Aquatic Lead- Swim Lessons (Seasonal) - SC/ Kroc Center Aquatics San Diego

• Support the Kroc Center Aquatics Team with oversight of programming, particularly swim lessons, camp lessons, and privates.
• Support Aquatics Management in providing leadership over operations of the Aquatics programs and facilities.
• Maintain EAP, policies, and operations reflective of current laws & aquatics industry standards.

• Supervise Kroc Learn to Swim Program Instructors. Be present on deck during lesson times.
• Input & track class schedules, program registrations, and maintain correspondence with program participants.
• Maintain and Log Course Records and Outstanding balances.
• Supervise and evaluate all swim lesson personnel. Be prepared to provide teaching coverage in water.
• Provide Aquatics Coordinator and Aquatics Manager consistent program, employee, and daily operations feedback upon observation.
• Serve as Deck Lead and program-area supervisor when on shift for Aquatics: ensure functioning of all equipment & chemicals, staff supervision is maintained, and coverage is appropriate.
• Enforce member safety guidelines, responding to customer inquiries and concerns, activating EMS as appropriate and reporting incidents as directed.
• Perform all other duties assigned.
• Attend Regular staff meetings as assigned. Provide support & assistance during Lifeguard In-services, as requested.

• Seasonal Duties as assigned. Can include but not limited to: Lifeguarding.
• Adjustable schedule to fit program area/ department needs seasonally.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum two years’ seasonal experience as swim instructor, preferably with one year or some experience overseeing people or programs.
• Water Safety Instructor Certification desired or interest upon hire.
• Must possess and maintain current certificates in American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer (CPR Pro)
• Documented knowledge of principles and techniques of aquatic instruction and coaching, personnel and program supervision; and facility oversight.
• Possess significant experience working at a large public pool facility.

• Must be able to work varied shifts including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays and split shifts.
• Must have ability to swim with proficiency and endurance.
• Ability to prioritize and address projects, which may conflict, in a time-sensitive manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively; ability to interact with co-workers, management, leadership, and the general public in a positive, productive manner.
• Ability to analyze problems and reach acceptable and workable solutions through guidance from the Aquatics Coordinator & implement effectively.
• Ability to present oneself in a professional manner; ability to maintain confidentiality and sensitivity in relation to information and documentation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, maintain poise while under pressure.
• Must be willing to take consistent and constructive feedback.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate well in English required; bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

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