PURPOSE: Under the supervision of the Aquatics Manager, Learn to Swim Coordinator or designated supervisor, Swim instructors are responsible for teaching swimming/diving and water safety to patrons at the City of Upper Arlington Aquatic Facilities.  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION: Maintains a safe environment for patrons.

• Interacts with patrons on a daily basis.
• Instruct proper swimming, diving, and water safety techniques to registered patrons in a structured, safe and fun atmosphere.
• Performs rescues and renders first aid, CPR, AED, etc.
• Actively participates in in-service training sessions.
• Explains and demonstrates the uses of water safety supplies and equipment.
• Prepare well-designed lesson plans for each class session
• Maintains notes on participants and interacts with the community.
• Follow Learn to Swim program protocols for the evaluation and progress of the participants.
• Activates "Emergency Action Plan" as necessary and coordinates all efforts with full-time staff.
• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strictly enforces policies, rules, regulations, laws and ordinances governing the conduct of persons using the facility and promptly warns users or existing safety hazards.
• Safeguards and regulates the conduct of patrons.
• Provides outstanding customer service.
• Knowledgeable of all departmental policies, procedure, rules, regulations, etc.
• Gives facility tours.
• Sets up and tears down equipment when necessary.
• Prepares clear and concise written reports.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings.
• Must be able to assist, communicate, and work with people of all ages.
• Performs other related duties as assigned/required.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicant must be at least 15 years of age and be able to exert extreme physical effort.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:

• Red Cross lifeguard certification (Preferred)
• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (Preferred)

INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS: The employee has exposure to chemical compounds found in a commercial aquatic environment (e.g., chlorine, muriatic acid, stabilizer, etc.); works in both indoor and outdoor pool environments; works around persons of all ages; exposed to possible injury from bodily fluids, hazardous waste; may have contact with potentially violent or emotionally distraught persons; routinely lifts objects 20 lbs. or less; occasionally pushes objects 50 lbs. or less; occasionally pulls objects 50 lbs. or less.Ability to: give instruction and direction; work under stressful conditions and to immediately respond to crisis situations; interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, picture, or schedule form; define and solve problems; collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; exercise independent judgment and discretion; determine material and equipment needs; add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers; complete routine forms; compile and prepare reports; respond to routine inquiries from public and/or officials; communicate effectively; understand a variety of written and/or verbal communications; maintain records according to established procedures; maintain confidentiality of restricted information; work alone or in a group setting; cooperate with co-workers on group projects; answer routine telephone inquiries; handle sensitive inquiries from and contacts with officials and general public; develop and maintain effective working relationships; resolve complaints; provide outstanding customer service; respond to emergency situations; carry out instructions; work all types of hours and days (including weekends).
Pay: 

• $15.50-$17.97
• $16.75-$19.70 WSI (Water Safety Instructor Certified)
• Rate Adjustment: $1.50 
• Rate Adjustment: $2.75 WSI (Water safety Instructor Certified)

 
Schedule:

• Morning and Evening Shifts
• Weekends as needed

 
Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)