TigerSwim Lead (Student)

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Hiring Department

MizzouRec Services and Facilities provide quality leisure experiences to all members of the campus community, primarily Mizzou students. Through our facilities and programs, we strive to bring our members and guests an environment that inspires and promotes a healthy, active lifestyle.

MizzouRec enhances the student experience by creating a sense of “third place” and belonging with its vast services, facilities and programming — in addition to its unique connection to campus history and traditions.

Job Description

Summary

TigerSwim Leads assist with preparation, execution, organization, and evaluation of each TigerSwim program, (including swimming lessons), while continuing the general duties of a TigerSwim Instructor.

Candidates must have previous experience as a TigerSwim Instructor prior to applying for the TigerSwim Lead position.

The TigerSwim Lead position requires exceptional leadership skills, organization skills, and takes pride in the quality of their work. TigerSwim Leads will also assist with the scheduling, supervising, training and evaluation of TigerSwim Instructors.  Leads must demonstrate the initiative to excel, attention to detail, and actively communicate with peers and supervisors. American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification is recommended but not required.

Essential Functions

• Assist the Aquatic Coordinator in scheduling of TigerSwim Instructors.
• Assist the Aquatic Coordinator in creating and assigning TigerSwim Instructor level assignments for year-round TigerSwim sessions.
• Track pass and fail ratio levels for all TigerSwim participants.
• Ensure TigerSwim Instructors arrive on time for their scheduled shifts.
• Ensure TigerSwim Instructors successfully complete TigerSwim report cards 1 day prior to lessons ending.
• Communicate effectively to all TigerSwim participants and respectfully handle any program questions, concerns, or complaints about the TigerSwim program.
• Ensure substitutions arrive with a provided lesson plan from the initial assigned instructor.
• Processing and Recording Parent Evaluations for the TigerSwim Program.
• Ensure provided equipment is in good working condition, report any issues to the Aquatics Coordinator.
• Responsible for turning on and off features in the Tiger Grotto and Diving Well before and after lessons.
• Assists in the water, instructing group lessons, as needed.
• Attend and assist with all staff meetings, trainings, and in-services.
• Be readily available to instruct private lessons as assigned by the Aquatics Coordinator.
• Participate in department training that emphasize proper implementation of health, safety, and environmental management systems.
• Demonstrate initiative to create an excellent customer experience.

Anticipated Hiring Range

$13.50 per hour paid on a biweekly basis

Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Shift

Anticipated hours per week: 12.5

Hours vary depending on Fall, Spring, and Summer programming. Hours may include early mornings, late afternoon/evenings, and weekends.

Minimum Qualifications

To be eligible for a student title, an individual must be enrolled at the University of Missouri.  Enrollment in the summer session is not required as long as the student was enrolled in the Spring Semester and is pre-enrolled for the Fall semester.

Selection is contingent upon successful results of an Office for Civil Rights &Title IX and Office of Student Accountability & Support check, MU employment history check, and review by the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in teaching group and private lessons with TigerSwim Program.
• Experience in teaching swimming lessons.
• Valid American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification (WSI).
• Valid American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED certification.

Application Materials

Complete application, and upload the following: résumé, class schedule, cover letter, and 3 or more references which must include at least 1 MU supervisor (if applicable).

Other Information

KEY LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

Expected career readiness competencies gained and/or enhanced from this position include:

Critical Thinking/Problem Solving: Exercise sound reasoning to analyze issues, make decisions, and overcome problems. The individual is able to obtain, interpret, and use knowledge, facts, and data in this process, and may demonstrate originality and inventiveness. 

Oral/Written Communications: Articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively in written and oral forms to persons inside and outside of the organization. The individual has public speaking skills; is able to express ideas to others; and can write/edit memos, letters, and complex technical reports clearly and effectively. 

Teamwork/Collaboration: Build collaborative relationships with colleagues and customers representing diverse cultures, races, ages, genders, religions, lifestyles, and viewpoints. The individual is able to work within a team structure, and can negotiate and manage conflict. 

Leadership: Leverage the strengths of others to achieve common goals, and use nterpersonal skills to coach and develop others. The individual is able to assess and manage his/her emotions and those of others; use empathetic skills to guide and motivate; and organize, prioritize, and delegate work. 

Professionalism/Work Ethic: Demonstrate personal accountability and effective work habits, e.g., punctuality, working productively with others, and time workload management, and understand the impact of non-verbal communication on professional work image. The individual demonstrates integrity and ethical behavior, acts responsibly with the interests of the larger community in mind, and is able to learn from his/her mistakes. 

Career Management: Identify and articulate one’s skills, strengths, knowledge, and experiences relevant to the position desired and career goals, and identify areas necessary for professional growth. The individual is able to navigate and explore job options, understands and can take the steps necessary to pursue opportunities, and understands how to self-advocate for opportunities in the workplace. 

Global/Intercultural Fluency: Value, respect, and learn from diverse cultures, races, ages, genders, sexual orientations, and religions. The individual demonstrates openness, inclusiveness, sensitivity, and the ability to interact respectfully with all people and understand individuals’ differences. 

Benefit Eligibility

This is a student position and is not eligible for University benefits. 

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement.  This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.