Water Safety Instructor

Posting Details

Classification Information


Posting Number
STH002190P


Employee Category
Student/Temporary

Position Information


Position Title
Water Safety Instructor


Location
Moscow


Division/College
Auxiliary Services


Department
Administrative Operations


FLSA Status
Non-Exempt


Pay Range
$15-$17 per hour


Full Time/Part Time
Part Time


Work Schedule Summary


The job requires that the employee teach 1 hour per day plus private swim lessons. This may include morning, evenings and weekends. Employees are responsible for finding their own substitutes for scheduled shifts. Employees are expected to work together as a team.

Position Responsibilities


Position Summary


Primary responsibility is to teach a progression of American Red Cross Swim Lessons consisting of Parent-Tot classes (ages 3 to 28 months), a progression of learn to swim classes for children 2½-5 years of age, and a progression of learn to swim classes for children 6 and older. The Water Safety Instructor (WSI) is expected to prevent accidents through proper use of equipment, awareness and responsibility. WSIs can plan on working during operational hours through the academic year and summer. Employees are expected to be professional, greet all patrons in a courteous manner, and serve as an information source for aquatic related inquiries. This is a part-time position that also provides the ability to teach private lessons.

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Responsibilities


Job Duty Function
Responsible for teaching the general public swim lessons by:


Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Maintaining current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification, Current American Red Cross CPR:PR Certification;
• Preparing for teaching, identifying the resources necessary for swimming classes and instructing class participants on proper swimming techniques;
• Ensuring safety of class participants by teaching and monitoring proper pool safety procedures, visually scanning lesson area;
• Determining whether participants are in distress and responding to emergencies when necessary;
• Attending all In-Service meetings/trainings.

Percentage Of Time
85%


Essential/Marginal
Essential


Job Duty Function
Support the University of Idaho Swim Center by:


Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Assisting in clearing litter and debris from pool areas;
• Returning equipment to storage areas;
• Performing maintenance activities on lesson equipment;
• Preparing facilities for programs and classes.

Percentage Of Time
10%


Essential/Marginal
Essential


Job Duty Function
Contribute to team effort by:


Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Providing customer service to patrons by addressing and resolving complaints and concerns from the public;
• Responding to questions and inquiries;
• Answering the telephone and providing information and guidance to inquiries on swimming classes.

Percentage Of Time
5%


Essential/Marginal
Marginal

Position Qualifications


Required Qualifications

• Current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification;
• Current American Red Cross CPR:PR Certification;
• Previous work experience that demonstrates:
  • Ability to work well with the public;
  • Ability to deal with staff and public in a professional, team oriented manner.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a lifeguard;
• Experience teaching, instructing, and mentoring individuals and groups in activities;
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Posting Information


Posting Date
08/10/2026


Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes


Special Instructions to Applicants


Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until all positions have been filled.

Background Check Statement


Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates may be required to pass a criminal background check.

EEO Statement


The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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