About this role
Job SummaryThis position is located at: Aquatics Department- Fort Riley, Kansas. Join Fort Riley MWR as a Water Safety Instructor and deliver life-saving aquatic skills that strengthen resilience and readiness for Soldiers and their families. Apply today to support quality-of-life programs that keep our military community safe, strong, and mission-ready.
QualificationsResumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position. A qualified candidate must possess the following: Work experience related to the duties described above and possession of the following certificates: - Water Safety Instructor Certification - Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) - First Aid Certification (Certificates issued by American Red Cross, Ellis @ Associates, Star Guard or other nationally recognized agencies are acceptable) HIGHLY DESIREABLE: possession of a Lifeguard Certification. To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.) for professional and personal references on your resume.
Major DutiesActs as water safety instructor. Manages all swimming lessons and instructs when scheduled, at the assigned aquatics facility.Develops swim program according to students' ability and promotes students to higher level of swimming according to their skills.Teach students from age groups of infant through adults. Introduces and instructs safety and survival skills to students, when appropriate to level of instruction.Instructors work with lifeguards to ensure that swim lessons are safe at all times.