Water Safety Instructor (Part-Time)

Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be
 
Completion of one (1) year of high school.  Prior experience as a lifeguard or on a swim or water polo team is highly desirable.
 
 
Licenses and Certifications:
 

• Possess and maintain a valid Lifeguard Training Certificate and Aquatic Instructor Training Certificate issued by the American Red Cross.
• Must obtain American Red Cross First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate for infant, child, and adult within three (3) months of hire; and an AED Certificate with one (1) year of hire.

• Principles and techniques of swim instruction.
• Basic principles and techniques of lifeguarding, adult and/or child cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) methods, and first aid, including rescuer methods as defined by the American Red Cross, National Pool and Waterpark Lifeguard Training Program (NPWLTP), or YMCA.
• Methods for keeping water and surrounding areas safe for public use; safe handling and use of chemicals.

• Applicable safety precautions and procedures related to the program area(s) and facilities to which assigned.

• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, and organizational policies and procedures relevant to the assigned area of responsibility.
• English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors and City staff.

• Teach swimming techniques to aquatics participants.
• Work independently while supervising facilities and user groups.
• Perform work in an efficient, effective, safe, and timely manner.
• Perform water chemistry tests.
• Use appropriate safety equipment when handling pool chemicals and equipment.
• Meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform the assigned duties.

• Handle medical emergencies and injuries in a calm and effective manner, including providing basic first aid and/or adult and child cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
• Maintain and operate equipment and facilities in a clean, safe, and secure manner for public use.

• Perform basic administrative support work with accuracy, speed, and minimal supervision.
• Learn, interpret, and apply administrative and departmental policies and procedures.

• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

• Maintain accurate logs and basic written records of work performed; prepare clear and concise reports.

• Operate office equipment and computer applications related to area of assignment.
• Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.

• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.

• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.

• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.