Health and Safety Instructor

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Welcome and thank you for your interest in employment with Loudoun County Government!

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Introduction

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Loudoun County Parks, Recreation & Community Services (PRCS) is dedicated to connecting all communities through exceptional people, parks, and programs. Our goal is to make Loudoun the community of choice through outstanding experiences while promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We collaborate to deliver programs and community services that provide social, personal, economic, and environmental benefits to last a lifetime. Come be a part of something that matters!

Job Summary

We're seeking qualified applicants to teach life-saving skills. As a Health and Safety Instructor, you will deliver various American Red Cross courses to staff and the community. A successful candidate understands how to deliver courses utilizing American Red Cross manuals/resources and how to foster an inclusive, welcoming learning environment.

We are currently hiring for the following location(s):
* Ashburn Recreation & Community Center, Ashburn, VA
* Claude Moore Recreation & Community Center, Sterling, VA
* Dulles South Recreation & Community Center, South Riding, VA

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
* Deliver exceptional experiences through curriculum-based American Red Cross courses.
* Provide a welcoming, inclusive, and safe environment for students to learn life-saving skills.
* Effectively communicate with students enrolled in courses.
* Ensure the accurate and detailed maintenance of course records.
* Participate in Health and Safety instructor team training as required.
* May undertake supplementary responsibilities associated with their role.

Weekdays offer flexible evening schedules, while weekends provide both flexible morning and evening options. Certain holidays are included.

Hiring salary is commensurate with experience.

Minimum Qualifications

Lifeguarding with CPR/ AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid certification, and/or First Aid/CPR/AED certification, or the ability to obtain within 90 days of start date. Current Lifeguarding Instructor certification and/or First Aid/CPR/ AED Instructor certification or equivalent.


Preferred Qualifications:
* High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
* Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor certification and/or American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/ AED Instructor certification.
* Current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Trainer certification or equivalent.
* Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor Trainer certification or equivalent.
* Current American Red Cross FA/CPR/AED Instructor Trainer certification or equivalent.
* One year of demonstrated experience teaching the American Red Cross health and safety course curriculum.

Job Contingencies and Special Requirements

Must undergo a criminal background check. Must be physically able to lift 50 pounds occasionally and 30 pounds frequently.

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Equal Employment Opportunity
Loudoun County Government prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that promotes employee wellness and work-life balance. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified applicants regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors.

Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process should call Human Resources directly at
703-777-0213 or email Human Resources.