AQUA FITNESS CLASS INSTRUCTOR (NONPERM)

The City of Tucson Parks and Recreation Department is seeking an

AQUA FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

instruct various levels of group aquatic fitness classes

at the Edith Ball Adaptive Recreation Center

This is a non-permanent position that will work on an intermittent basis.

Individuals in this classification may not exceed 1,300 hours in a 12 month period.

The Edith Ball Adaptive Recreation Center (ARC) is an award -winning facility that offers a unique experience for all participants. The outdoor covered Recreation Pool offers a variety of fitness classes, lap swim, and open swim to enjoy the walking channel and play features in the zero-depth area. The indoor, warm water Therapy Pool provides individuals with disabilities an opportunity to experience benefits including increased range of motion flexibility, relief of pain due to arthritis or other conditions, and overall relaxation. Both the Recreation Pool and Therapy Pool are fully accessible.

Conducts instructions in aquatic fitness classes in connection with the fee instruction program offered to the public by the Parks and Recreation Department

Maintains interest and participation in ARC fitness and wellness programs by conducting classes that are fun, energized and innovative

Maintains contact with participants in the pool and other applicable areas by having a friendly, reassuring presence that builds trust and safety with our participants

Keeps the pool area clean and clear of debris, trip hazards, or other possible injury hazards. Reports any equipment in need of repair

Uses practical and current knowledge and skills to guide and teach participants in aquatic fitness settings

Communicates and enforces facility and class policies and procedures

Responds to emergency situations as required and maintains accurate accident and incident reports

Provides excellent customer service, including interacting with participants and/or parents to answer questions and resolve problems. Must be able to maintain a calm composure when working with angry or upset customers

Adheres to applicable Parks and Recreation procedures, rules and regulations; completed required forms and activity records and reports; communicates with parents and participants, as needed

Minimum Education Level & Type: 6 months post High School

Minimum Experience Qualifications: 1 year and over in a specialized recreational area 

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be evaluated on their employment profile's education, work experience, and response to the supplemental questions. The highest scoring applicants will be invited to participate in an Oral Board Interview.

• Oral Board Interviews will be held: the week of February 14, 2022

The highest scoring applicants will be placed in the "Best Qualified" and "Qualified" band (grouping) and provided to the hiring department for a selection decision. An applicant's placement on the list will be based on their final score, which will be calculated as:

• 20% of your rating for Training and Experience
• 80% of your Oral Board Interview

If you are in need of Americans with Disabilities Act-related accommodations during the testing process, please contact Sandra Fata, HR Analyst, at ParksHR@tucsonaz.gov at least 48 hours before the evaluation.  

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ParksHR@tucsonaz.gov

To ensure accurate payroll information for tax purposes, the successful candidate will need to provide their original Social Security Card or original letter from the Social Security Administration with their social security number prior to beginning work with the City of Tucson.

The City of Tucson hires lawful workers only - US citizens or nationals and non-citizens with valid work authorization - without discrimination. Federal immigration laws require all employers to verify both the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. In its efforts to meet the law's requirements, the City of Tucson participates in the E-Verify program established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to aid employers in verifying the eligibility of workers.

Retired City of Tucson employees receiving benefits from the Tucson Supplemental Retirement System who are considering reemployment with the City should be aware that pursuant to Section 22-37(g) of the Tucson City Code, retirement benefits shall be suspended during the period of reemployment with the City of Tucson unless you have been separated at least twelve consecutive months before returning to work AND you return to a non-permanent employment classification. Creditable service does not accrue during any reemployment period.