Supervises, observes and maintains a safe teaching environment while instructing participants in the swim lesson program.
SEASONAL POSITION:
Season starting 05/25/2026 - ending date 07/30/2026
POOL LOCATION: Pueblo County High School, 1050 35th Ln, Pueblo, CO 81006
****THIS POSTING WILL BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE OPENINGS****
- Instructs children, youth and/or adults in learn-to-swim skills and techniques.
- Demonstrates proper swimming skills.
- Complies with lesson plans.
- Supervises classes through skill practice.
- Organizes skill practice to enhance skill learning.
- Uses proper guarding skills and procedures.
- Performs emergency procedures when necessary.
- Provides constant attention to assigned guarding areas.
- Uses safe work practices while on the job, including following proper and established procedure in the use of equipment and wearing appropriate and/or required safety and personal protective gear.
- Works as part of a team, attending training, orientation and/or staff meetings as necessary.
- Enforces program, facility and department rules and regulations; maintains safety, order and discipline of participants and/or customers.
- Performs customer relations role which includes interacting with parents, participants, business or program partners and/or staff to provide information and solve problems, as needed.
- Sets up and puts away equipment as needed.
- Assists in scheduling, training and monitoring performance of instructors/lifeguards.
- Assists with identifying and projecting necessary instructor/lifeguard coverage.
- Assists in monitoring pool staff and with identifying deficiencies in performance. Reports concerns to program director.
- Tests participants for standards when needed.
- Fills in for Program Director as needed.
- Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job.
- Must have successfully completed Swim Training and have advanced swimming skills.
- Current Certification or ability to obtain before season begins in Basic Lifeguarding required
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and First Aid Certification required
- Must successfully pass background check
Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full-time employees
Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual
Remote & Hybrid working opportunities
County Retirement Program
Autonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadership
Truly inclusive and diverse environment
Fitness Center (Historic Pueblo Courthouse Building)
May be eligible for up to 12-weeks Paid Parental Leave Benefits (full-time employees)