Head Novice Swim Coach at Bend Metro and Park Recreation District – Bend, Oregon

Benefit type: Part time-non benefited

Benefits available: For a full description of our benefits, please click here.

About the job:

Provide leadership and supervision for Novice Swim Team instructional programs while also serving in a front line lead role.

A day in the life:

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Supervises Novice Swim program ensuring program standards are maintained
• Provides leadership, expertise and support to Novice Swim staff which may include training, mentoring, directing and assigning work. May assist Supervisor in hiring and evaluating staff.
• Assists Supervisor in developing, planning and scheduling programs.
• Oversees facility operations during assigned shifts; opens and closes facility; ensures that health and safety standards are maintained; oversees the operation and care of equipment and supplies, addresses maintenance issues.
• Ensures the inclusion of all participants, adapting activities to meet individual needs and abilities and working with Therapeutic Recreation staff as needed.
• Attends supervisory and planning meetings.
• Prepares necessary materials.
• Provides for safety of participants and staff, including implementing risk management practices.
• Oversees the operation and care of equipment, supplies
• Addresses public questions and concerns regarding facilities and programs in a positive and constructive manner.
• Serves as the on-site lead of the Emergency Action Plan, managing response according protocols.
• Purchases supplies; submits receipts and documentation.
• Maintains required records and reports.
• Acts as a Mandatory Reports; reports incidents of child abuse/neglect.

Work Schedule:

School year

M/W 4:00pm-5:00pm

T/Th 7:00am -8:00am and/or 3:00pm-6:00pm

Summer season

M/W/F 10:00am-11:45am

T/Th 4:15pm-5:25

Additional hours may be available as a swim instructor

What you'll need for success:

Strong Knowledge of:

• Learning development, stroke technique, water safety, program levels and teaching methods, practices and progressions.
• Strong personal swimming skills.
• Strict adherence to safety guidelines related to assignment.
• Effective supervision and customer service best practices; and
• Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures for assignment.

Skill and Ability to:

• Demonstrate leadership, organizational, planning and problem solving skills;
• Lead, motivate and direct others;
• Exercise initiative and independent decision making;
• Demonstrate a high level of competency and expertise in program area;
• Actively participate in all activities
• Demonstrate organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrate planning and problem-solving skills;
• Communicate effectively with others both verbally and in writing
• Work cooperatively with others and create a positive, constructive, and respectful relationship with staff and the general public;
• Manage emergency/crisis situations
• Operate computer programs as well as staying current with new programs and operate common office equipment; and
• Work independently with minimum direction while also working as part of a team and collaborating with others.

What We're Looking for:

Education, Experience and Training:

1. High School Diploma or equivalent; college coursework with emphasis in a swimming/fitness related field preferred; AND
2. One (1) year of experience in area of responsibility and/or performing similar tasks; OR
3. Any satisfactory combination of experience and training.

License and Certification:

1. Red Cross Water Safety Instructor or American Swim Coaches Association Certification Level 1.

Supervision Exercised:

Supervision is not a responsibility of this position; however, this role provides direction of Novice Coaching Staff and volunteers working in program area.

Supervision Received:

Works under the supervision of the Aquatic Management team. Receive ongoing and specific direction from Aquatic Supervisor.

Working Conditions:

The following are working conditions, including environmental and physical demands, required for this classification.

• Position may require being in and out of water and constantly using the voice in an often noisy environment.
• Depending on program, duties may be performed either indoors or outdoors, which may include working in extreme weather conditions.
• Work schedule is varied and may require evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Hours vary depending upon specific program needs.
• 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 deliver equipment and supplies.
• Job stress may include dealing with crowds, uncooperative participants, 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. 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.

Veteran Preference Status

Under Oregon law, veterans who meet minimum qualifications for a position may be eligible for employment preference. To qualify for veterans’ preference, you must submit required documentation prior to the closing date of the recruitment. Veterans’ preference cannot be awarded without required documentation. Beginning January 1, 2026, certain preferences will also apply to current and former members of the Oregon National Guard. For more information on if you qualify for veterans’ preference visit https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/pages/veterans-preference.aspx

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Bend Park and Recreation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Bend Park & Recreation District Core Competencies:

All positions with Bend Park and Recreation District are subject to district and position competencies. Below is a list of the most critical competencies for this position. Additional competencies are required for the position and may change based on district needs. A complete list of the competencies is available from Human Resources.