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.