Water Safety Instructor

Overview

Recruiting Opportunity Closes: 02.05.2026

Hourly Wage: $17.45

Hours Per Week: 10

Status: Non-Exempt / Part Time

Number of Positions: 5

Department: Programs

Position Title: Water Safety Instructor 1

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

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Water Safety Instructor 1, or .

To apply in person go to 1865 Bill Frey Dr., Salem, OR 97305. Complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Questions, contact Hanna Starr rrvationarmy.org or call . Ms. Starr is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position.

To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process, please contact or email thq.reporting.linevationarmy.org, attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.

The Water Safety Instructor-1 will be responsible for providing aquatic education to patrons.

• Create a positive experience for patrons through professional and courteous behavior.
• Teach swim lessons to preschool and school age children, levels 1-6.
• Provide excellent internal and external customer service. Create a positive experience for patrons through professional and courteous behavior.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Must be able to handle stressful situations.
• Ability to work effectively as a team player.
• Practice safe work habits and contribute to the safety of self, co-workers, and the general public.

• May be asked to teach aquatic exercise programs in deep and shallow water.
• Provide a program/class atmosphere that promotes and encourages inclusion and satisfaction to all participants.
• Participate in in-service training, orientations and other staff meetings as requested.
• Complete applicable reports and records.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Regular and punctual attendance are essential job requirements.
• Assume a schedule of flexible working hours, including weekends and evenings.
• Maintain a neat, professional appearance.
• Safe aquatic practices.
• Tools, materials, and equipment needed to maintain swimming pools.
• Emergency procedures and accident site management.
• The person in this position must have the ability to interact with co-workers and the public in a positive, professional manner in conformity with The Salvation Army Mission Statement. They must be able to work with people of diverse backgrounds and circumstances. Must be able to exercise good judgment and be comfortable taking initiative with projects.

Note:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The following equipment is used on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis: janitorial supplies, hoses, computer/fax/copy machines, aquatic safety equipment and other pool equipment such as lane lines, and pool lifts.

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Must be able to be in a chlorinated environment for a long period of time.
• While in a chlorinated environment you may experience breathing issues, irritation of the eyes and skin.
• If you are sensitive to these issues, you are encouraged to wear goggles when needed.
• Must be able to perform tasks of a repetitive nature without diminished performance.
• Must be able to walk, bend, stoop, squat, twist body, stand for short/long periods of time, kneel, push, pull, have sense of touch, reach, grasp with hands and fingers, climb stairs, close vision, distance vision, smell, talk, hear, have eye-hand coordination, have manual dexterity, speak, and read English and work in noisy areas.
• Must be able to bend, squat, twist, and stand, as these movements are a regular requirement of this position.
• Must be physically able to give emergency care if a situation arises.

This position has access to confidential and private information. It is essential that confidentiality and privacy be observed.

This position may have frequent in person contact with people from diverse backgrounds who may be angry, hostile, confused or frustrated. This position will work with minimum supervision and that work involves a high volume of customers coming in and out.

The candidate chosen for this position will be required to pass a criminal history information check. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude employment. The circumstances involved in the conviction(s) will be considered.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the…