Aquatics Instructor

Job Description:

Aquatics Instructor

Description

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

AQUATICS INSTRUCTOR

Department: Parks and Recreation

Pay Grade: Temporary Pay Table

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Personnel Status: Temporary Part-Time

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for planning, organizing, and teaching aquatics classes for the Parks and Recreation Department.This position reports to the Aquatics and Special Events Coordinator.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Develops, promotes, teaches, and evaluates aquatics related classes.
• Keeps up-to-date rosters for classes.
• Assists in maintaining aquatics facilities as needed.
• Keeps immediate supervisor informed of work progress and any potential problems.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

AGENCY-WIDE COMPETENCIES

Professional Excellence

Sense of responsibility and commitment; ability to meet expectations; quality of work output; willingness to admit and correct mistakes.

Communication

Ability to express oneself clearly, credibly, and respectfully in an appropriate tone; quality of judgment exercised in what information should be communicated; ability to adjust to different communication styles.

Teamwork

Commitment to team activities; placing value of team success over personal recognition; altruism; impact on team success; willingness to fulfill a variety of roles.

Engagement

Initiative exercised in solving problems; willingness to take on new responsibilities; acting on opportunities and presenting ideas; modeling a positive attitude and resilience; volunteering for group work; praising work of the City and coworkers; demonstrating pride in public service.

Public Service

Views citizens as a priority; demonstrates ethical, trustworthy behavior, stands as an example of servant leadership; maintains trust of the Auburn citizens.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Any combination of education and experience that would enable the employee to perform the job duties. Preferred possession of a current American Red Cross Lifeguarding or equivalent certification. Preferred possession of a current American Red Cross Basic Swim Instructor (BSI) or Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification.

Special Qualifications:

• Possession of or the ability to readily obtain CPR/First Aid/AED certification within six (6) months of employment.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated. Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.
• Possession of or the ability to readily obtain certification(s) for the specific aquatics class(es) assigned to instruct (i.e., Aqua Zumba, Aqua Aerobics, Aqua Yoga, etc.)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of CPR, First Aid, and AED procedures.
• Knowledge of department and recreation center rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of safety principles and procedures involved in teaching aquatics classes.
• Knowledge of local government operations, policies and plans, and modern office practices and procedures.
• Skill in teaching others safe aquatics techniques, styles, and exercise practices.
• Skill in teaching others swimming techniques, styles, and safe aquatics practices.
• Skill in using computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes.
• Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner.
• Ability to get along with others, and work effectively with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes.
• Ability to work independently, work well with others, and manage time effectively.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is light work, which requires exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, or walking. The employee uses tools or equipment requiring manual dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed in a public indoor or outdoor aquatics environment. The employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, irritating chemicals, and occasionally cold, hot, or inclement weather. The employee may need to use small office equipment such as computers, multi-function copy machines, and telephone systems. The work may require use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

This position is Temporary and not eligible for benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 10/15/2025 11:59 PM Central

Salary:

$21.00 Hourly