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- Description
HIRING RATE: $12.70 Hourly
FULL SALARY RANGE: $12.70 - $15.56 HourlyThe City:
With over 100,000 residents, the City of Allen is a dynamic and welcoming community. The City of Allen's strong economy, diverse population, great educational institutions and quality of life makes it the ideal place to work, live, and play. The City of Allen has something to offer for everyone.
The City's Mission, is "To achieve excellence in managing development of the community and in providing city services so that conditions of living and public confidence are continually enhanced".
Our employees serve the citizens of Allen with the following values:- People First - Giving priority to others
- Respect - Treating others with courtesy and dignity
- Integrity - Serving with honesty, trust and hard work
- Deliver - Following through on commitments while exceeding expectations
- Excel - Creating an innovative and improving work environment
Under direct supervision, assists in conducting the City of Allen Swim School programs. Other duties may include providing customer service and interfacing with other City employees and citizens. This position does not provide direction to other employees.- Essential Functions
The information listed below is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this position.
Assists in conducting swim lessons by helping to instruct courses for all age groups and leading and conducting preschool classes.
Responsible for the safety and well-being of participants in their care.
Performs other duties as assigned.
- Job Requirements
- Education and ExperienceAny combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skill, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Less than high school or equivalency with no prior relevant work experience
Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Knowledge of:City policies and procedures.
Current swimming instructional techniques.
A variety of swimming strokes: including Breaststroke, Butterfly, Freestyle (front crawl), Backstroke, Sidestroke, and Elementary Backstroke.
Occupational hazards and safety procedures.
Skill in:
Establishing and maintaining working relationships with professional and support staff, the public, and City employees.
Teaching swimming techniques.
Providing outstanding customer service and conflict resolution.
Identifying opportunities to improve customer service and satisfaction.
Working effectively in a high-pressure environment with changing priorities.
Effectively communicating orally.
Special Requirements:CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers certification or ability to obtain within thirty (30) days of employment.
School Year: Most swim lessons are Tuesdays and Thursdays (4 pm - 8:15 pm) and Saturdays (8 am - 1 pm).
Summer: Most swim lessons are Monday - Thursday mornings (8 am - 1 pm) and evenings (6 pm - 8:45 pm).
Physical Demands/ Work Environment:Ability to work varying shifts including mornings, evenings, and weekends.
Ability to work outdoors.
Ability to frequently swim, walk, and sit when leading various activities.
Ability to stand and walk for long periods.
Ability to lift, push, pull, reach, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, twist, climb, and balance frequently.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as needed.
- Supplemental Information
Reading
Basic - Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.
Math
Basic - Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.
Writing
Basic - Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.
Managerial
Receives directions: The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion.
Supervisory / Organizational Control
No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others.
Complexity
Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action.
Interpersonal / Human Relations Skills
Discussion Very Frequent: More than 51% of work time.THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED
The City of Allen is an Equal Opportunity Employer