Aquatics Instructor bei Town of Breckenridge, CO
Town of Breckenridge, CO · Breckenridge, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
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About the Department

The Town of Breckenridge Recreation Department is seeking a dedicated and customer service oriented individual for the position of Aquatics Instructor. Aquatics instructors are responsible for design, instruction, leadership and oversight of aquatic programs and services. Aquatics instructors teach both private lessons and group classes for a variety of aquatic programs, with beginner to advanced students. This involves maintaining knowledge of specific methodologies or practices for appropriate participant/employee education and utilizing appropriate techniques and progressions in order to ensure a quality product. Instructors develop class and progression curriculums and lesson plans, and monitor that swimming skills and techniques are being performed properly and safely. Aquatics instructors are responsible for monitoring the safety of students and responding to questions and inquiries from parents regarding child’s progress and/or Aquatic programs and activities.
Position Duties
For additional information regarding this position including important roles, essential job functions & duties, knowledge, skills and abilities required, materials and equipment used, working environment, and physical activity required, please view the full position description.
PART-TIME & SEASONAL EMPLOYEE PERKS:
- Free Recreation Center pass.
- Paid Time Off - Paid out upon departure if unused.
- Free seasonal Breck E-Ride Bikeshare access.
- Free electric vehicle (EV) charging at various Town-owned locations.
- Returning seasonal staff members may be eligible for a merit increase based on meeting performance expectations.
- Potential furnished seasonal housing available for rent.
Town of Breckenridge Core Values:
The Town of Breckenridge’s Core Values guide us in fostering an inclusive Community, embracing Adaptability and Innovation, upholding Integrity, promoting effective Communication, and practicing Stewardship to responsibly manage Town resources.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be 16 years of age or older.
- To qualify for this position the candidate or employee must pass a criminal background check.
- Basic CPR, AED, and First Aid Certifications are required.
- Preventing Disease Transmission (PDT) required within 60 days of hire.
- Current American Red Cross WSI Certification (or equivalent), or that expired less than one (1) year ago.
- One (1) or more years of aquatics instructional experience preferred.
- One (1) or more years of customer service experience preferred.
- American Red Cross WSI Instructor Trainer or equivalent.
Other Qualifications
Typical Hiring Pay Range: $22.00 - $24.65 per hour.
WORK SCHEDULE
Primary shifts for this position include varying evening shifts beginning at approximately 4:30 p.m. and Saturday mornings. Individuals in this position must be flexible in terms of availability; and may on occasion be required to work other shifts as needed, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Qualified candidates must attach their current (or expired less than one (1) year ago) American Red Cross WSI Certification (or equivalent) upon submitting their online application.
This position is 'Open Until Filled'. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until suitable candidates are selected.
Potential Housing Available
The Town of Breckenridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are selected for hire, the Town will provide a conditional job offer and check your references and conduct a background review before confirming your job offer and scheduling your orientation. If pre-employment drug-testing; medical testing; credit check; Motor Vehicle Record; Colorado Bureau of Investigation background review; or, other background reviews are required, the Town generally makes a conditional offer of hire based on successful completion of these additional steps.