Assistant Aquatic Instructor

Description Juneau Pools is seeking a Recreation Worker II also known as Assistant Aquatic Instructor to join our energetic Dimond Park Aquatic Center team! Under general supervision, this position will teach swimming lessons to students aging from six months to senior citizens.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR We are looking for fun and energetic applicants with good communication and organizational skills who enjoy working with children in an aquatic setting. Applicants must be attentive and able to follow the directions of the aquatic instructor whom they are assisting.

THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM Aquatic staff enjoy flexibility in staffing as well as a complimentary pool pass for the employee.

WORKING HOURS AND LOCATION This position's scheduled shifts will be on weekday evenings during the school year and on weekday mornings, typically from 8:00am-12:00pm, during the summer and occasional Saturday mornings.

Typical Responsibilities

The main duty of this position will be assisting aquatic instructors during swim lessons by helping with class management and always keeping eyes on all students in the swim lesson. Class sessions are typically 30 - 45 minutes long and held between two and four times a week, either in the mornings or evenings, depending on the time of year.

Secondary duties will include gathering equipment from the supply closet for swim lessons, helping children connect with their responsible adult when use of the bathroom is necessary during lessons, and attending periodic training sessions to improve and learn new teaching strategies.

Licensure: Minimum Qualifications

CPR/First Aid Certification within 30 days of employment.

Other: Under Alaska Statute 12.62.160 (9) Appointments to this position are offered conditionally, pending the results of a criminal records report (Non-FBI). Human Resources evaluates the results to ensure the applicant does not have any convictions that result in a direct nexus to the primary duties involving supervising minors. Applicants who materially misrepresent any information provided in the employment process will be excluded from further consideration or may be dismissed if already employed.

Other: Must obtain First Aid and CPR certification within 3 months of hire.

Supplemental Information

HIRING MANAGER CONTACT INFO Hiring Manager: Ellen Johnston

Phone Number: 907-586-0839 Ext. 4148

Email: [email protected] This recruitment is being used to collect applications for a Part-Time Limited Recreation Worker II for the Parks and Recreation Department. In accordance with 2 PR 010, part-time limited positions may be non-competitive and are not subject to public announcement. Please read the below information carefully to ensure your application submission meets all submittal requirements. Education If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your education in your application, and you may be required to provide transcripts.

Work Experience If you are using work experience to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your work experience in the application.

If your application does not support minimum qualifications, you may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment. NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

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EEO Statement The City & Borough of Juneau complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call (907) 586-5250 or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973, or correspond with the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at [email protected] or 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, AK 99801. The City and Borough of Juneau is an equal opportunity employer.

Careers with the City & Borough of Juneau offer Many Benefits The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the City & Borough of Juneau. Actual benefits received may differ based on position type and will be prorated for other than full time work. Incumbents of Part-time Limited, Eaglecrest Limited, Short-term Temporary, Emergency and Intern positions are not eligible for the benefits described below.

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental

• No cost employee only plan available

• Employer paid Basic Life insurance--$10,000 for employee, spouse & dependents

• Additional optional coverage available

• Travel protection & financial services offered as part of the Life Insurance coverage

• Optional group-based insurance premiums for

• Term life with Accidental Death and Dismemberment (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)

• Short-term Disability

• Accident Insurance

• Critical Illness Insurance

• Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• Pet Insurance

• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

• Employees are eligible for an employer funded Dependent Care Account (DCA) up to $5000.00 following 1 year of actively working.

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)

• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program, depending on your date of hire

• Option to enroll in the City & Borough of Juneau’s Deferred Compensation Program with MissionSquare

• Employer match available for participating PERS Tier IV employees

• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan & Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

For more information on health, retirement and optional benefits for eligible employees visit: Benefits – City and Borough of Juneau

Paid Leave and Holidays

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served

• 21 days of PL within first year of employment

• Personal leave includes Sick leave

• Thirteen paid holidays a year

• Six weeks Paid Parental Leave (to eligible employees)

Employee Wellness Program

The Employee Wellness Program assists employees in making choices that support their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. The program provides:

• An opportunity to earn a health insurance premium discount of $1300 per year
• An Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Pass Discounts to local and CBJ recreation facilities
• Health related webinars
• Office Ergonomic Assessments

For more information on the Employee Wellness Program visit Wellness Program – City and Borough of Juneau.

Additional Perks

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer
• Parking passes or bus passes provided for employees working in the downtown offices
• Free passes to Parks & Recreation field house, ice arena, and swimming pools