Springboard Diving Specialty Instructor

Benefit type: Non Benefited

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Diving is one of the most exciting ways of unleashing the zestful energy within us.

Are you able to swim well and have confidence while ‘Falling with style’?

We are looking for a confident springboard instructor to join our team!

About the job:

The Springboard Diving Specialty Instructor position will teach children the basics of spring board diving both on the low board and high board in the following areas: approach, hurdle, take-off, front jumps and dives, while also having a strong eye to safety. This instructor is responsible for organizing lesson plans in a progressive and safe manner.

A day in the life:

• Plan and instruct basic diving and water safety programs in accordance with JSFC.
• Provide for the progress, safety, comfort and enjoyment of class participants.
• Evaluate participants and complete progress reports and cards.
• Communicate with lesson participants and parents concerning specific lesson and related program information.
• Participate in regular swim instructor in-service training.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.

Schedule:

Fall 2025 Wednesdays 2-4pm & Fridays 4-6:30pm

Requirements What you’ll need for success:

Strong Knowledge of:

• Recreational activity for which providing instruction and/or supervision;
• Theory, principle and practices for specialized area; and
• Strong knowledge of diving techniques, including skills in the following areas: approach, hurdle, take-off, front jumps and dives.

Skill and Ability to:

• Strong personal swimming skills
• Plan, organize and lead classes toward determined goals
• Communicate effectively with and to motivate people of all ages and abilities, particularly children
• Physically perform the duties associated with this position
• Work cooperatively with others and create a positive, constructive relationship with staff and the general public.

What we’re looking for:

Education, Experience and Training:

High School diploma or equivalent; college coursework or vocational training with emphasis in related field preferred; AND

Two (2) years of professional level experience in area of specialty area; OR

Any satisfactory combination of experience and training.

Some teaching experience preferred.

Supervision Received:

Works under the general supervision of Aquatic Coordinator.

Supervision Exercised:

Supervision is not normally a responsibility of this position; however provides some leadership and direction to assistants and volunteers.

Working Conditions:

• Depending upon job assignment, duties may be performed either indoors or outdoors, which may include working in extreme weather conditions.
• Work schedule generally requires weekday hours with occasional weekends and holidays.
• Ability to walk and stand for sustained period of time with frequent climbing, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, and twisting.
• The flow of work and character of duties involve normal mental and visual attention much or all of the time.
• Physical exertion includes frequent walking, bending and the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted, pushing, pulling, and kneeling in order to store, set-up, and clean-up equipment and supplies.
• Exposure to large crowds, uncooperative or difficult individuals, exposure to illness, and periods of continuous demand.

Selection Process:

Applicants are screened based upon their relevant knowledge, abilities, skills, experience, and training and willingness to learn the skills required for the position. An offer of employment is contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by Bend Park & Recreation District policies, including a background check and a driving history review when driving is required for position.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Bend Park and Recreation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Bend Park & Recreation District

Core Competencies:

Accountability
• Customer Service Orientation
• Safety
• Judgment and Decision Making
• Teamwork and Cooperation
• Results Orientation •

To be considered for this position, applicants must have a complete online application. Your application and submitted responses to the supplemental questions will be the information we use for our evaluation. Applicants are asked to provide certification that they are a veteran or disabled veteran to receive veteran's preference.

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