Swim Instructor

Great Oaks; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Mason Parks & Recreation Department seeks a motivated aquatics instructor to provide supervised, structured instruction in water safety, swimming, and diving to participants in the department’s programs. You will supervise participants, ensure safety, complete administrative records, attend trainings, and uphold departmental policies.

In-water and out-of-water training will be provided, with shadowing under an experienced instructor; flexibility to work mornings, evenings, and

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Previous swim lesson instructor experience preferred.
• In-water and out-of-water training provided, with shadowing under current instructor.
• Flexible schedule including mornings, evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction in water safety, swimming, and diving techniques within program curriculum.
• Provide appropriate supervision to all participants.
• Ensure the safety of program participants.
• Prepare and maintain administrative records and paperwork as requested.
• Attend in-service training sessions and staff meetings.
• Uphold the policies and procedures of the City of Mason Parks & Recreation Department.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Emergency Action Procedures.
• Administer and record first aid/victim care within the level of emergency training.
• Demonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures throughout the recreational areas.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Water safety

Swim instruction

Diving techniques

Supervision

First aid

Shadowing

Flexible schedule

Education

Must be at least 16 years old

Job description

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 America program 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.