CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE

Government Administration201-500 employeesWebsite

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Open Roles

CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE, a government administration entity with 201-500 employees, is currently hiring for three open positions. This presents an opportunity to join a team committed to excellence, as defined by their core values of Accountability, Change, Teamwork, Integrity, Opportunity, and NOW!. CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE has three open positions: **1. Facility Assistant, Variable:** This on-site, seasonal role is located at the Rec Center in Wheat Ridge, CO. The hourly salary range is $19.87 - $26.83. Responsibilities include providing customer service, handling facility complaints, maintaining facility operations, and assisting with recreation program registration. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent (preferred), experience in facility operations (preferred), and the ability to operate office equipment. **2. Swim Instructor:** Also on-site and seasonal, this entry-level position at the Rec Center in Wheat Ridge, CO, offers an hourly salary range of $19.87 - $26.83. The role involves teaching swim lessons to various age groups and abilities, monitoring participants, and ensuring a safe environment. Candidates must be at least 15 years old and proficient in various swim strokes for 25 yards. Starfish Aquatics Institute (SAI) Swim Lesson Instructor certification (preferred) or other nationally accredited certification is required. SAI certification is provided for selected candidates. **3. Private Swim Instructor:** This on-site, seasonal position at the Rec Center in Wheat Ridge, CO, offers an hourly rate of $21.50 - $23.00. Responsibilities include providing safe and quality swim instruction in a one-on-one or small group setting, coordinating class times with clients, and handling client communication. Candidates must be at least 16 years old. Starfish Aquatics Institute (SAI) Swim Lesson Instructor certification (preferred) or other nationally accredited certification is required. The roles at CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE utilize several technologies, including: * **Facility Assistant:** Customer Service, Facility Operations, Cash Control, Incident Reporting, Scheduling Software, RecTrac System, Room Setup, Emergency Response, Vendor Coordination, Facility Maintenance, Discipline Management, Registration Facilitation, Basic Math, First Aid * **Swim Instructor:** Swim Instruction, Safety Monitoring, Communication, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Public Relations, Teaching Methods, Emergency Procedures, Autonomy, Human Anatomy Knowledge, Instructional Experience, Progress Reporting, Facility Safety Analysis, Adaptability, Motivation Techniques, Collaboration * **Private Swim Instructor:** Swim Instruction, Communication, Safety Awareness, Teamwork, Autonomy, Teaching Methods, Customer Service, Problem Solving, Time Management, Record Keeping, Human Anatomy Knowledge, Swim Stroke Proficiency, Emergency Procedures, Motivation Techniques, Public Relations, Collaboration, Adaptability The Facility Assistant and Swim Instructor positions are on-site and seasonal at the Rec Center in Wheat Ridge, CO. The Private Swim Instructor position is also on-site and seasonal. The work environment for the Swim Instructor and Private Swim Instructor positions is in a hot, wet, and humid environment with a chemical smell. During the summer, work may be at an outdoor facility. The Facility Assistant role is part-time, with hours varying depending on facility needs. Here are some frequently asked questions about working at CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE and applying for these positions: 1. **Where are the job locations?** All three open positions are located at the Rec Center in Wheat Ridge, CO. 2. **What are the salary ranges?** The Facility Assistant and Swim Instructor positions offer an hourly salary range of $19.87 - $26.83, while the Private Swim Instructor offers $21.50 - $23.00 per hour. 3. **What certifications are required for the Swim Instructor and Private Swim Instructor positions?** Starfish Aquatics Institute (SAI) Swim Lesson Instructor certification (preferred) or other nationally accredited certification is required. SAI certification is provided for selected candidates. 4. **What are the key responsibilities of the Facility Assistant?** The Facility Assistant is responsible for providing customer service, handling facility complaints, maintaining facility operations, and assisting with recreation program registration. 5. **What is the minimum age requirement for the Swim Instructor positions?** Swim Instructor candidates must be at least 15 years of age. Private Swim Instructor candidates must be at least 16 years of age. 6. **What are the core values of the CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE?** The City of Wheat Ridge is committed to excellence and ACTION!: Accountability, Change, Teamwork, Integrity, Opportunity, and NOW!. 7. **Is CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE an Equal Opportunity Employer?** Yes, CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.