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Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia's colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are searching for talented people to join our mission. Come to KSU and find your passion.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060. Anticipated start January 2023.

Job Summary

Responsible for providing swimming instruction at the University's recreational facilities. Ensures the safety of participants through direct supervision and communicates with parents and participants before and/or after sessions.

Responsibilities

1. Plans, coordinates and teaches "Learn-to-Swim" sessions

2. Performs mid-session and final evaluations

3. Cleans teaching area after swim lessons

4. Completes all necessary records and reports

5. Maintains contact with parents or guardians before and/or after lessons and through email and/or phone conversations

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
None

Required Experience
None

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications
Current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to demonstrate skills as required for class content and use teaching aids such as

kickboards, diving rings, lifejackets, etc.

• Knowledge and application of teaching swimming and water safety skills

• Ability to work independently and possess energy and enthusiasm

• Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

• Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills

• Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite)

• Strong attention to detail and follow up skills

• Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Kennesaw State University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, national origin race religion, sexual orientation, or status as a protected Veteran. Kennesaw State University is a participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify) effective October 15, 2007. Participant ID: 61415

Background Check

• Standard Enhanced Background Check

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
No, this position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
This position does not require security clearance.