Swim Instructor/Pool Lifeguard - Aquatics (Part-Time)

Job Summary and Responsibilities/Duties

Please note:

• We are hiring for multiple vacancies and applications will be reviewed as they are submitted.

• Regular monthly lifeguard trainings will be held for incoming candidates on an as-needed basis

• Work shifts for this position will vary, but staff is generally needed weekday mornings from 5:45am-10:15am, and weekday afternoons from 1:45pm-9:45pm.

Job Summary

Conducts a wide variety of swimming, diving, and specialty aquatic activities. Ensures patron safety, and performs patron surveillance, instruction, record keeping, progress reports, minor facility maintenance and custodial tasks, and other duties as assigned. Promotes and cultivates an environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion, and engages in evidence-based decision-making, while supporting the mission, goals, and values of the department and college. Works special events, evenings, weekends, and split shifts as needed.

Essential Duties

• Respectfully engages with all patrons and fellow staff members in keeping with Mt. Hood Community College policies addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion for college classes and activities.

• Teaches swimming, diving, and specialty aquatic courses to children and adults in accordance with American Red Cross safety guidelines.

• Enforces pool regulations and educates patrons about pool rules and water safety.

• Recognizes emergencies and performs aquatic emergency rescues when necessary and in accordance with American Red Cross guidelines.

• Ensures pools, decks, changing areas and staff areas of the aquatic center are kept clean and orderly.

• Completes required forms and documentation of day-to-day functions and safety checks within the aquatic center.

• Completes chemical checks of pool water. Assists with other basic maintenance tasks as needed.

• Provides excellent internal and external customer service to all patrons and staff at the aquatic center. Assists with front desk area and cash handling on an as needed basis.

• Attends all required safety trainings and maintains American Red Cross certifications.

Additional Duties

• All other duties, as assigned

Minimum and Desired Qualifications

Minimum qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age

• Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with participants, parents, staff and supervisor(s)

• Commitment to embracing and advancing diversity, equity and inclusion at Mt. Hood Community College

• Current certification in American Red Cross Lifeguarding and/or Water Safety Instruction or ability to obtain certification within 60 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with, teaching or babysitting children

• Aquatic instructor and/or swim coaching experience

• Meet or event management experience

• Experience as an aquatic athlete

Additional Qualifications and/or Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Water Safety Practices

Working Conditions and Important Information

Working Conditions

Works variable schedule and exhibits regular and predictable attendance. Work may be performed in an office and recreation facility. Work may be performed in an outdoor or indoor facility during variable weather conditions.

Important Information

MHCC only accepts applications through our online application system at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/mhcc/default.cfm. For technical assistance with this, please call 855-524-5627.

Please note: We do not request or read letters of recommendation. Also, it is not necessary to upload a large number of documents with your materials. We are looking for the required documents and perhaps one or two additional documents of your choosing (optional). Faculty applications require a current resume, cover letter and official transcripts (copies are fine for application purposes) and/or any required certificates or licenses.

Please note: this is initially a self-screening system. We recognize that our application process can be lengthy, so before you begin, please read all of the stated requirements to determine if you meet them. Applicants must meet all of the stated minimum qualifications and additional requirements to be considered for this position. Based on your responses to the qualifying questions, the system may automatically screen you out from further consideration.

Position subject to budget consideration and approval.

Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as part of the employment process.

MHCC is NOT able to support Visa applications for employment at the college. Applicants must already be eligible to work in the United States to be considered.

MHCC provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235; OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015.

Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference by submitting as verification of eligibility a copy of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) or a letter from the US Dept. of Veteran's Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension to your application. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veteran's disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veteran Affairs, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.

If you are seeking this preference, appropriate documentation must be provided at the time of application. You may submit an electronic copy in the document upload area of the application in the section marked "veterans' preference document," or fax to 503-491-7257 or mail to Human Resources, Mt. Hood Community College, Gresham, OR 97030. If you do not have your documentation, you may request it through your Veterans' Administration Office.

Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and interview process. Please notify Human Resources at least three working days prior to the date of need.

Mt. Hood Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively supports workforce diversity.

Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and interview process. Please notify Human Resources at least three working days prior to the date of need.

Mt. Hood Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively supports workforce diversity.