Swim Lesson Aide - Chinn

PrInce William County Government

  • Woodbridge, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • $13.75–$20.37 Per Hour
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Description

Swim Lesson Aide - Chinn

Salary

$13.75 - $20.37 Hourly

Location

Prince William County, VA

Job Type

Part-time Non-benefitted (PN)

Job Number

202610742

Department

PARKS & RECREATION-SEASONAL AND PROVISIONAL

Division

CHINN CENTER

Opening Date

07/31/2026

Closing Date

8/14/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

GRADE

A01

  • Description
  • Benefits
  • Questions

Introduction

The Department of Parks and Recreation has 8 aquatic facilities to include: 2 indoor pools, 4 community pools and 2 waterparks. The aquatics department serves over 400,000 visitors a year. We offer a number of aquatic programming options, with nearly 7,000 participants per year.

The swim lesson aide assists in providing swim lesson instructions to participants in the pool, helps with set-up and clean-up of the program area, takes attendance, provides excellent customer service, and ensures the safety and security of the swim lesson participants.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be 15 years old or older
  • Have knowledge of all six (6) swim strokes and be able to jump into chest deep water
  • Must be able to tread water for one (1) minute and then swim 25 yards of either freestyle or elementary backstroke

Starting Rate of Pay: $13.75

The Department of Parks and Recreation conducts DMV records checks on all licensed employees and criminal background checks on all hires age 18 years and older.

Please note: the position is open until the advertisement closes with ongoing application review.

Note: The information that follows is a County-wide Classification Specification that may include details not specifically applicable to this position

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NATURE OF WORK

This class is part of the Recreation Job Family. Incumbents monitor areas, participants, and events to ensure the safety of all visitors and participants. Responsibilities include: monitoring games, practices, and events to ensure compliance with code of conduct; assisting patrons as needed; and performing reception and concession duties.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This position is responsible for monitoring games, events, and practices; ensuring compliance with applicable code of conduct rules; providing customer services; and performing reception and/or concession duties.

TYPICAL CLASS RESPONSIBILITIES (These responsibilities are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

  1. Monitors games, practices, and events to ensure compliance with code of conduct and other regulations.

  2. Performs reception and concession duties during sporting events.

  3. Provides customer assistance by directing customers to requested services.

  4. Compiles and maintains a variety of logs, records, and reports related to daily activities including activity reports and work orders.

  5. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

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KNOWLEDGE

Basic mathematical concepts;

Customer service principles;

Recordkeeping principles;

Cash handling procedures;

Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations;

Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment;

Modern office technology;

Computers and related software applications.

SKILLS

Providing customer service;

Maintaining basic operational records and reports;

Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards;

Utilizing computers and relevant software applications;

Using a computer and related software applications;

Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc., sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Discipline specific responsibilities do not apply to this classification.

LEVEL OF DECISIONS

Responsibilities are typically procedure based with defined goals and processes or methods, but incumbents have the latitude to determine the speed or order of steps used to complete assignments.

DIRECTION RECEIVED

Incumbents perform tasks following defined procedures and standards, and deviation from procedures typically requires prior approval.

DIRECTION PROVIDED

Incumbents are typically not responsible for providing formal work direction.

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MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

8th grade education and 0-12 months of related experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Minimum 15 years old; First Aid Certification and/or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification may be required depending on position; Federal or State background check may be required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, and intense noises.

NOTE

The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.

Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.

The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

  • Temporary
  • Provisional
  • Seasonal employees

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Prince William County Benefit Programs

01

This position has a minimum age requirement of 15 years of age. Do you meet this age requirement?

  • Yes
  • No

02

This position requires a minimum education of an 8th grade education or higher. Please select the option that best describes your highest level of completed education.

  • High School Diploma/Equivalent or higher
  • Completion of 11th grade
  • Completion of 10th Grade
  • Completion of 9th Grade
  • Completion of 8th grade
  • None of the above

03

How much experience do you have working with children?

  • 12+ months of experience
  • 6-12 months of experience
  • 3-6 months of experience
  • No experience

04

This position requires the effective communication with children as well as adults to provide an excellent experience for our patrons. How much experience do you have providing excellent customer service?

  • More than 12 months of experience in customer service
  • 6-12 months of experience in customer service
  • 3-6 months of experience in customer service
  • No experience in customer service

05

This position works at a facility that is open limited hours during the school year, then 7 days a week during the summer. Shifts include: early morning and evening hours, weekends and holidays. Please select the shifts below that you are able to work:

  • Early mornings
  • Evenings
  • Weekends
  • Holidays

06

This position requires familiarity with all basic swim strokes. Please select ALL of the swim strokes below that you are familiar with (MAY NOT BE ABLE TO PERFORM ALL, but are familiar with):

  • Freestyle
  • Backstroke
  • Breaststroke
  • Butterfly
  • Elementary backstroke
  • Sidestroke
  • None of the above

07

Are you able to jump into chest deep water, tread water for one minute, and then swim 25 yards of either freestyle or elementary backstroke?

  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Employer Prince William County Government

Address 1 County Complex Court

Prince William County, Virginia, 22192

Website https://www.pwcva.gov/department/human-resources/careers

Numbers & Facts

LocationWoodbridge, VA
Salary$13.75–$20.37 Per Hour

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