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Swim Instructor - Currents and Splash

Salary

$20.00 - $22.00 Hourly

Location

Missoula, Montana

Job Type

Short Term Worker

Job Number

00540

Department

Parks & Recreation

Division

P&R Aquatics

Opening Date

05/01/2025

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Overview

Do you love the water and have a passion for teaching others?

The City of Missoula Parks & Recreation is looking for enthusiasticSwim Instructorsto help community members build confidence, learn vital swimming skills, and develop safe habits in and around the water. Whether you're just beginning as a Swim Instructor I or bringing experience as a Swim Instructor II, you’ll play a vital role in ourLearn to Swimprogram atCurrents Aquatics Center and Splash Montana, helping participants progress through lessons in a supportive, fun, and safety-focused environment.

This is a rewarding opportunity to share your knowledge, mentor others, and make a lasting impact while working as part of a collaborative and energetic aquatics team. With flexible scheduling, leadership opportunities, and the chance to grow your instructional and communication skills, this position is ideal for anyone who values teaching, teamwork, and water safety. If you're ready to dive in and make a difference, we encourage you to apply today!

Applicant screening will begin immediately and will continue until all positions are filled. It is in your best interest to apply soon!

To Apply: All applicants must submit the City of Missoula application.

Resumes will not be reviewed. All details should be entered on the application.

Essential Functions

SWIM INSTRUCTOR I

+ Plan and implement a progressive swim lesson and water safety schedule, according to program guidelines for both Currents and Splash Montana.

+ Teach swimming skills and safety techniques to patrons of the Missoula Learn to Swim program.

+ Create an environment of learning within the pool area, including an increasing level of comfort, technique, and safety for all lesson participants.

+ Collaborate with various Aquatic Program Staff to ensure proper placement of students based on their ability level.

+ Perform record keeping duties, including completing paperwork in a timely methodical manner, etc.

+ Observe the behavior of pool patrons to maintain order and safety.

+ Maintain and inspect all instructional equipment and facilities for cleanliness and safety.

+ Serve as a member of the Emergency Action Plan.

+ Other duties as assigned, based on training and qualifications.

SWIM INSTRUCTOR II

+ Perform all duties of Swim Instructor I.

+ Provide leadership and mentorship to swim instructors, including helping mentor instructors during their co-instruction assignments.

+ Plan swim lessons and share plans with co-instructor; Model good swim instruction; allow co-instructor to, over the course of the session, take over teaching of the lessons; provide frequent constructive feedback to co-instructor.

+ Serve as the lead instructor on deck, as assigned, ready to teach lessons, as needed.

+ Print and update the class rosters.

+ Provide positive communication with patrons, including families of swim lesson patrons.

+ Observe to ensure swim instruction in all programs are safe, progressive, and adhere to city policies.

+ Observe lessons and provide constructive feedback to swim instructors.

+ Other duties as assigned, based on training and qualifications.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

+ Knowledge of waterpark and pool facility safety procedures, policies, and practices with the ability to instruct on water safety and enforce rules firmly with tact.

+ Knowledge of the principles and practices of facilitating swim lessons, including program planning and development, staff management, training, risk mitigation, etc.

+ Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, Missoula Swim Academy programs and other seasonal aquatics programming.

+ Knowledge of and ability to promote department safety considerations, City safety policies, OSHA standards and guidelines, and the Americans for Disabilities Act.

+ Skill in following oral and written instructions.

+ Skill in multitasking in a fast-paced environment, while providing effective customer service.

+ Skill in communicating, in person and writing, with the proven ability to establish and maintain positive effective working relationships with diverse individuals.

+ Ability to effectively break instructions down to specific skills and techniques with patience and tact.

+ Ability to stay alert and identify potential and/or actual emergency situations.

+ Ability to lead and work with both adults and youth of all ages.

+ Ability to participate in a customer focused and team-oriented environment, contributing as lead and collaborator, when necessary.

+ Ability to maintain and exhibit integrity and discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information.

+ Ability to maintain and foster a culture of professionalism, adhere to departmental and City standards and specifications, and support a positive team environment.

+ Ability to resolve conflicts with facilitating outcomes while maintaining a calm demeanor.

+ Ability to learn departmental and City of Missoula practices and procedures.

Working Conditions:

+ Position requires the ability to lift 50 lbs. or less.

+ Duties are frequently performed under conditions where noise, heat, dampness, or cold are unavoidable.

+ Work environment may involve occasional exposure to occupational hazards, biohazards, and physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.

Qualifications and Additional Application Materials

ALL POSITIONS

+ Must be of legal age to perform the duties of the positions.

+ Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

SWIM INSTRUCTOR I

+ Any combination of training and experience with aquatics programming, instruction, or another relevant field.

+ Must have Basic Swim Instructor (BSI) or Water Safety Instructor (WSI) and CPR/First Aid/AED certifications.

SWIM INSTRUCTOR II

+ Any combination of training and experience equivalent to 100 hours of teaching group and private swim lessons.

+ Must have Water Safety Instructor (WSI) and CPR/First Aid/AED certifications.

This summary outlines the benefit programs; actual benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status.

The City of Missoula will reward your contributions to our community with competitive compensation and generous benefits, including but not limited to:

+ Market-Competitive Salary

+ Work/life balance, including the possibility of flexible schedules and remote work opportunities

+ $0 premium for health and dental coverage for employees and affordable premiums for family coverage

+ $10,000 Employer-sponsored Accidental Death and Dismemberment Life Insurance Policy

+ Options for supplemental life, disability, critical illness, and accident

+ Constitutionally guaranteed retirement plan (http://mpera.mt.gov/) with the City contributing 8.77% of salary on your behalf and the ability to contribute to a supplemental deferred compensation program

+ Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

+ Pre-tax flexible spending accounts

+ The City of Missoula may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Look here (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) to learn more and understand whether you may be eligible.

Additional benefits package information is available here (https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/DocumentCenter/View/53956/Benefits-at-a-Glance?bidId=) .

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Are you a currently certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor? if not, are you able to attend training June 16-23?

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Are you able to swim at or above an American Red Cross Level 4 skill level?

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

City of Missoula

Address

435 Ryman Street

Human Resources

Missoula, Montana, 59802

Phone

406-552-6130

Website

https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/

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