Water Safety Assistant

Campbell County School District #1 • Gillette, WY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The job of Water Safety Assistant is done for the purpose of providing basic instruction to students; monitoring students and the public; complying with mandated health requirements; and maintaining accurate records. This position is 7.5 hours/day - 187 days per school year. This position starts August 19, 2026.

Requirements

• American Red Cross Life Guarding Certification (Required)
• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification (Required)
• Adhering to safety practices
• Administering first aid
• Operating equipment used in swimming pool maintenance and operations
• Preparing and maintaining accurate records
• Basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios
• Reading a variety of manuals
• Writing documents following prescribed formats
• Presenting information to others
• Understanding complex, multi-step written and oral instructions
• Age appropriate activities
• Health standards and hazards
• Safety practices and procedures
• Swimming pool maintenance and operations
• Scheduling activities
• Gathering and/or collating data
• Using job-related equipment
• Flexibility to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances
• Working with data utilizing defined and similar processes
• Operating equipment using standardized methods
• Working with a wide diversity of individuals
• Working with similar types of data
• Utilizing job-related equipment
• Communicating with diverse groups
• Maintaining confidentiality
• Working as part of a team
• Working with frequent interruptions
• Working under direct supervision using standardized routines
• Leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others
• Operating within a defined budget
• CPR/First Aid Certificate
• Lifeguarding Certificate
• Water Safety Certificate
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

Nice To Haves

• Certified Pool Operator course recommended

Responsibilities

• Evaluates situations involving other staff, students, parents, the public, etc. for the purpose of taking appropriate action and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Instructs students in basic swimming for the purpose of meeting physical education requirements.
• Maintains pool and pool equipment (e.g. evaluates chlorine and acid level, checks diving board, etc.) for the purpose of complying with mandated safety and heath requirements.
• Maintains student records (e.g. current level, grades, etc.) for the purpose of providing accurate information and complying with current District standards and expectations of the Aquatic Center Program.
• Monitors swimming pool facility (e.g. locker room, pool, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the safety and welfare of students.
• Prepares lesson plans for the purpose of providing accurate swim instruction for students at all levels.
• Assists other personnel, as may be required, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED