Swim Instructor 2026 (Part-time temporary position)

Posting Number 1346T Position Title Swim Instructor 2026 (Part-time temporary position) Department Parks & Recreation Job Code 008 FLSA Status Non-Exempt Union Affiliation Unrepresented Pay Grade T08 Job Description Summary

Columbia Parks and Recreation is looking for experienced swim instructors to teach group and private lessons at the Activity & Recreation Center (ARC), Hickman Swimming Pool or Albert-Oakland Family Aquatic Center. Instructors work under the supervision of the Facility Managerial staff.

Instructor must: teach classes in a manner prescribed by the Columbia Parks and Recreation Department guidelines; demonstrate all levels of swim strokes as required by the department; teach classes as assigned by the Aquatic Specialist; bend/stoop/twist/reach overhead to demonstrate swim strokes in and out of water; assist in the administration of first aid and water rescues when needed; maintain all class records; maintain effective public relations; maintain an appearance and demeanor that projects a positive, professional images; and assist with department wide special events and programs when needed. If qualified, some instructors may also work as lifeguards.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must be at least 15 years of age. Previous teaching experience is preferred but not required. Instructors must be currently certified in first aid and CPR or willing to get certified. Must have the ability to prepare legible class notes/reports. Instructors must have the ability to communicate effectively with young people, as well as adults. Purchase of a specified uniform (plain navy suit) is required, as well as following the established dress code. All employees must attend mandatory staff meetings.

Supervision Exercised Starting Salary $16/hr Open Until Filled No Deadline to Apply 12/31/2026 Number of Positions Available 25-30 Notice to Applicants

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THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: MALE / FEMALE

THE CITY OF COLUMBIA REQUIRES PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING

The City of Columbia participates in the federal E-Verify work authorization program

Special Instructions to Applicants

A temporary employee position is one created and intended to exist for less than one thousand four hundred fifty (1,450) hours in any calendar year. Temporary employees have no seniority, grievance, or appeal privileges. Temporary employees shall have no benefits except as required by law.

A temporary employee position may be full-time, part-time, variable hour or seasonal.

Temporary/Seasonal employees do not qualify for sick, holiday or vacation pay. Pay checks are issued bi-weekly.

This is a year-round position.

Hours

Group Lessons are offered on Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings. During summer. lessons are also offered Monday-Thursday.