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Salary: $18.20 - $22.13 Hourly
Location : Modesto, CA
Job Type: Hourly
Job Number: 04683
Department: Parks, Recreation, & Neighborhoods
Division: Aquatics Services
Opening Date: 07/15/2026
Bargaining Unit: N/A
The Position
The City of Modesto is looking for an enthusiastic Aquatics Program Leader to help make a splash in our community programs! In this role, you'll deliver top-notch swim instruction, support daily pool operations, and bring energy to lessons, camps, fitness classes, special events, and more. If you love the water, enjoy working with people, and thrive in a dynamic environment, we'd love to have you on our team!
This is an hourly position, limited to working approximately 29 hours per week up to 1,000 hours annually or working approximately 40 hours per week up to 6 months and no more than 1,000 hours annually. This position is non-benefited and is designated as a non-classified, at-will position.
The Aquatics Program Leader serves as a swim instructor and slide attendant and assists with the delivery and operation of aquatics programs including but not limited to swim lessons, camps, fitness classes, special events, party rentals, and assists with set up, supervision, and daily operations in accordance with established policies and training. Assist in instructing and monitoring activities for aquatics.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applicants will be assessed on the application submitted. Due to the volume of applications received, resumes will not be screened for the purpose of determining who is the most qualified to compete in the testing process. It is the applicant's responsibility to fill out the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application with complete information and adequate detail. Do not substitute any part of the application with the works "SEE RESUME".
All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications of the position will be placed on an eligible list and invited to a selection interview with the Parks, Recreation and Neighborhoods Department.
The City of Modesto is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. A City application is required, including Supplemental Questionnaire. The City of Modesto does not sponsor H-1B Visas. Salary offered depends on candidate's experience.
Essential and Marginal Function Statements
Maintain and submit detailed reports and records, as required.
Attend meetings and training sessions, as required.
Attend trainings and fulfill duties and responsibilities for cash handling, if requested.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
Observe and maintain a safe working environment in compliance with established safety programs and procedures.
When assigned as Swim Instructor:
Teach or assist with swim lessons following the approved curriculum.
Maintain class rosters and communicate progress to parents.
Set up and maintain safe teaching areas.
When assigned as Slide Attendant:
Monitor ride entry and exit points for safety compliance.
Enforce rules related to ride safety, height and rider spacing.
Coordinate with lifeguards to maintain consistent flow and safety.
Marginal Functions:
Perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of:
Practices and techniques for favorable public relations, group cooperation and programming for participants.
Principles and practices of recordkeeping and scheduling.
Recreational, social, and cultural needs of the community.
Light custodial maintenance techniques.
Ability to:
Read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance, including the ability to follow and to interpret written instructions and to perform basic arithmetic.
Think clearly, quickly and accurately in emergencies.
Develop favorable public relations and maintain an appearance that projects a positive image.
Coordinate and schedule a variety of activities.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during work.
Prepare reports and records as required.
Work various shifts including days, evenings, weekends and holidays as assigned.
Lift and carry heavy objects.
Run forward, backward and laterally.
Perform light custodial maintenance tasks.
Travel from worksite to worksite as needed.
Experience and Training Guidelines:
Any combination of education and experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
6 months of experience teaching swim lessons, working with children, working with recreational programs or event planning.
Training:
Required to attend, participate and complete all trainings as assigned. Including, but not limited to, Mandated Reporter training.
Licenses/Certificates:
Possession of the below certificates are required to be obtained within 30 days of appointment to be scheduled and must be maintained for continued employment.

• First Aid Certificate
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate
• Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certificate

Additional Requirements:
Must be a minimum of 15 years of age at time of application.
NOTE: If offered a position, you will be required to be fingerprinted before final appointment, in compliance with Section 10911-5 of the Education Code and Section 5164 of the Public Resources Code. In addition, it is the City's policy to not hire individuals convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude, including, but not limited to:

• An offense involving conduct requiring registration pursuant to Penal Code Section 290 (sex offender); an offense involving sexual misconduct with children; an offense involving prostitution (including solicitation).
• An offense involving conduct requiring registration pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 11590 (controlled substance offenders) or any felony offense involving drugs (including possession, sale, distribution, transporting, or conspiracy).
• A felony offense involving the use of force and violence upon a person or another, or a misdemeanor offense for same within the last five (5) years.

Physical and Mental Requirements
Mobility: frequent performance of moderate manual labor; frequent sitting, walking or standing for long periods of time; occasional bending, twisting, kneeling or squatting; moving forward, backward or laterally. Lifting: frequent lifting up to 25 pounds; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds. Vision: constant use of overall vision. Dexterity: frequent grasping, holding, and reaching. Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and talking in person. Emotional/ Psychological: frequent coworker contact; occasional working alone. Environmental: occasional exposure to loud noises and frequent exposure to large groups of people.
Conditions will vary depending on assignment. Work may also be performed in a typical outdoor environment on a year-round basis subject to street or field noise and year-round weather conditions. Work often occurs at remote locations. Positions may require some holiday, evening, or weekend work.
SICK LEAVE: Employees employed with the City of Modesto for six (6) full pay periods or more receive sick leave credit at the rate of twenty-four (24) hours or three (3) days per calendar year, per AB 1522.
PUBLIC AGENCY RETIREMENT SERVICES ALTERNATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM PLAN (PARS ARS): Total contribution of 7.5% - employee pays 3.75% of wages (pre-tax) and the City pays 3.75%.
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I understand that in order for my application to receive every consideration in the selection process, I must complete the following Supplemental Questions. I understand these responses must match the information I provide in the Work Experience and Education sections of my application. I certify that all information provided on this application and the Supplemental Questions is true to the best of my knowledge.

• Yes

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Are you 16 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

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How many years of work experience do you have in teaching swim lessons, working with children, working with recreational programs or event planning?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 2 - 3 years
• More than 3 years

04
Please describe the experience listed above. Include the agency that you worked for, dates of employment and related job duties. If you have no experience, indicate N/A.
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Please identify any certifications that you possess:

• First Aid Certification
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certification
• None of these

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For this position, if you do not possess the following certifications, you will be required to obtain them within the allotted time outlined in the job specification as a condition of employment. • First Aid Certificate within 30 days of appointment • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate within 30 days of appointment • Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certificate Do you understand and accept that if you are hired for the position, that you will be required to meet the above mentioned requirements?

• Yes
• No

Required Question