Water Safety Instructor - Chinn & DCRC

Water Safety Instructor - Chinn & DCRC

Salary

$19.41 - $41.27 Hourly

Location

Prince William County, VA

Job Type

Part-time Non-benefitted (PN)

Job Number

202610741

Department

PARKS & RECREATION-SEASONAL AND PROVISIONAL

Opening Date

07/31/2026

Closing Date

8/21/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

GRADE

A13

• 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. Team DPR is looking to hire new Water Safety Instructors for our indoor pool at the Sharron Baucom Dale City Recreation Center and Chinn Aquatics & Fitness Center, apply now!

The centers are currently using the American Red Cross learn-to-swim program curriculum. Aquatic programming is scheduled at various times throughout the morning, mid-day, evening and weekends requiring candidates to have a flexible work schedule.

Position Requirements:

• Applicants must be 16 years or older to be considered for this position.
• 8th grade education or higher.
• Applicant must be able to obtain an American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification after hired.

Starting Payrate: $19.41

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

Please note: positions are open until filled or 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 performs routine work in connection with various recreation programs or activities. Instructors in this classification teach beginner and intermediate aquatic classes. Example; preschool, learn to swim, private swim, lifeguard training courses etc. May provide daily upkeep and light maintenance of equipment and facility.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable code of conduct rules; providing customer services. Work is performed in accordance with set procedures and guidelines, and deviation from those guidelines require approval.

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

1.Carrying out program plans, activities, and lessons. Sets up equipment or materials needed for a class and cleans up after program.

2.Provides excellence in customer service by answering questions and providing information to the public.

3.Maintains and prepares equipment and facility and maintains related records.

4.Enforces pool rules; provides emergency care and treatment as required.

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

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KNOWLEDGE

Requires special training in specified activity;

Customer service principles;

Life guarding surveillance and rescue techniques;

Basic exercise science principles and theories;

Recordkeeping principles;

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;

Monitoring the use of equipment;

Applying life guarding surveillance and rescue techniques;

Cleaning and maintaining fitness equipment and machines;

Maintaining basic operational records and reports;

Using a computer and related software applications;

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

Utilizing computers and relevant 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

Must be at least 16 years old; Water Safety Instructor Certification required; May require Federal or State background check.

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: May require 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, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, work space restrictions, 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

01

This position has a minimum age requirement of 16 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

This position works in an environment that requires a flexible schedule to include: early mornings, mid-day, evenings, and weekends. Are you available to work a flexible schedule?

• Yes
• No

04

Are you currently a certified Water Safety Instructor through the American Red Cross?

• Yes
• No

05

How many years of experience do you have teaching swimming in a public setting?

• 2+ years
• 1-2 years
• 6 months - 11 months
• Less than 6 months
• None

06

How many classes have you taught in the last two years?

• None
• 2 or less
• 3-10 classes
• 11-19 classes
• 20+ classes

07

Do you have any experience working with special groups? Examples include: special needs, infants/toddlers, adults, arthritis water exercise, diving, scouts.

• Yes
• No

08

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

09

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

10

Please specify your preferred work location:

• Sharron Baucom Dale City Recreation Center
• Chinn Aquatic & Fitness Center
• Either location

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