SWIM INSTRUCTOR

City of Mason; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Mason is seeking a part-time non-exempt swim instructor to provide supervised aquatic instruction to patrons in the department’s programs. The role involves teaching water safety, swimming, and diving within program curriculums and ensuring participant safety.

You will supervise participants, maintain records, attend trainings, and follow department policies. Training for in-water and out-of-water instruction will be provided, with schedule flexibility including mornings, evenings,

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Experience as swim lesson instructor preferred.
• In-water and out-of-water training provided upon hiring with shadowing opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction in water safety, swimming, and/or diving within the curriculum.
• Provide supervision to all participants and ensure safety.
• Prepare and maintain administrative records as requested.
• Attend in-service training sessions and staff meetings.
• Uphold City of Mason policies and Emergency Procedures.
• Administer and record first aid as needed.
• Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedures throughout the facilities.

Skills

Water safety instruction

Swim instruction

First aid

Safety supervision

Job description

• Location 6050 MASON MONTGOMERY ROAD,Mason, OH, 45040,United States
• Base Pay $15.30 - $18.81 / Hour
• Employee Type PT Non-Exempt

• Name CITY OF MASON HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
• Phone [phone]

General Statement of Duties and Distinguishing Features of Class

To provide supervised, structured aquatic and/or water safety instruction to patrons enrolled in the department’s aquatic programs.

Examples of Work (Illustrative Only)

• Provide quality instruction in water safety, swimming, and/or diving techniques, within the scope of his/her training and within the curriculum of the Swim Americaprogram and/or other governing agencies.
• Provide appropriate supervision to all participants.
• Ensures the safety of program participants.
• Prepares and maintains administrative records and paperwork as requested.
• Attends in-service training sessions and/or staff meetings as requested.
• Uphold the policies and procedures of the City of Mason and Parks & Recreation Department.
• Display knowledge of the department’s Infectious Material & Exposure Incident Policy and facility Emergency Action Procedures.
• Administer and record any necessary first aid/victim care within the level of emergency training.
• Demonstrates knowledge of all emergency procedures throughout the recreational areas.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: The following is preferred

• Must be at least 16 years old
• Previous experience as a swim lesson instructor is preferred.
• In-water and out-of-water training will be provided upon hiring along with shadowing opportunities under the guidance of a current instructor
• Enjoy the flexibility to mix up your week-we’re looking for someone who’s excited to work a dynamic schedule that could include mornings, evenings and weekends.

Physical Requirements

• Sufficient physical strength, stamina, and conditioning to rescue swimmers in danger of drowning who may resist rescue and to work for sustained periods of time under varying weather conditions.
• Occasional lifting up to 75 pounds as well as possible lifting of an injured individual.
• Some exposure and working with possible hazardous chemicals.
• Frequent exposure to noise levels that may cause distractions, listening and visual observations required at all times.
• Eyesight and Hearing: You must be able to visually scan area to spot distressed swimmers. Must clearly hear calls for help, whistles, or co-worker communications over the loud ambient noise of a pool.
• Position may require standing, sitting, and kneeling for extended periods of time.

I understand that I am applying for employment at will, and nothing in this job description and no oral statements made to me in connection with this job description can be construed as a contract of employment.

Summary

Candidates must be available to work a minimum of two of the following shifts.