Swim Instructor; Recreation Assistant III, Grade S3

About The Position

WHO WE ARE Montgomery County Department of Recreation is a nationally recognized and award-winning agency with a mission to provide high quality, diverse, and accessible community-based programs, activities, and services that serve the recreation and leisure needs of the Montgomery County community. The department manages 39 facilities including recreation centers, senior centers, and indoor and outdoor aquatic facilities and provides thousands of programs such as out-of-school activities, aquatics, classes, youth and adult sports programs and leagues, senior programs, and therapeutic recreation.

We are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Swim Instructors to teach swimming skills to individuals of all ages and skill levels. The ideal candidate will have a passion for water safety, excellent communication skills, and the ability to provide a positive, supportive learning environment. The Swim Instructor will deliver engaging, effective lessons that promote water safety, improve swimming techniques, and build confidence in the water.

With flexible hours and several locations to choose from, this is a great opportunity for those looking to make an impact.

Duties will include:

• Teach Swimming Lessons:
  Instruct individual and group swim lessons for swimmers of all ages and skill levels, from beginners to advanced.
• Ensure Safety:
  Monitor swimmers closely to ensure a safe and secure environment. Enforce pool safety rules and protocols.
• Assess Progress:
  Evaluate students’ swimming abilities, track progress, and provide constructive feedback. Adjust lesson plans as needed to accommodate different learning styles.
• Provide Encouragement and Support:
  Foster a positive and encouraging atmosphere to help students build confidence and enjoy learning to swim.
• Maintain Equipment and Facility:
  Ensure that swim equipment is properly maintained and assist with pool upkeep as needed
• Communicate with Parents/Guardians:
  Regularly update parents or guardians on their child s progress and address any questions or concerns about lessons.
• Attend Training:
  Participate in ongoing professional development and attend safety training or certification renewals as required.
• Follow Safety Protocols:
  Respond quickly and effectively to any emergencies or incidents, following established emergency procedures and first aid protocols.

Successful candidates should possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Physical Requirements:
  
  Ability to demonstrate swimming skills, work in water for extended periods, and perform physical tasks related to instruction.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply fundamentals of business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, arithmetic and standard office practices and procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to exercise good judgement, courtesy, and tact in dealing with the public.
• This position may require working evenings, weekends, and holidays, depending on the program schedule.

Selected candidates will be required to complete a criminal background check and drug screening prior to hire.

• Experience:
  
  Three hundred (300) hours of relevant work experience as a leader or instructor in one or more specialized recreation activities.
• Education:
  
  Ability to read and write in English.
• Equivalency:
  None

• Swim Instructor:
  Water Safety Instructor Certificate or previous swim teaching or coaching experience.
• Aquatics positions require the Medical History Review with a Drug/Alcohol screen.

The Office of Human Resources (OHR) reviews the minimum qualifications of all applicants, irrespective of whether the candidate has previously been found to have met the minimum requirements for the job or been temporarily promoted to the same position. This evaluation is based solely on the information contained in the application/resume submitted for this specific position.

Montgomery County Government (MCG) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to workforce diversity. Accordingly, as it relates to employment opportunities, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, in accordance with the law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should email OHR at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Individual determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with all applicable laws.

MCG also provides hiring preference to certain categories of veterans and veterans/persons with a disability. For more information and to claim employment preference, refer to the Careers webpage on Hiring Preference.

All applicants will respond to a series of questions related to their education, relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities required to minimally perform the job. The applicant s responses in conjunction with their resume and all other information…