsibility and the exercise of authority. They understand that management is a distinct vocation and choose to be in a leadership position.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

This position works indoors with exposure to regulated and moderate environmental conditions at the work site. The noise level is frequently moderate to loud. There may be routine physical discomforts from prolonged exposure to heat, humidity, moisture/wetness, and varying air conditions with temperatures of 80 degrees or higher. The position involves routine exposure to soiled materials and light cleaning substances such as pool cleaning solutions.

Physical exertion to perform strong swimming abilities without fatigue is required. Ability to react to emergency situations by quick body movements. Occasionally assist or support persons of varying weights of up to 100 pounds. Position experiences regular climbing in and out of pool with prolonged periods of time swimming and treading water; standing, walking, bending, sitting, and kneeling. Frequently use hands and fingers to process or feel objects, tools, or controls. Tasks require the ability to perceive depth, textures, sounds, and visual cues or signals. Communicate verbally, including projecting voice and hearing in a noisy environment.

IMPORTANT (Please read):

1. It is important your application shows all the relevant experience you possess.
2. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
3. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an online application; an application will be considered incomplete with a \"see resume\" response.
4. Please complete the application and answer the supplemental questions thoroughly to ensure our subject matter experts can appropriately evaluate your experience as we compare applicants.

Hiring will be subject to successful completion of the following:

• Criminal history background investigation
• Clear drug screen following federal law (which includes testing for cannabis)
• Professional reference check

Questions or Assistance:

• If you have questions about the job posting, please contact the Human Resources department at [phone].
• For technical assistance completing your online application, please contact Government Jobs at [phone].