Recreation Specialist III (Swim Lesson Instructor)

City of Fort Lauderdale•Fl 33316, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

An employee in this class is responsible for the organization and personal leadership of a variety of recreation activities in an indoor and/or outdoor recreation setting or facility. Assist in overseeing staff who handles organizing and conduction games, sports, social and other recreational activities. Work is normally performed under the general supervision of a higher classified employee who issues written and oral instructions. Work is reviewed by the immediate supervisor; constant supervision is not necessary for routine and repetitive tasks. This is a temporary part-time position with a 32-Hour cap per week in accordance with City of Fort Lauderdale Policy and Standards Manual. This position is At-Will and is not covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement or the Personnel Rules.

Requirements

High school or G.E.D.
Must be 18 years old or older
If working as a water aerobics instructor, must possess two (2) years experience in water aerobics instruction, valid American Red Cross CPR for Professional Rescuer certification and First Aid Certificate.
If working at the Aquatic Center, must possess American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification , OR certification as a USA Swimming Certified Coach and US Masters Swimming Coach.
If working as an adult sports official or coach, must possess one (1) year experience in sports instruction or officiating.
Candidates must pass a fingerprinting/background screening process prior to employment

Nice To Haves

Preferred United States Water Fitness Association certification or equivalent
Be a proficient swimmer with the ability to demonstrate proper technique in the following strokes: Freestyle (Front Crawl), Breaststroke, Butterfly, Backstroke, Side Stroke, and Elementary Backstroke.
Previous experience teaching swim lessons in both group and individual settings.
Familiarity with the American Red Cross Learning Center, including entering course rosters and maintaining training records.
Availability to work on weekends is required.
As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency.
All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

Responsibilities

Helps in maintaining order and enforcing rules and regulations at recreational facilities
Assists in maintaining safety and health standards at facilities and during programs
Selects materials and adopts suitable teaching materials for individual needs
Sets up and breakdowns of facilities, programs and events
May be required to instruct adult programs such as art, dance, sports, fitness, etc.
May serve as a water aerobics instructor
May serve as a sports official or coach during adult sports
May serve as a tennis instructor
May serve as a face painter
May serve as a lead event worker during the City's special events
May serve as a team lead when necessary
May work weekends, nights and holidays
Provides assistance to Recreation Program Coordinator
Ability to provide instructions to participants engaged in specialized activity.
Ability to demonstrate good public relations skills.
Ability to develop positive interest by leading groups in specialized activities.
Ability to maintain and submit records of attendance.
Ability to work closely with management on needs and evaluation of the program.
Ability to maintain discipline and compliance with safety rules and regulations.
Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other municipal employees and the general public.
Performs related work as required