Aquatics Leader 1 & 2The city is currently recruiting for Aquatics Leader 1, 2 and 3 positions. These positions are responsible for supervising large groups of children as well as adults; providing a safe, fun and engaging atmosphere for all participants at the Fife Aquatic Center. All positions are part-time and will require flexibility and the ability to meet with supervisory staff as needed. The 2024 Salary for these position are as follows: Aquatics Leader 1: $22.00 - $26.64 Aquatics Leader 2: $23.64 - $28.60 These positions are eligible for retirement benefits through the Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Benefit information can be found on our city website.
Job Description:
Facilitates special projects and programs with staff and community partners.
Supervises activities in aquatic center.
Assists with supervision of volunteers and program participants.
Attends all staff meetings.
Teaches swim lessons, performs lifeguarding or other duties related to aquatic programming.
Communicates feedback between participants and program supervisor.
Prepares documents such as letters, program evaluation forms, swimmer progress reports, memos, accident reports, daily logs, updates membership database, etc.
Performs cashier and front desk reception responsibilities.
Answers public questions regarding programs and facilities.
Supervises the maintenance of equipment, supplies and facilities.
Maintains compliance with all applicable City, County and State laws and City ordinances, policies and procedures at all times.
Performs minor maintenance / custodial duties.
Performs facility opening and closing responsibilities.
Utilizes REC1 software system to process program registrations, "point-of-sale" transactions, and updating of client / patron accounts.
Other duties as assigned.
Acts as the backup staff member to the Aquatics Leader 2 position as necessary.
Performs cashier duties and cash-out responsibilities as needed.
Performs and records pool chemical testing.
Performs pool cleaning and maintenance duties.
QualificationsEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:High School Diploma.
Minimum one year related experience.
Must be at least 18 years old at time of hire.
Higher level positions will require additional experience and licenses. Please see our website for additional information.
REQUIRED LICENSES/TRAINING:As a swim instructor, no certifications are required prior to start date.
As a lifeguard all required certifications must be completed and continually maintained in a current status in CPR, First Aid, Blood-Borne pathogens, AED and Lifeguard Training.
Additional Information:
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES – AQUATICS:Strong interest in working with toddlers and young children under 12 years old.
Accurately and effectively, respond to the Aquatic Center's Emergency Action Plan.
Knows the levels of each swimmer in the class, knows the skills to be taught in the class, and knows how to effectively and safely manage and teach the class-appropriate swimming skills.
Knows the procedure and techniques to handle general first aid situations.
Attend all staff-required in-services and training.
Maintain all required certifications including blood-borne pathogens, AED, 1st Aid, CPR, lifeguard training, and maintain all physical standards required during duration of certifications.
Meet necessary swimming skills to effectively teach swim lessons to and through the first six levels of the Fife Aquatic Center learn to swim program.
