(HRY) Water Safety Instructor

Provide swimming instruction to the community in a safe and controlled environment. Essential Job Functions Develops and prepares lesson plans tailored to the skill levels and needs of participants. Sets up and organizes equipment necessary for the facilitation of lessons. Delivers effective swimming instruction to students of various ages and skill levels. Monitors and maintains the safety of all participants throughout lessons. Conducts evaluations and provide feedback to students and parents regarding progress. Other Job Duties (Duties listed are not intended to be all inclusive nor to limit duties that might reasonably be assigned.) . Performs additional tasks as assigned, which may include assisting with special events, maintaining records, and participating in in-service training. Performs related work as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (These are pre-employment KSA that apply only to Essential Job Functions.) Knowledge of – Effective swimming instruction techniques and methodologies. Basic water safety and emergency procedures. Ability to-- Communicate effectively with participants, parents, and staff. Demonstrate and perform all American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim skills. Adapt teaching methods to meet the varying needs of students. Required Qualifications (Note: Any acceptable combination of education, training and relevant experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted on a full-time year for year basis.) Training and/or Education: None Experience: None Licenses or Certificates: Current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certificate or American Red Cross Basic Swim Instructor Certificate. Special Requirements: Must be 18 years of age or have work permit. Subject to background investigation. Physical Demands: Work requires medium to heavy physical effort. Unusual Demands: None FLSA Status: Nonexempt Compensation Steps: Pay rate: $21.14per hour Grade H13, Hourly position Department of Parks and Recreation, Indoor Aquatic Center Position closing date: Continuously open until filled Please Note: This posting will remain open until all positions are filled. To be considered, please submit your application in a timely manner. Please Note: A complete application is required to be considered for a position within Calvert County Government. All prior work experience, education, and other certifications should be entered into the application and supplemental questions should be answered completely. Attachments are not provided to hiring managers unless you are selected for an interview. Calvert County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at recruitment@calvertcountymd.gov with as much notice as possible.