Leisure Programs Instructor - Swim Lessons

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, the Swim Instructor is responsible for providing swim lessons to students of all levels and abilities based on the American Red Cross (ARC) Learn-to-Swim standards and program requirements.

SUPERVISION

• The Swim Instructor reports to the Recreation Programs Supervisor.
• This position supervises patrons in group activities, but does not exercise supervision over other staff members.

Examples Of Important & Essential Functions Instruct patrons in the specialized recreational activity of swim lessons.

Interact with patrons.

Qualifications & Requirements Perform other related job duties as assigned.

Ability To

• Effectively teach.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public.
• Distinguish varying levels of cleanliness and take necessary measures to ensure a clean environment (i.e. mopping, sweeping, hosing down, shoveling, window cleaning, vacuuming, polishing tables, etc.).
• Possess physical conditioning required to perform duties as an instructor in the specialized recreational activity. All instructor positions require the ability to effectively lead citizens in a comprehensive workout in the appropriate category.

Minimum Qualifications Age Requirement :

Must be 15 years of age or older.

License/Certification

• Current CPR certification.
• Current First Aid certification.
• Current Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification.

Experience Required

• Any combination of education, training, and experience that would provide necessary instruction skills and expertise in area of instruction.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES REQUIRE THE FOLLOWING PHYSICAL SKILLS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, crouch, twist, and grasp; work with hands above shoulder height with up to 40 lbs.; work with arms extended at shoulder height with up to 20 lbs.; and lift or carry 50 lbs. or less and push and/or pull heavy weights (over 75 lb. weights) on a regular basis.

Applicants who are offered employment are required to pass a comprehensive law enforcement background investigation (including FBI fingerprint check), job-related physical exam, drug screening test and driver license check. The City of Green River is an EEO/ADA employer and a smoke-free workplace per City ordinance. Part-time & Seasonal positions are not eligible for City-sponsored benefit plans.