Under the direct supervision of the Aquatic Manager, the Water Safety Instructor is responsible for the organization and supervision of his/her daily classes and teaches aquatic and safety programs.

Documentation Submission:
Please note that this application requires the submission of supporting documents. Failure to submit the required documentation will disqualify your application from consideration.

Background Check
As a part of this application process, you must complete and submit an Authorization for a Background Check to be completed. Background Checks will only be completed for applicants that are selected as potential finalists, but the form must be completed and submitted at the time of application. Download the Background Check Consent form here.

• Maintain accurate records of class attendance.
• Prepare lesson plans.
• Demonstrate skills.
• Complete necessary Red Cross forms and other paperwork as requested.
• Communicates with parent/guardian of student in a timely manner.
• Assist with supervision of the locker rooms.
• Maintain and effective, cordial, and friendly attitude at all times.
• Be familiar with all emergency procedures, and know your role in emergency.
• Report all accidents and near drowning promptly to the aquatics supervision and fill out accident report.
• Provide constant supervision of all students at all times, insuring class is never left unattended.
• Supervise and direct the water safety instructor aides during class activities.
• Administer proper first aid.
• Know, enforce, and adhere to all rules of the pool.
• Know severe weather procedures.
• Be helpful, friendly, and cheerful to the public and fellow employees.
• Direct all complaints to the manager on duty.
• Serve as a lifeguard (if certified) and/or pool attendant when needed.
• Attend staff meetings and in-services.
• Performs other related job duties as required.

• Knowledge of aquatic safety principles and practices and lifesaving techniques.
• Knowledge of applicable lifesaving training and certification requirements.
• Understanding of applicable emergency medical response training and certification requirements.
• Must be mature enough to recognize and appreciate the vital nature of their responsibilities.

• Sixteen years of age or older.
• Completion of Water Safety Instructor Certificate.
• Completion of Red Cross Lifeguarding certificate (including First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification) desirable.