Water Exercise Instructor
This is a non-union position with no benefits.
Starting at $9.25/hr. or Depending on Experience
City of Oregon City Parks and Recreation
Oregon City Swimming Pool | 1211 Jackson Street |
Oregon City | OR | 97045
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled
APPLY:
Please note to apply you must fill out both the application and supplemental questions. The Supplemental Questions are located at the bottom of this announcement. Both the application and supplemental questions must be turned into Oregon City Human Resources, 625 Center Street (PO BOX 3040) Oregon City, OR 97045. Application materials are also available in person at the Oregon City Swimming Pool, 1211 Jackson Street, Oregon City, OR, 97045, between 6:00 am to 8:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Applicants can also call the Oregon City Swimming Pool for any additional questions. (503) 496-1572.
DESCRIPTION OF WATER EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaches scheduled classes, beginning and ending on time; provides adequate warm-up, exercise, stretching, and cool down.
Instructs patrons on effective workout methods; explains proper techniques, demonstrates exercises; identifies different muscle groups and teaches appropriate methods to strengthen specific muscles.
Prepares appropriate equipment, music, and handouts for each class.
Assists patrons, answers questions, and maintains a positive exercise experience for members and class participants.
Keeps management informed of pool activities, facility needs, and significant problems.
Ensures that safety standards are met, and that department and facility policies are adhered to.
Performs related duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must be comfortable exercising both in and out of the water.
Instructors are expected to teach classes from the pool deck.
Applicants must be proficient at basic water exercise techniques and skills such as: water jogging and water walking.
If applicant is comfortable in the water, TRAINING IS AVAILABLE.
Within a year of employment applicant must obtain an Aquatic Exercise Association Certification or equivalent.
A basic swim test will be conducted after verbal interview.
Pass a drug test and background check.
Applicant must have daytime hours (9:00am – 12:00pm) available Monday through Friday.
EMPLOYER COMMENTS:
Applicants must be comfortable in the water. Training is available! Applicants must remember the work environment is located at a pool facility. Water temperature is approximately 86 degrees.
