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Water Safety Instructor, PT (continuous)
Government Jobs, Oakland, California, United States, 94601
Water Safety Instructor
The City of Oakland is currently recruiting to fill multiple part-time Water Safety Instructor positions in the Oakland Parks and Recreation Aquatic Centers for both seasonal and year-round employment. Working hours will vary from week to week. Water Safety Instructors perform a variety of duties at the City's pools including swimming instruction, coordination of the Water Safety Instruction (WSI) program, and other aquatic activities. We are looking for someone who is: Customer service oriented. You have a reputation for providing exceptional customer service, going above and beyond to meet the needs of every customer, and leaving a lasting impression on their experience. A team player. You are a strong collaborator skilled at building meaningful connections across various departments and divisions, at all levels of the organization, and throughout the community with a commitment to achieving OPRYD's mission. Interested in community engagement. You are enthusiastic about playing an active role in the Oakland community. What you will typically be responsible for: Ensuring pool patrons' safety and well-being by enforcing rules, preventing accidents, and administering first aid. Providing swimming lessons to all ages and abilities, following American Red Cross guidelines. Supervising and directing Water Safety Aides in the "Learn-to-swim" program. Assisting the Pool Manager in coordinating and implementing water safety instruction. Completing all necessary records, including accident reports, and time slips. Aiding in patron registration for swim classes and maintaining positive community relations. A few reasons you might love this job: You will be part of a fun team. You will engage with community members and build positive relationships. Your work will result in a safer environment for all. A few challenges you might face in this job: You will need to deal with customer complaints. You may have to travel to multiple/various sites/recreation centers. Competencies Required: Building and Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships. Customer Focus: Attending to the needs and expectations of customers. Listening: Fully comprehending spoken communication. Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue. Presentation Skill: Formally delivering information to groups. Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards. Minimum Requirements for Application: This is a public contact position. The City highly encourages all bilingual candidates to apply! Some positions may require bilingual skills in Spanish, Cantonese, or Mandarin. Under the authority of Civil Service Rules Section 5.03, if a position requires bilingual language skills, only those candidates who have indicated they are bilingual in the required language(s) will be referred. Bilingual candidates will be required to successfully pass a language proficiency test if selected for hire. Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the following minimum qualifications may be acceptable: Experience: One year of aquatics experience. Previous experience as a swim coach or competitive swimmer is highly desirable. Certifications: Current Red Cross certifications in Water Safety Instruction, Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR for Lifeguards with AED or CPR for the Professional Rescuer with AED. Please scan and attach these required certifications to your application. Failure to submit these required certifications will result in disqualification from the selection process. Other Requirements: Candidates must be at least seventeen (17) years or older to apply. Candidates who receive offers of employment will be required to submit fingerprints, undergo a criminal record clearance and have a physical examination including a TB screening. Work Permits: Minors will be subject to state guidelines and restrictions governing their employment while employed with the City of Oakland. This shall include applicable work permits, records, hours worked, and time reporting guidelines. Minors seeking information regarding work permits should contact their local school district. When applicable, work permits must be obtained prior to beginning employment.
The City of Oakland is currently recruiting to fill multiple part-time Water Safety Instructor positions in the Oakland Parks and Recreation Aquatic Centers for both seasonal and year-round employment. Working hours will vary from week to week. Water Safety Instructors perform a variety of duties at the City's pools including swimming instruction, coordination of the Water Safety Instruction (WSI) program, and other aquatic activities. We are looking for someone who is: Customer service oriented. You have a reputation for providing exceptional customer service, going above and beyond to meet the needs of every customer, and leaving a lasting impression on their experience. A team player. You are a strong collaborator skilled at building meaningful connections across various departments and divisions, at all levels of the organization, and throughout the community with a commitment to achieving OPRYD's mission. Interested in community engagement. You are enthusiastic about playing an active role in the Oakland community. What you will typically be responsible for: Ensuring pool patrons' safety and well-being by enforcing rules, preventing accidents, and administering first aid. Providing swimming lessons to all ages and abilities, following American Red Cross guidelines. Supervising and directing Water Safety Aides in the "Learn-to-swim" program. Assisting the Pool Manager in coordinating and implementing water safety instruction. Completing all necessary records, including accident reports, and time slips. Aiding in patron registration for swim classes and maintaining positive community relations. A few reasons you might love this job: You will be part of a fun team. You will engage with community members and build positive relationships. Your work will result in a safer environment for all. A few challenges you might face in this job: You will need to deal with customer complaints. You may have to travel to multiple/various sites/recreation centers. Competencies Required: Building and Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships. Customer Focus: Attending to the needs and expectations of customers. Listening: Fully comprehending spoken communication. Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue. Presentation Skill: Formally delivering information to groups. Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards. Minimum Requirements for Application: This is a public contact position. The City highly encourages all bilingual candidates to apply! Some positions may require bilingual skills in Spanish, Cantonese, or Mandarin. Under the authority of Civil Service Rules Section 5.03, if a position requires bilingual language skills, only those candidates who have indicated they are bilingual in the required language(s) will be referred. Bilingual candidates will be required to successfully pass a language proficiency test if selected for hire. Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the following minimum qualifications may be acceptable: Experience: One year of aquatics experience. Previous experience as a swim coach or competitive swimmer is highly desirable. Certifications: Current Red Cross certifications in Water Safety Instruction, Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR for Lifeguards with AED or CPR for the Professional Rescuer with AED. Please scan and attach these required certifications to your application. Failure to submit these required certifications will result in disqualification from the selection process. Other Requirements: Candidates must be at least seventeen (17) years or older to apply. Candidates who receive offers of employment will be required to submit fingerprints, undergo a criminal record clearance and have a physical examination including a TB screening. Work Permits: Minors will be subject to state guidelines and restrictions governing their employment while employed with the City of Oakland. This shall include applicable work permits, records, hours worked, and time reporting guidelines. Minors seeking information regarding work permits should contact their local school district. When applicable, work permits must be obtained prior to beginning employment.