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Lifeguard / Swim Instructor

City of Twin Falls -
Twin Falls, ID

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Job Details

Part-time
$12 - $20 an hour

Qualifications

Customer communication

Full Job Description

Lifeguard / Swim Instructor

The City of Twin Falls is accepting applications for part-time Aquatics positions, including Lifeguard and Swim Instructor. This is an open recruitment intended to support staffing needs throughout the year, including fall, winter, spring, and summer programming.

Aquatics employees help provide safe, welcoming, and enjoyable experiences for patrons and participants at City aquatic facilities. These positions are ideal for individuals who enjoy working with the public, value safety, communicate well, and want to be part of a positive, team-oriented environment.

Applicants may be considered for one or more Aquatics positions based on qualifications, availability, certifications, experience, and department needs.

Supplemental Questions

In the application, there is a section for Supplemental Questions. Please answer the following questions. Failure to answer the supplemental questions may result in your application being denied.

Are you 16 years of age or older? Please answer “yes” or “no.” Do not provide your age.

Which position or positions are you interested in? Lifeguard, Swim Instructor, or both?

Please provide an overview of your weekly availability.

How many hours per week are you seeking?

Please describe your fall, winter, spring, and summer availability, if known.

Do you have previous competitive swimming, lifeguarding, or instructional swim experience?

Do you currently hold any aquatics-related certifications? If yes, please list them.

Available Positions

Lifeguard

As a Lifeguard for the City of Twin Falls, you will help keep aquatic facilities safe, clean, welcoming, and enjoyable. In this role, you will actively monitor pool activities, respond to emergencies, enforce pool rules, and promote water safety.

You will work closely with fellow lifeguards, pool supervisors, swim instructors, and recreation staff while using sound judgment, teamwork, and strong communication skills to help ensure every patron has a safe and positive experience.

Swim Instructor

As a Swim Instructor for the City of Twin Falls, you will help participants of varying ages and abilities build confidence, develop swim skills, and learn water safety. In this role, you will teach swim techniques, adapt instruction to meet individual needs, and create a positive, encouraging, and structured learning environment.

You will work closely with fellow instructors, lifeguards, pool supervisors, and recreation staff while using patience, strong communication, and teamwork to support a safe and successful learning experience.

What You'll Do

Depending on the position assigned, duties may include:

Maintain constant surveillance of patrons in and around the pool
Respond quickly and appropriately to emergency situations
Perform preventive lifeguarding and enforce pool rules
Recognize signs of distress or unsafe behavior in the water
Administer first aid and assist with emergency response procedures
Teach swim techniques, strokes, and water safety skills
Adapt lesson plans to meet individual skill levels and learning goals
Assess swimmer progress and provide clear, constructive feedback
Promote a safe, positive, and encouraging environment
Communicate clearly and professionally with patrons, participants, parents, and coworkers
Work as part of a team to support daily pool operations
Complete assigned tasks, including basic cleaning and facility upkeep
Listen to feedback and apply it to improve performance
Perform related duties as needed

Pay

Lifeguard with availability before 3:00 PM: $15.00 per hour, depending on experience
Lifeguard with availability after 3:00 PM: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour, depending on experience
Public Swim Instructor: $16.00 per hour
Private Swim Instructor: $20.00 per hour

Schedule

Part-time opportunities available
Fall, winter, spring, and summer availability may be needed
19 - 39 hours per week, depending on position, availability, and department needs
Evening, weekend, and holiday availability may be required
Saturday and Sunday availability may be required for some assignments

What We're Looking For

We're looking for candidates who:

Pay close attention to safety and detail
Can stay calm and make quick decisions in emergency situations
Communicate well and provide friendly customer service
Bring a positive attitude and enjoy working as part of a team
Are open to direction and willing to apply feedback
Enjoy working with people of all ages and abilities
Can adapt communication or instruction to meet different needs
Demonstrate reliability, professionalism, and a willingness to learn

Required Qualifications

All applicants must:

Be at least 16 years of age
Be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen
Be able to complete all required pre-employment training, testing, or certification requirements

Additional requirements may apply depending on the position:

Lifeguard

Ability to pass a pre-lifeguard training swim test
Ability to successfully complete required lifeguard training and certification requirements

Swim Instructor

Previous competitive swimming, lifeguarding, or instructional swim experience preferred
Ability to pass a pre-swim instructor training swim test
Ability to successfully complete required swim instructor training and certification requirements

Pre-Employment Training

Pre-employment training may be required and will be provided at no cost to selected candidates. Training requirements may vary based on the position and department needs.

Training may include:

Swim pre-test
Lifeguard training
Swim instructor training
Practical skills assessment
Written examination
Other position-specific training or certification requirements

Successful completion of required training and testing may be required before beginning work.

Training Schedule

Training dates and times will vary based on position, season, and department needs. Selected candidates will receive additional information regarding required training, certification requirements, and available training sessions.

Work Environment

These positions work primarily in an indoor aquatic facility, with outdoor work or activities depending on the season, program, and facility needs. Work is performed in and around swimming pools and may involve exposure to water, humidity, wet or slippery surfaces, pool chemicals, noise, varying temperatures, and fast-paced public recreation activities.

These positions require the ability to communicate effectively, observe pool activities, respond quickly to safety concerns or emergencies, enforce facility rules, provide instruction or assistance to patrons, complete basic cleaning and facility upkeep, and work as part of a team. Employees must have sufficient mobility, stamina, and swimming ability to perform assigned duties, participate in required training, and respond appropriately to operational or emergency needs.

Who We Are

The City of Twin Falls is governed under the council-manager form of city government, combining the political leadership of seven elected City Council members with the managerial experience of a city manager.

As an organization, the City of Twin Falls takes great pride in providing quality service at a reasonable cost. The City is unique among public employers because of its political stability, strong financial condition, dedication to continuous improvement in facilities and services, and progressive approach to problem-solving.

Mission

Our mission, as stewards of the public trust, is to meet the current and future needs of the community, promote citizen involvement, preserve our heritage, conserve and protect our social and physical resources, and enhance the quality of life in Twin Falls.

Vision

In our pursuit of excellence, we work together to make valued contributions by providing outstanding customer service to enhance the quality of life for our neighbors and community.

One City

We believe in working together as a high-performing team. Our structure encourages everyone to be engaged, connected, and willing to take on leadership roles in their departments. We strive to be the best place to work by sharing a common culture and values. Our success is driven by our Leadership Philosophy, which encourages new ideas and motivates us to improve. Everyone is encouraged to contribute ideas that help us become better leaders and make positive changes in our organization.

Questions

If you have any questions regarding this position or the application process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or (208) 735-7251.

This posting may close at any time, without prior notice, once the City determines it has received a sufficient number of qualified applications.

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