Positions: 12 Aquatics Staff positions available (lifeguard, instructor, deck manager)

Salary: $12.50-$19/hr depending on assignment and qualifications

Job Category: Casual

Locations: Plymouth Middle School & Sandburg Middle School

Work Schedule: Flexible: M-F evenings, 5:30 - 9:00 and weekends available

SUMMARY
The Community Education Aquatics team is responsible for providing safe, high-quality swim lessons to all participants. Staff are required to communicate with students and families, clearly explaining expectations, lesson objectives, and outcomes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed. Performs duties within scope of authority and training, and in compliance with Robbinsdale Area Schools policies; duties will vary according to job assignment. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

All staff must:

• Maintain a safe environment for all participants and staff
• Know and enforce all program policies and rules
• Follow established emergency procedures
• Respond effectively in an emergency situation
• Maintain current required certifications
• Inspect pool area for cleanliness, safety hazards, and unsafe conditions
• Maintain a professional appearance while on duty
• Arrive on time in proper uniform
• Participate in in-service training

Swim instructors must:

• Teaching lessons according to lesson plans
• Responsible for testing for assigned levels
• Ability to direct and maintain control of class participants
• Responsible for accurately maintaining paperwork for each class
• Ability to communicate effectively with the general public and staff members
• Ability to demonstrate swimming strokes
• Accurate evaluation of class structure and participant stroke proficiency
• Other duties as assigned
• Perform other related duties as assigned

The Deck Manager is also responsible for directing and supporting staff, monitoring quality of instruction, ensuring safe practices are followed, communicating with families about student progress, and informing Aquatics Coordinator of any concerns.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 14 years old
• Ability to work with people for various cultures
• Demonstrate excellent customer service and problem solving skills
• Able to attend work regularly and report to work in a timely manner.
• Providing effective customer service and dealing tactfully and courteously with the public.
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Current CPR, and First-Aid Certificates within two months of hire
• Current Water Safety Instructors Certificate preferred
• Lifeguard certification preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a standard office environment which requires occasionally lifting such articles as file boxes or heavier materials with help from others and/or lifting and carrying light objects frequently. A job in this category may require walking or standing to a significant degree or may involve sitting most of the time with long periods of computer work and heavy phone usage.

Application Procedure:
Apply online at www.applitrack.com/rdale/onlineapp

POSTING OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Equal Opportunity Employer



Anh Tran
Human Resources Program Director
Robbinsdale Area Schools
4148 Winnetka Avenue N.
New Hope, MN 55427