Adapted Aquatics & Fitness Positions - Seasonal

The Prince George's County Department of Parks and Recreation Special Programs Division is seeking Seasonal/Intermittent applicants to fill a variety of positions at several Adapted Aquatics Program & Fitness sites throughout Prince George's County. These positions will coordinate, instruct and assist individuals with disabilities in various aquatics and fitness programs.

Adapted Aquatics & Fitness Sites

Fairland Sports & Aquatics Complex, Laurel, MD

James E Duckworth Regional School, Beltsville, MD

Rollingcrest-Chillum Splash Pool, Chillum, MD

Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex, Landover, MD

Ellen E Linson Splash Park, College Park, MD

Allentown Splash, Tennis, & Fitness Park, Fort Washington, MD

Southern Regional Aquatic Wellness Center, Fort Washington, MD

Southern Area Aquatic & Recreation Complex, Brandywine, MD

Part-Time Opportunities

Salary depends on position, experience and certifications. Must be available to work various weekends, evenings and holidays. Employees may be eligible for medical health benefits consistent with the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and sick leave under the Maryland Healthy Working Families Act. All persons selected for hire must complete a criminal background investigation. This is a continuous posting. Vacancies are filled on an as-needed basis.

ADAPTED AQUATICS PROGRAM DIRECTOR ($21.50 - $31.27)

This part-time, year-round position is responsible for supervising, training and evaluating adapted aquatics program staff; processes registration forms and assigns work schedules, etc; writes newsletters, reports, program flyers, etc.; performs community outreach and addresses program questions. Plans activities and programs to meet the needs of individuals with various disabilities and assists in the development of behavior management plans where applicable. Position requires a high degree of expertise in aquatics programming for persons with disabilities. Works approximately 15-20 hours per week in both an office setting and on site. On-call during program hours and responds to emergency situations. Minimum prior experience in adapted aquatics and fitness programs for individuals with disabilities. Preferred certifications in CPR/First Aid, Lifeguarding, Water Safety Instructor, or Pool Operator's License. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.

WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR ($23.58 - $27.30)

This position is responsible for instructing individuals with disabilities on water safety, basic and advanced swim instruction, in a one-on-one or small group setting. Works approximately 3-15 hours per week. Minimum prior experience with adapting lessons for individual needs. Applicants must be at least 17 years of age and hold a current Water Safety Instructor and CPR/First Aid Certification.

LIFEGUARD ($18.96 – $21.96)

This position is responsible for the safety of individuals with disabilities during lessons. Works approximately 3-15 hours per week. Applicants must be at least 15 years of age and hold a current Lifeguard and CPR/First Aid Certification.

SWIM INSTRUCTOR AIDE ($19.99 – $23.13)

This position is responsible for assisting the swim instructor during lessons for individuals with disabilities, in a one-on-one or small group setting. Works approximately 3-15 hours per week. Preferred experience working with individuals with disabilities and current CPR/First Aid Certification. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age.

CLASS INSTRUCTORS ($15.45 - $75.00)

Provides instruction for a specific skill area such as Tai Chi, yoga, aerobics, Zumba, exercise/fitness/sports, strength training, personal training, dancing, kayaking, and other specialty skills. Minimum prior experience with adapting programs for individual needs. Preferred experience working with individuals with disabilities and current CPR/First Aid Certification. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.