What are the responsibilities and job description for the Leisure Programs Instructor - Swim Lessons position at City of Green River?
Under general supervision, the Swim Instructor/Aide is responsible for providing swim lessons to students of all levels and abilities based on the American Red Cross (ARC) Learn-to-Swim standards and program requirements.
Interact with patrons.
Perform other related job duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience Required:
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, crouch, twist, and grasp; work with hands above shoulder height with up to 40 lbs.; work with arms extended at shoulder height with up to 20 lbs.; and lift or carry 50 lbs. or less and push and/or pull heavy weights (over 75 lb. weights) on a regular basis.
- The Swim Instructor/Aide reports to the Recreation Programs Supervisor.
- This position supervises patrons in group activities, but does not exercise supervision over other staff members.
Interact with patrons.
Perform other related job duties as assigned.
Ability to:
- Effectively teach.
- Follow oral and written instructions.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public.
- Distinguish varying levels of cleanliness and take necessary measures to ensure a clean environment (i.e. mopping, sweeping, hosing down, shoveling, window cleaning, vacuuming, polishing tables, etc.).
- Possess physical conditioning required to perform duties as an instructor in the specialized recreational activity. All instructor positions require the ability to effectively lead citizens in a comprehensive workout in the appropriate category.
Age Requirement:
Must be 15 years of age or older.
License/Certification:
Must be 15 years of age or older.
License/Certification:
- Current CPR certification.
- Current First Aid certification.
- Current Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification.
Experience Required:
- Any combination of education, training, and experience that would provide necessary instruction skills and expertise in area of instruction.
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, crouch, twist, and grasp; work with hands above shoulder height with up to 40 lbs.; work with arms extended at shoulder height with up to 20 lbs.; and lift or carry 50 lbs. or less and push and/or pull heavy weights (over 75 lb. weights) on a regular basis.
Applicants who are offered employment are required to pass a comprehensive law enforcement background investigation (including FBI fingerprint check), job-related physical exam, drug screening test and driver license check.
The City of Green River is an EEO/ADA employer and a smoke-free workplace per City ordinance.
Salary : $15
