WATER FITNESS INSTRUCTOR (AQUATICS SPECIALIST II)

Aquatics Specialist II
Typical assignments include: Pool Manager, Camp Director.
In addition to the duties and responsibilities of a Lifeguard I & II and Aquatics Specialist I:

• Act as lead staff for the aquatics programs and camps as assigned
• Responsible for opening and closing aquatic facility
• Monitor activity enrollment in aquatic programs and camps. Call waitlists and/or cancel programs based upon enrollment minimums and maximums
• Create, modify and implement age-appropriate program curriculum
• Plan, lead and actively participate in training sessions 
• Analyze program needs and recommend new and innovative program and training ideas
• Work with Lifeguard II and Aquatic Specialist I to maintain proper execution of camps, programs and facility rentals
• Provide excellent customer service and act as the point of contact for program participants to explain policies, procedures and solve problems
• Assist in building and maintaining activities, and staff scheduling for aquatics programs and services, and other clerical tasks using Recreation software applications
• Create and distribute marketing materials including schedules and registration documents for the Aquatics department
• Work at department and citywide special events
• Coordinate emergency response activities including training drills with other departments 
• Participates in employee performance evaluations 
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge of:
Aquatics Specialist I:

• Swimming strokes progression, techniques, and teaching methods.
• Principles, practices, and procedures relating to operations and emergency response at an aquatics facility.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Training,, Basic Water Rescue, Safety Training for Swim Coaches and First aid and CPR/AED .
• Modern office practices and procedures, including operation of computer equipment and related software.
• Basic information specific to assigned program activities and functions including principles and techniques of Water Safety Instructor training.
• Experience with competitive swimming and water fitness techniques including organization and design of workouts.
• USA Swimming rules and regulations and standard practices from a nationally recognized organization for water exercise programs.