Seasonal Swim Lesson Instructor

Salary: $16.05 - $17.00 Hourly
Location : Pueblo, CO
Job Type: Temporary/Seasonal
Job Number: 2601-6015
Department: Parks & Recreation
Opening Date: 01/21/2026
Closing Date: 6/30/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

DESCRIPTIVE STATEMENT:
This is a non-exempt, part-time, seasonal position limited to 1,300 hours annually. Under the supervision of the Aquatics Coordinator, the Swim Lesson Instructor will instruct, monitor, and educate patrons on proper skills needed to swim. The Swim Lesson Instructor will maintain a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for class participants. Work is performed in a swimming pool environment.

This job description is an overview and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions and tasks required of the position.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Instructs scheduled learn-to-swim classes and ensures all classes begin and end on time.
• Instructs swimmers on effective learn-to-swim methods.
• Explains proper techniques and demonstrates skill.
• Maintains a positive experience for class participants.
• Ensures that safety standards and policies are adhered to.

IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS:

• Provides adequate warm-up, stretching, and cool down.
• Prepares appropriate equipment and handouts as needed for each class.
• Keeps management informed of any significant problems or issues.
• Performs related duties as required.
• May perform the duties of similar classifications of an equal or lower pay grade.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical standards an employee must meet to perform the essential job duties with or without a reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to:

• Work involves frequent kneeling, bending, and lifting in designated aquatic facilities and related facilities.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Far and near visual acuity to read reports, manuals, written materials, monitor/observe students.
• Ability to hear verbal instructions and warning signals.
• Ability to swim front crawl and backstroke

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• The individual must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule, which may include mornings, nights, weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work successfully with and provide good customer service to supervisors, other City employees, the public and other agencies and organizations.
• Ability to perform all the job duties in a safe manner.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

In addition to the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above, this position requires the following:

• Applicants must be 16 years of age or older at time of appointment.
• A valid driver's license at the time of application, and a valid Colorado driver's license within 30 days of employment
• Instructor certification with Starfish Aquatic institute (SAI) or other learn to swim programs preferred.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Must complete Starfish Aquatic Institute (SAI) certification prior to first day of class instruction (provided by City).
• A test requiring demonstration of beginning strokes, i.e. front crawl and backstroke will be administered prior to appointment of position.
• A test requiring demonstrated proof of ability to properly teach Starfish learn to swim will be administered prior to appointment to position.
• This position involves regular exposure to dust, noise, inclement weather, temperature extremes, chemically treated pool water, and extended direct exposure to the sun.

All required licenses and certifications must be maintained throughout the term of employment. Failure to obtain or maintain licenses and certifications may result in demotion or termination.

Due to Federal and State Criminal Justice System access requirements, classifications that access and maintain criminal justice information may also be required, as a condition of employment, to not have been convicted of and/or have pending charges of a felony or misdemeanor crime that would deny or otherwise restrict access to criminal justice information. This requirement applies to all existing City employees as well as external candidates seeking to fill positions that meet the given criteria.

BENEFITS:
The City of Pueblo offers a very rich benefits packet! Click on the "Benefits" hyperlink at the top of this (online) job posting to view a summary of the benefits associated with this position. For a more comprehensive view on the lush benefits offered by the City, please go to
Benefits Package for Temporary/Seasonal Positions
Because of its reduced schedule, temporary and seasonal employment with the City gives you the time to maintain a quality work/life balance and offers the following benefits:
As a member you contribute a percentage of every check to PERA in exchange for a lifetime defined benefit, or pension.
City of Pueblo Temporary and Seasonal Employee Sick Leave Benefits
Beginning January 1, 2021, all employers in Colorado are required to provide paid sick leave to employees under the Healthy Families and Workplaces Act ("HFWA"). Said leave is accrued at one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum of 48 hours.
Per the Act, leave may be used for any of the following reasons:

• The employee has a mental or physical illness, injury, or health condition; needs a medical diagnosis, care, or treatment related to such illness, injury, or condition; or needs to obtain preventive medical care.
• The employee needs to care for a family member who has a mental or physical illness, injury, or health condition; needs a medical diagnosis, care, or treatment related to such illness, injury, or condition; or needs to obtain preventive medical care.
• The employee or family member has been the victim of domestic abuse, sexual assault, or harassment and needs to be absent from work for purposes related to such crime; or
• A public official has ordered the closure of the school or place of care of the employee's child or of the employee's place of business due to a public health emergency, necessitating the employee's absence from work.

Consistent with the HWFA, part-time temporary and seasonal employees of the City shall not carry forward more than forty-eight (48) hours of unused sick leave from one year to the next.
Pueblo Municipal Code 6-6-5.5, 6-6-5 and 6-6-6
City employment as a temporary or seasonal employee means that the most you can expect to work is 1300 hours in a calendar year. Depending on the work schedule required by the hiring department, this means more time to spend with your family and/or doing other activities.