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Water Safety Instructor

City of Lynchburg
Lynchburg, VA Other
POSTED ON 3/28/2024
Plan, prepare, & teach effective & safe ARC swim lessons. ARC swim lessons will include the six levels of Learn-to-Swim, three levels of Preschool Aquatics, the two levels of Parent and Child Aquatics, & Adult swim classes. Swim instructor must be able to perform all related duties as assigned including, but not limited to:
  • Enforcing water safety rules and regulations.
  • Supervise & ensure the safety of class participants during program.
  • Explain & demonstrate proper swimming techniques.
  • Teach & encourage participants in the acquisition of new aquatics skills & swimming strokes.
  • Observe swimming, headfirst entry and diving skills and accurately classify them and suggest appropriate interventions to improve them.
  • Modify teaching to meet unexpected challenges.
  • Demonstrate the ability to accommodate participants with disabilities and other health conditions.
  • Evaluation of participant skill levels.
  • Report and document course participant progress.
  • Complete and submit ARC paperwork. 
  • Work is performed under the supervision of the Pool Manager and/or Head Lifeguard.
Opportunity for bonus pay available:

  • Sign on bonus of $100.00 payable on 3rd paycheck 

  • Weekly accumulative longevity bonus of $15.00 per week payable on last check of the season. 

  • Full potential for longevity bonus for working all 15-week pool season 12 hours a week or more is $225.00 
  • Maximum total bonus potential for working all season is $325.00 
*Bonus pay is based on total hours worked per week, per employee.*
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
  • Adheres to Lynchburg City Parks and Recreation Department policies and procedures.
  • Provides a safe swimming environment for all participants while enforcing all pool rules and regulations.
  • Demonstrates thorough knowledge of aquatic safety principles, rules, regulations, and emergency action plans with the ability to perform them.
  • Demonstrates good public relations when dealing with patrons, the general public and other city employees.
  • Reports any problems, potential situations, and/or disturbances immediately to the supervisor on duty.
  • Greets customers in a friendly and inviting manner; Answer inquiries or concerns related to aquatic programs, operational hours, and general questions through use of telephone or in person. 
  •  Be punctual and prepared to begin work as scheduled.
  • Must be capable of teaching in a group setting, where participants will have varying comfort levels & aquatics skills when in the water.
  • Supports aquatics staff during emergency situations and assist other personnel when requested.
  • Performs related duties as assigned.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly/routinely required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or effectively communicate. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
Work environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely exposed to outside weather conditions and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to pool chemicals.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Must have a current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certification 
  • Must have current CPR & First Aid certifications. ARC lifeguarding certification is highly beneficial, but not required. 
  • Prior experience as a competitive swimmer & or swim team coach is preferred. 


  • Requires regular and consistent attendance.
  • Must enjoy working with children.
  • Some knowledge of Lynchburg Parks & Recreation facilities and our surrounding area.
  • Must be willing to complete any additional task as assigned by a supervisor/manager.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
  • Ability to recognize safety concerns; 
  • Ability to work independently; 
  • Knowledge of aquatic facilities, classes and programs;
  • Knowledge of Parks and Recreation parks, facilities and programs; 
  • Ability to create a warm and enriching environment
  • Ability to uphold department Values: Honesty, Self Discipline/Control, Respect for Others, Leadership & Property; Integrity; Optimistic Attitude; Positive Social Interaction; and Safety; 
  • Ability to deal effectively with the public; have skill in dealing informally with participants of all age groups; and have ability to get along well with others; 
  • Ability to carry out oral and written instructions; 
  • Ability to communicate effectively with participants of all age groups; 
  • Show emotional maturity and have sound judgment; 
  • Ability to keep simple records; ability to give and enforce simple instructions; 
  • Ability to exercise good judgment; be flexibility; and show tact;
  • Be accountable for actions; 
  • Ability to take and follow directions. 

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