Part-Time Water Safety Instructor

JOB SUMMARY

The Water Safety Instructor is responsible for teaching learn to swim classes to children and adults. Plan, conduct and/or organize designated swimming development classes or water safety presentations.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Minimum of 16 years of age and actively pursuing high school diploma.

Special Requirements:

Must possess current American Red Cross Certifications - Water Safety Instructor (WSI). PCPR/AED and First Aid or equivalent certification.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and able to teach the American Red Cross Water Safety curriculum.
• Skill in good communication and public relation.
• Ability to swim, bend, stoop, twist and reach when teaching and maintaining pool area.
• Ability to walk frequently to organize and lead participants to and from the water and to identify problems or hazards.
• Ability to lift, carry, push and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 lbs., or heavier weights with the use of proper equipment.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent public service skills at all times.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work requires medium and requires the ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, climbing, crouching, feeling, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, reaching, repetitive motions, speaking, standing, talking and walking.

BENEFITS

The City of Conroe offers an employee assistance program and free membership at the City's pool and recreation center facilities for all employees. Starting salary for this position is $13.652 hourly.

The City of Conroe is an Equal Opportunity Employer