Water Safety Instructor

Job Summary : Individuals will report directly to the Fitness and Aquatic Director.

Duties:

• Instructing youth and/or adults about water safety.
• Creating daily and/or weekly lesson plans.
• Attending staff meetings and trainings.
• Keeping all certification current.
• Addressing parent and/or guardian’s concerns, issues and other feedback in a positive, friendly manner.
• Notify Fitness and Aquatic Director of any concerns, complaints, issues and/or feedback.
• Issue participant surveys when received from the Fitness and Aquatic Director.
• Providing leadership and direction to Water Safety Assistants.
• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds or more.
• Other duties as deemed necessary by the Fitness and Aquatic Director.

Compensation:

Hourly rate of pay dependent on certifications and experience. Increases in rate of pay based on an employee evaluation conducted by the Fitness and Aquatic Director.

Qualifications : Applicants must hold current certification with the American Red Cross as a Water Safety Instructor. Lifeguard Training and CPR preferred.

Learn, grow and play at the Detroit Lakes Community and Cultural Center! Full fitness, aquatics and recreation facility with a giant, indoor play-land. 8-lane pool, track, courts, classes and a beautiful 800+ seat performing arts theatre, conference room and ballroom!