Swim Instructor/Lifeguard

***You must apply on our city website at www.cityoffife.org to be considered for this opportunity*** The City of Fife is seeking swim instructors / lifeguards to ensure the safety of pool patrons by monitoring swimming activities, performing lifesaving procedures and enforcing pool rules and regulations. The swim instructor/lifeguard provides basic instruction in swim lesson classes and may also perform regular clerical and cleaning duties under supervision. The 2023 Salary for this position is $20.00 - $21.00 per hour   - Assist with supervision of volunteers and program participants. - Attend all staff meetings - Communicate feedback between participants and program supervisor. Prepare necessary documentation - Answer public questions regarding programs and facilities. - Maintain compliance with all applicable City, County and State laws and City Ordinances, policies and procedures at all times - Perform minor maintenance and custodial duties. Lifeguard and/or teach swimming lessons - Communicate with City personnel, outside agencies and members of the community to exchange - information and resolve issues or concerns - Perform related duties as assigned - Perform pool chemical tests as required - As a swim instructor, no certifications are required prior to start date - As a Lifeguard, all required certifications must be completed and continually maintained in a current status in CPR, First Aid, AED, and Lifeguard training - in order to continue to be scheduled on lifeguarding rotations - Candidate must be at least 16 years of age - Uniform swim suit, safety whistle and swim goggles are required for this position - Candidate preferably has some experience in teaching, babysitting, working with or supervising children - Possess strong communication skills with the ability to understand and give verbal and written instructions. - Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. - Operation of a computer and assigned software. - Basic record-keeping techniques. - Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. - First aid and CPR procedures. - Ensure the safety of pool patrons by monitoring swimming activities, performing lifesaving procedures and enforcing pool rules and regulations. - Conduct swimming classes and provide instruction to patrons of assigned City swimming programs. - Attend all staff-required in-services and trainings. - Accurately and effectively respond to the Aquatic Center's Emergency Action Plan.