Water Safety Instructor, PT; continuous

Position: Water Safety Instructor, PT (continuous)
* Continuous Recruitment
* Recruitment may close at any time. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately.

2026 OAKLAND PARKS, RECREATION & YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PART-TIME EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city's historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants in one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone.

Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees.

Why join the City of Oakland's Parks, Recreation & Youth Development Department?

With an emphasis on Oakland's youth, the Oakland Parks, Recreation & Youth Development (OPRYD) Department, and its partners will provide best-in-class, relevant, and equitable programs and services, while meeting the specific needs of people and communities both at the neighborhood level and regionally throughout the City of Oakland. We achieve this mission through intentional engagement and by removing the barriers that prohibit equitable opportunities for all.

OPRYD believes that communities thrive when they play with a purpose. Our purpose is to Expose, Enlighten, Empower, and Encourage Educational Excellence through recreational experiences.

The City of Oakland is currently recruiting to fill multiple part-time Water Safety Instructor positions in the Oakland Parks and Recreation Aquatic Centers for both seasonal and year-round employment.  Working hours will vary from week to week.

Water Safety Instructors perform a variety of duties at the City's pools including swimming instruction, coordination of the Water Safety Instruction (WSI) program, and other aquatic activities.

For a list of all OPRYD Pools  

We are looking for someone who is:

* Customer service oriented and known for providing exceptional customer service, going above and beyond to meet customer needs, and leaving a lasting impression on their experience.

* A team player who is a strong collaborator and skilled at building meaningful connections across departments and divisions, and throughout the community with a commitment to achieving OPRYD's mission.

* Interested in community engagement and enthusiastic about playing an active role in the Oakland community.

What you will typically be responsible for:

* Ensuring pool patrons' safety and well-being by enforcing rules, preventing accidents, and administering first aid

* Providing swimming lessons to all ages and abilities, following American Red Cross guidelines

* Supervising and directing Water Safety Aides in the "Learn-to-swim" program

* Assisting the Pool Manager in coordinating and implementing water safety instruction

* Completing all necessary records, including accident reports, and time slips

* Aiding in patron registration for swim classes and maintaining positive community relations

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A few reasons you might love this job:

* You will be part of a fun team

* You will engage with community members and build positive relationships

* Your work will result in a safer environment for all

A few challenges you might face in this job:

* You will need handle customer complaints

* You may have to travel to multiple/various sites/recreation centers

Competencies

Required:

* Building and Maintaining Relationships:
Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships

* Customer Focus:
Attending to the needs and expectations of customers

* Listening:
Fully comprehending spoken communication

* Oral Communication:
Engaging effectively in dialogue

* Presentation Skill:
Formally delivering information to groups

* Safety Focus:
Showing vigilance and care in identifying, preventing and addressing…