Head Swim Instructor (Internal Only) Summer Seasonal

Head Instructor - Swim Lessons (Internal Only)

Part-time, non-exempt, non-benefitted position

Summer seasonal hours, up to 39 hours/week

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE:

This is an internal only position. Only current Willamalane employees will be considered for this position.

All applications due by 5PM on 6/27/25. Application screening will begin immediately. 

Anticipated start date 6/15/2025

General Statement of Duties: Monitors, provides mentoring and direction/assistance to swim instructors; instructs swimming classes, as needed; actively interacts with parents/guardians and participants in the program; does related work as required.

Distinguishing Features of the Class: An employee in this classification is responsible for providing direction and assistance to swim instructors in addition to instructing swimming lessons, as needed. Work is performed under the supervision and oversight of an Aquatics Supervisor and Aquatics Programming Coordinator, who reviews work primarily on the basis of results attained, feedback from participants/parents, and direct observation. Supervision is not normally a responsibility of positions in this classification.

Examples Of Essential Duties Performed: (Illustrative only. Any single position of a class will not necessarily involve all of the duties listed, and many positions will involve duties that are not listed.)

• Provides direction and assistance to swim instructors, including working with children having difficulties and/or suggesting ways to improve teaching techniques.
• Recommends topics/subjects for quarterly training; attends and participates in in-service training.
• Develops recommendations for more effective instruction and/or departmental policies and procedures.
• Responds to a variety of questions/complaints from participants and/or parents regarding the swim lesson program and activities and individual child's progress.
• Teaches swimming classes, as needed if the instructor assigned does not arrive for their shift or is occupied (or becomes occupied) by an emergency.
• Monitors the safety of students, instructors and other patrons using swim center facilities.
• Performs other job-related duties or tasks as required.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge: Considerable knowledge of Willamalane Park and Recreation Districts water safety and swim curriculum; experience training fellow instructors through the shadow training process or in staff in-services; knowledge of Willamalane Park and Recreation District's Aquatic Emergency Action Plans and the role of the swim lesson staff in response to first aid and emergency procedures.

Skills: Effectively communicate and collaborate with community members and staff, adeptly addressing service, safety, and operational concerns, while fostering efficiency and accountability among team members. Proficient in swim instruction, demonstrating diverse skills and techniques, and managing classes with organizational competence and rule enforcement. Equipped with comprehensive training in emergency care, including CPR/AED and first aid.

Abilities: Integrate experience, training, and judgement to make independent, responsible decisions, overseeing staff performance, facility operations, and guest service delivery. Exercise professional judgment to manage unusual and emergency situations, interpreting and implementing swim center policies, and fostering cooperative communication with community members and staff. Provide guidance and support to fellow employees, instructing them on safety protocols during swim instruction programs and creating a positive learning atmosphere. Remain composed and efficient in emergency scenarios, ensuring adherence to swim center policies and monitoring the safety of students and patrons. Instruct others on effective responses to emergency situations during swim instruction programs, promoting a safe and secure environment while continually learning and improving. 

Physical Demands of the Position: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, kneel, stoop, reach, and manipulate objects. When necessary, the employee is occasionally required to move chairs around the pool deck.  The position requires mobility including the ability to lift and move/tow materials in water weighing up to 20-100 pounds (such as students in swim lessons, etc).  The position occasionally requires the employee to move light items weighing up to 20 pounds such as chairs and mats around the pool deck. Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 75% of the work period while working with the swim lesson program.  The duties of this position are always performed inside, thus exposure to adverse weather conditions is highly unlikely.  The employee can expect to spend the vast majority of the work period on the pool deck, which is often wet and slippery, and is frequently required to enter and move around the pool.  The pool deck is temperature controlled and is most always humid and varies in temperature.  Exposure to loud noise is low to moderate, mostly consisting of kids, splashing, human voices, and never necessitates the use of hearing protection.  Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this class with reasonable accommodation.  Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depends, in part, on the specific requirements for the job, the limitations related to the disability and the ability of the hiring department to accommodate the limitation.

Personal Protective Equipment: Nitrile gloves and other PPE will be provided as necessary.

Minimum Experience and Training: Experience teaching swimming lessons or any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the above-described duties.

Preferred Experience and Training: Experience leading and coaching a team of Swim Instructors.

Necessary Special Requirements: Currently employed as a Head Swim Instructor with Willamalane Park and Recreation District. Possession of or ability to obtain first aid and CPR certification. Successful completion of  Willamalane’s Swim Instructor training is required.  Because this job is considered safety sensitive, a drug screen test will be required prior to employment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Hours & Shifts: 

• Shifts will be available when Splash! and the Willamalane Park Swim Center are open during the summer. 
• Additional hours are required for departmental meetings, in-service trainings, opening/closing duties, and occasional events. 
• If applicant is also a Swim Instructor, they may be eligible for additional hours each week. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Drug Free Workplace

Benefits:

• Annual cost of living increase (as approved by the Board).
• 50-percent discount on selected child care programs (see Policy Manual for restrictions).
• 25-percent discount on certain recreation programs.
• Holiday Pay (time and a half) for any hours worked on district designated holidays.
• Sick accrual; 1hr for every 30hrs worked.
• Free use of pools for lap and play swims-EE only.
• Free use of fitness center-EE only with discount for household members.
• Free wellness classes offered by Willamalane.
• Payroll direct deposit is available.

Salary : $17 - $23