JOB
Under the general supervision of Aquatic Programmer, the Water Safety Instructor will teach learn-to-swim and water safety courses. The Water Safety Instructor also ensures the safety of aquatic patrons by enforcing all safety rules and regulations and enforces pool rules in and around the pool.
The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential Job Functions:
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Teaches learn-to-swim and water safety courses.
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Ensures patron safety by strictly enforcing aquatic facility policies, rules, and regulations.
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Performs CPR, Rescue Breathing or First Aid as needed.
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Provides for the health and safety of participants, including ensuring that all teaching and practice areas are free of hazards, and that materials and equipment are safe.
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Informs Aquatics Programmer of unsafe conditions or activity inside and the areas surrounding the facility.
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Informs Aquatic Programmer of needed material and equipment.
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Assists in the maintenance of daily class attendance.
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Communicates daily with participants and their parents, as appropriate, to ensure they are aware of course progress.
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Responds to and resolves inquiries and complaints from patrons or parents.
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Helps in the daily pool equipment setup and clean up after each session.
Other Important Duties:
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Assists and provides staff coverage in performance of duties.
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Required to participate in all in-service training sessions.
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Required to attend all Pre-summer orientation meetings and trainings.
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Performs other related duties as assigned.
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Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work hours is essential.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements:
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Work may be performed in an indoor or outdoor aquatic environment.
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May be subject to exposure to extreme weather conditions, hazardous chemicals, fumes, infectious diseases, air and water borne pathogens.
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May be subject to extended periods of swimming, bending, reaching, kneeling and lifting such as instructing patrons, administering First Aid or CPR.
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May be subject to working extended or split shifts including mornings, evenings and weekends.
Equipment and Tools Utilized:
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Equipment utilized includes personal computer, copier, calculator, fax machine, other standard office equipment, cash register, cleaning supplies, pool safety and rescue equipment, pool filters, pumps, vacuums, sweepers and department vehicl
