Swim Instructor I

Salary: $17.39 - $19.57 Hourly
Location : Denton, TX
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: 25-00278
Department: Parks & Recreation
Division: Natatorium
Opening Date: 12/16/2025
Closing Date: 5/9/2026 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Summary

This requisition expires on May 9, 2026 but may close earlier if the position is filled prior to the expiration date.

Responsible for leading swim classes for a wide variety of age groups/skill levels.
Essential Functions and Other Important Duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

DUTIES

• Instruct and/or assist with swim classes, camps, and/or private swim lessons; assist with aquatic programming.
• Administer periodic tests; recommend reassignments, as appropriate.
• Complete accurate recordkeeping including, but not limited to, attendance records, completion, and issuance of certificates to participants.
• Promote aquatic programming to participants and patrons through communication and education.
• Stay up to date on American Red Cross certification information including, but not limited to, instructor updates, training, and in-services.

SUPERVISORY/BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES

• None.

OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Job Requirements

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• Must have or obtain Red Cross or American Heart Association Adult CPR, AED & First Aid Certification within 30 days of employment or completed at the next City of Denton offered course (online training is not valid).

OR

• Any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES
An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The list below represents the knowledge, skill, and/or ability to perform this job successfully:

• Knowledge of applicable Federal and State laws parks and recreation.
• Knowledge of leisure, social, health and legal needs of individuals with disabilities at all age levels.
• Knowledge of CPR/AED first aid procedures.
• Skill in problem solving; identifying problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Skill at the beginner level, working with Microsoft Office 365, and other software systems to complete work.
• Skill in providing exceptional service to internal and external customers.
• Skill in leading and instructing activities.
• Ability to motivate children and provide appropriate guidance and behavior management.
• Ability to take charge and identify solutions quickly in emergency situations.
• Ability to work independently to manage multiple work tasks while balancing competing priorities with attention to detail and in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure and confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in oral and written forms, for the needs of the audience.
• Ability to develop, understand, interpret, and apply rules, policies, and procedures operations.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing work environment to facilitate/accomplish needed activities.
• Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
• Ability to prepare and maintain reports.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Must be at least sixteen (16) years of age.
• Must pass a drug test, criminal history background check and social security number verification.
• Must pass a physical examination.
• Must be able to swim and be prepared handle emergencies.
• Must have or obtain Red Cross or American Heart Association Adult CPR, AED & First Aid Certification within 30 days of employment or completed at the next City of Denton offered course (online training is not valid).

Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements

SAFETY

• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment; ensure equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing; operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Promptly report unsafe conditions in the work area and/or any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Safety Sensitive (Subject to random drug testing): Yes.
• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals; kickboards, noodles, and other aquatic teaching aides.
• Posture: Prolonged sitting, standing, stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
• Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
• Lifting: Lifting no more than 100 pounds; carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Environment: Works prolonged time in chlorinated water, inside and/or outside in 90-105 degree heat; exposure to inclement weather, noise, debris, odor, and chemicals; may incur emersions of up to two (2) hours in pool water, typical water temperature of 78-90 degrees; occasionally requires irregular and/or prolonged hours.
• Travel: Travels to City of Denton buildings and professional meetings as required.
• Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.
  • Must be able to work overtime or outside of normal business hours, as required.
  • Must be available for position trainings during the designated timeframe outlined for program.
  • Must be able to obtain Adult and Pediatric CPR, AED and First Aid certification by the designated timeframe outlined for program.
  • Must be able to work the designated summer seasonal program schedule, dates will adjust annually, Monday - Friday with shift times varying between 7:00 am and 6:00 pm.
• Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.

CORE VALUES

• Inclusive
• Collaborative
• Service-Oriented
• Strategically Focused
• Fiscally Responsible

EEO STATEMENT
The City of Denton is an equal opportunity employer. It is the City of Denton's policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity. All employment decisions, including decisions regarding recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, advancement, discipline, discharge, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment are made without regard to any lawfully protected class, status, characteristic, or activity.

ADA/EOE/ADEA

This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
E-Verify:
The City of Denton participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.
01

Do you believe you meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the job description?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a current and valid First Aid and CPR certification?

• Yes
• No, but I have the ability to attain within 30 days of employment.
• No and I do not have the ability to attain within 30 days.

03

How many years of paid, professional-level experience do you have in this field?

• Less than 6 months
• 6 months to less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years or more

Required Question