Job Summary Provides quality swimming and water safety instruction to the public for the City of Bryan Parks & Recreation Department.
Essential Job Functions - Plans and conducts swimming lessons and water safety presentations according to skill requirements as defined by the American Red Cross Learn to Swim and Water Safety Instructor Program.
- Establishes positive public relations with parents/guardians of program participants helping them recognize and understand swimming developments and achievements.
- Cautions program participants and other swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards.
- Acts immediately and appropriately to secure the safety of program participants and other swimmers in the event of an emergency.
- Performs first aid or CPR when needed.
- Observes, enforces, and educates on preventative water safety measures and the rules and regulations of the facility.
- Ensures the timely completion of records and other required documentation to the program coordinator.
- Assists with maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary facility.
- Maintains appropriate fitness level to perform all essential functions of the position.
- Continually practices safe work habits and alerts management about safety and other workplace concerns.
- Reports for duty at the times specified and ensures a high standard of personal presentation and appearance is maintained per policy.
- Attends mandatory training, orientations, and other staff meetings as scheduled.
- Adheres to the policies, rules, regulations, and procedures of the City of Bryan and the Parks and Recreation Department.
- Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
- Must be at least 16 years of age.
Preferred:
- Previous experience teaching swimming lessons or participating in competitive swimming.
Licenses, Certifications & Special Requirements Preferred:- American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor ( WSI ) Certification or equivalent.
