Swim Instructor Ii

Salary: $18.38 Hourly
Location : Denton, TX
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: 23-00526
Department: Parks & Recreation
Division: Natatorium
Opening Date: 12/14/2023
Closing Date: 6/14/2024 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Summary
This requisition expires on June 14, 2024, but may close earlier if the position is filled prior to the expiration date.
Responsible for leading swim classes for a wide variety of age groups/skill levels
Essential Functions and Other Important Duties
Essential Functions:

• Instructs/assists swimming classes
• Administers periodic tests and recommends reassignments as necessary
• Performs simple record keeping tasks including the completion and issuance of certificates to participants at the completion of courses, and attendance records
• Exhibits great customer service to participants and patrons
• Promotes aquatic programming through communication to participants and patrons
• Attend trainings
• Assists in aquatic programming
• Upholds all requirements of certification through the American Red Cross including instructor updates, training, and in-services
• Maintains regular and punctual on-site attendance

Additional Duties:

• Performs other duties as assigned

Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications / Acceptable Equivalency:

• Must be at least 16 years old
• Must hold a current American Red Cross CPR-Professional Rescuer and First Aid certification or ability to obtain one within six months of employment
• Must be currently certified by American Red Cross as a Water Safety Instructor (WSI) or ability to obtain certification within six months of employment

OR

• Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job

Core Competencies:

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers

Preferences:

• Bilingual in Spanish and English

Conditions of Employment:

• Must pass a drug test, criminal history background check, and social security number verification
• Must be able to work the entire season; morning, evening, and/or Saturday hours may be required
• Must be able to work complete sessions (substitution only allowed with proof of an emergency)
• Must provide Instructor Identification number from the American Red Cross prior to the first day of work
• Must pass a physical examination

Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements
Physical Requirements:
Overall Strength Demands: The bold and italicizedword describes the overall strength demand of the functions performed by the incumbent during a typical workday.

• Sedentary - lifting no more than 10 pounds
• Light - lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds
• Medium - lifting no more than 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds
• Heavy - lifting no more than 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds
• Very Heavy - lifting more than 100 pounds, carry more than 50 pounds

Physical Demand Codes: The following describes if the incumbent is expected to exert the following physical demands during a typical workday and the overall frequency.
Codes for "how often":
Y = Yes
N = No
E = extensive (100-70%)
M = moderate (60-30%)
I = infrequent (20-10%)
A = almost never (<10%)
Task: Code:

1. Standing: M
2. Sitting: M
3. Walking: M
4. Lifting: M
5. Carrying: M
6. Pushing/Pulling: M
7. Overhead Work: M
8. Fine Dexterity: I
9. Kneeling: I
10. Crouching: I
11. Crawling: I
12. Bending: M
13. Twisting: M
14. Climbing: M
15. Balancing: M
16. Vision: E
17. Hearing: E
18. Talking: E
19. Video Display: I
20. Swimming: E

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:
The essential functions of this position require the daily use of kickboards, noodles, and various other aquatic teaching aides.
Environmental Factors:
The essential functions of this position are performed in chlorinated water in a natatorium or at an outdoor aquatic facility in 90-105 degree heat. Potential exists for lifting up to 50 pounds to assist swim participants. Instructors may incur repeated emersions of up to two hours in pool water. Water temperature may vary from 78-90 degrees.
This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
ADA/EOE/ADEA
01
Do you believe you meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the job description?

• Yes
• No

02
Which best describes your highest completed level of education?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associate Degree or Technical Certification
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher
• None of the above

03
How many years of paid, professional-level experience do you have in this field?

• Less than 6 months
• 6 months to less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years or more

04
Do you possess a current and valid First Aid and CPR certification?

• Yes
• No, but I have the ability to attain within 30 days of employment.
• No and I do not have the ability to attain within 30 days.

Required Question