Posting Number S254P Working Title Lifeguard and Swim Instructor/Certification Class Instructor FLSA Pay Grade Advertised Salary Position Status Casual (450 hours) Appointment Length Other Department Wellness Center Job Summary/Basic Function
As Lifeguard: Protect the safety and well being of each patron using the SUWC aquatic facility. The lifeguard will provide friendly, professional, and safe assistance to all aquatic users. Supervise the activities of swimmers by enforcing rules and regulations. Warn swimmers of improper activities or hazards. Rescue persons in distress or in danger of drowning and provide rescue breathing, CPR and First Aid. Notify the Aquatic Coordinator of any accidents, rescues, or other pertinent information. Successfully and positively perform within work team dynamics. Attend scheduled in-service training. Maintain attendance and activity record and complete required reports. Assist in cleaning and maintaining the pool and related areas and facilities. As Swim Instructor/Certification Class Instructor: Responsible for planning, coordinating and teaching group and private swimming lessons. Responsible for planning, coordinating and teaching certification courses.
Minimum Qualifications
High School/GED Equivalent
Lifeguarding with CPR and First Aid for the Professional Rescuer certification
Water Safety Instructor Certification (for swim lessons), Lifeguard Instructor Certification (for lifeguarding), USA Certified Swim Coach (for coaching)
Necessary skills include:
Knowledge in the field of learn-to-swim, lifeguarding, and/or coaching.
Knowledge to develop and implement fitness regimens and/or swimming progressions.
Knowledge of proper use and care of many types of recreational water equipment.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Analytical skills to identify problems, assess alternatives, and render consistent logical decisions in terms of health related issues.
Ability to operate a personal computer with the knowledge of basic office software and software used to schedule events and facilities.
Ability to collaborate effectively as a member of a goal oriented team.
Demonstrated ability to work with diverse group of individuals.
Excellent oral and written communication and customer service skills
1 year experience in development and/or execution of both group and private swim lessons and/or swim team, or other known program
1 year experience working in a high-volume recreational facility with
demonstrated competency in customer service.
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Pool Operator
Experience in a similar aquatic setting
Posting Date 07/17/2024 Close Date Special Instructions Summary
Job Duties
Description of Job Duties
As Swim Instructor/Certification Class Instructor: Job Description: Answer Phones Make Copies as requested Filing as needed Ability to design and implement effective class instruction for groups and classes Chart progress of swimmers and provide certificates upon completion of classes Managing daily operation of private and group swimming lessons services Independent decision making and scheduling with individual clients without direct supervision Recruit and retain a customer and client base