Swim Instructor (Moorhead Recreation Center and Parklane Outdoor Pool - Variable Hours)

JOB LOCATION

Aurora, Colorado 80010-1229

City of Aurora, Colorado

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.
 
Why Work for Aurora?

• Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
• Diverse community
• Competitive total compensation package
• Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
• Light rail station minutes away
• On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
• Access to innovation workspaces

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Dive into a rewarding role with the City of Aurora! 🌊 Our team is looking for a passionate Swim Instructor to help patrons of all ages build confidence in the water. 🏊‍♂️

Working at our aquatic facilities means joining a supportive community dedicated to safety and skill-building. You will play a vital role in teaching essential life skills while enjoying a vibrant, active environment. ☀️

What You Bring

• Experience in swim instruction or a strong desire to teach. 🎓

• Knowledge of pool safety and emergency protocols. 🚩

• Ability to demonstrate techniques and engage with the community. 🤝

We value enthusiasm and a commitment to excellence. Apply today to help our citizens make a splash! 💦

The hiring rate for this role is $23.00/hour.

This is classified as VHNE (Variable Hour Non-Benefit Employee), where the selected candidate will work less than 29 hours per week. This position does not provide medical benefits. This position earns sick leave in accordance with the Healthy Families and Workplace Act. 

This job announcement is to collect applications from candidates for current and future Swim Instructors. Applicants will be contacted only when a position need is identified, and qualifications match the needs of the position. 

Position overview.

Swim Instructors perform a variety of routine tasks related to aquatic safety and provide instruction to patrons in swimming and aquatic safety.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Instructs patrons at various levels of swimming techniques and aquatic safety
• Performs routine tasks to maintain safety in swim classes
• Enforces pool rules
• Maintains records relating to swim classes
• Provides information to patrons and parents
• Attends in-service training sessions pertaining to the swim lesson program
• Completes lesson block plans each session to cater to each class
• Performs other related duties as assigned

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Education: 

• None

Experience: 

• Experience with swim instruction

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of pool safety and emergency action plans.
• Knowledge of swim lesson program structure and course material.
• Basic knowledge of swim techniques and progressions

Skills: 

• Skills in swim instruction techniques
• Skilled in customer relations

Abilities: 

• Ability to maintain a safe environment at work site.
• Able to perform and demonstrate skills that are being taught in classes.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Essential Personnel:

• When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the City, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.

Physical Demands:

• Moderate physical work requiring the ability to lift a maximum of 25 pounds
• Regular walking and standing
• Regular climbing, bending, kneeling, and crouching
• Hand/foot/eye coordination to perform and demonstrate appropriate fitness skills
• Vision to read instructions and respond to emergencies
• Hearing and speech communication for communication with employees and citizens.

Work Environment:

• Works both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions with exposure to dust, noise, chemicals, water, and other conditions found in an aquatic environment.

Equipment Used:

• Operates equipment related to swim lesson operations.

The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24.

For Veterans preference:  Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.
           
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer.  We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants.  It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
                                         
Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace.  A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
 

Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check. 

Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others.  

Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.