Swim Lesson Instructor (WSI)

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Swim Lesson Instructor (WSI)

Salary

$20.00 Hourly

Location

Missoula, Montana

Job Type

Short Term Worker

Job Number

00331

Department

Parks & Recreation

Division

P&R Aquatics

Opening Date

03/07/2024

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

Overview

Do you have a passion for working with children? Would you like to be part of a team that is dedicated to teaching kids a life-saving skill? Can you handle an environment filled with lot of little smiles and an occasional big splash (or two)?

Missoula Parks and Recreation is looking to fill Water Safety Instructor positions! This is a great opportunity to educate patrons in swimming technique skills and help others stay safe and enjoy being in the pool.

Aquatics WSI Instruction $12/lesson (0.6 hours)

Aquatics WSI Instruction $16/lesson (0.8 hours)

This position will remain open until filled. Applicant screening will begin on Monday, March 25, 2024.

Resumes will not be reviewed. All details should be entered on the application.

Essential Functions

• Plan and implement a progressive swim lesson and water safety schedule according to program guidelines for both Currents and Splash Montana.

• Teach swimming skills and safety techniques to patrons of the Missoula Swim Academy program.

• Create an environment of learning within the pool area, including an increasing level of comfort, technique, and safety for all lesson participants.

• Collaborate with Lesson Supervisor to ensure proper placement of students based on ability level.

• Perform record keeping duties, including completing paperwork in a timely methodical manner, etc.

• Observe the behavior of pool patrons to maintain order and safety.

• Maintain and inspect all instructional equipment and facilities for cleanliness and safety.

• Serve as a member of the Emergency Action Plan.

• Perform other duties, as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of waterpark and pool facility safety procedures, policies, and practices with the ability to instruct on water safety and enforce rules firmly with tact.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of facilitating swim lessons, including program planning and development, staff management, training, risk mitigation, etc.

• Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, Missoula Swim Academy programs and other seasonal aquatics programming.

• Knowledge of and ability to promote department safety considerations, City safety policies, OSHA standards and guidelines, and the Americans for Disabilities Act.

• Skill in following oral and written instructions.

• Skill in multitasking in a fast-paced environment, while providing effective customer service.

• Skill in communicating, in person and writing, with the proven ability to establish and maintain positive effective working relationships with diverse individuals.

• Ability to effectively break instructions down to specific skills and techniques with patience and tact.

• Ability to stay alert and identify potential and/or actual emergency situations.

• Ability to lead and work with both adults and youth of all ages.

• Ability to participate in a customer focused and team-oriented environment, contributing as lead and collaborator, when necessary.

• Ability to maintain and exhibit integrity and discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information.

• Ability to maintain and foster a culture of professionalism, adhere to departmental and City standards and specifications, and support a positive team environment.

• Ability to resolve conflicts with facilitating outcomes while maintaining a calm demeanor.

• Ability to learn departmental and City of Missoula practices and procedures.

Working Conditions:

• Position requires the ability to lift 50 lbs. or less.

• Duties are frequently performed under conditions where noise, heat, dampness, or cold are unavoidable.

• Work environment may involve occasional exposure to occupational hazards, biohazards, and physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.

Qualifications and Additional Application Materials

• Any combination of training and experience with aquatics programming, instruction, or another relevant field.

• Must be of legal age to perform the duties of the positions.

• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

• Must have Water Safety Instructor (WSI) & CPR/First Aid/AED certifications.

This summary outlines the benefit programs; actual benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status.

The City of Missoula will reward your contributions to our community with competitive compensation and generous benefits, including but not limited to:

• Market-Competitive Salary

• Work/life balance, including the possibility of flexible schedules and remote work opportunities

• $0 premium for health and dental coverage for employees and affordable premiums for family coverage

• $10,000 Employer-sponsored Accidental Death and Dismemberment Life Insurance Policy

• Options for supplemental life, disability, critical illness, and accident

• Constitutionally guaranteed retirement plan (http://mpera.mt.gov/) with the City contributing 8.77% of salary on your behalf and the ability to contribute to a supplemental deferred compensation program

• Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts

• The City of Missoula may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Look here (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) to learn more and understand whether you may be eligible.

Additional benefits package information is available here (https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/DocumentCenter/View/53956/Benefits-at-a-Glance?bidId=) .

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Do you have your Water Safety Instructor (or nationally recognized equivalent) Certificate?

• Yes

• No

  02

  How many months experience do you have teaching swim lessons?

  Required Question

Agency

City of Missoula

Address

435 Ryman Street

Human Resources

Missoula, Montana, 59802

Phone

406-552-6130

Website

https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/

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