Swim Instructor

The Parks and Recreation Community Programs Worker provide customer service, program instruction, education, and guidance to various patrons. This position requires applicants to be 16 years of age or older.The job may require successful completion of a background check. The job requires the ability to maintain a collaborative and cooperative working relationship with elected and appointed officials, other City employees, other organizations, and the general public.The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, in wet and humid conditions, with areas of dust, odors, mist, gases or other airborne matter. Employees work in/at places where they are exposed to mechanical hazards. This position works days, evenings, and weekends as required.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProvides swim instruction for program participants by conducting classes in a safe manner, facilitating skill acquisition and fun in classes.Duties include planning and effectively organizing class time for skill practice, providing consistent instruction with encouragement and positive reinforcement.Certification not required (in house training provided).Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONSApplicant must be 16 years of age or older;High school diploma or GED preferred;Basic First Aid certification may be required.An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may be considered.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSWhile performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, climb ladders, work at heights, and in confined spaces. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job-related equipment and driving a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.