Why Team Garland?

At the City of Garland, we believe that a career in public service is not just a job; it's a calling. It's an opportunity to serve others, make a lasting impact, and be part of meaningful projects that shape every aspect of city life.

Team Garland is dedicated to building the stage where the residents of Garland can each live their best life!

Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, we offer professional growth opportunities and a supportive work environment that helps you reach your full potential. As a member of Team Garland, your skills and ideas are valued; we offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits*, wellness programs, and a healthy work-life balance.

If you are ready for a career that makes a difference, apply today!

*Benefits offered are subject to change and differ based on employment type

Responsible for supervising all on-site operations of the Garland swim program, including training and scheduling of staff and evaluation of all programs.

Target Hiring Range: Starts at $16.50 per hour

• Supervise, schedule, evaluate and assist in training of Garland Swim Program instructors.

• Ensure cleanliness of pool and surrounding grounds.

• Provide exemplary customer service to students, parents/guardians, pool patrons.

• Provide supervision of Swim Program staff.

• Responsible for keeping student records.

• Assign all registered students to a class.

• Test students for station progression

• Conduct in-service training as needed.

• Wear sunscreen of 30 SPF or higher and encourage staff to do the same.

• 1 summer swim instructor experience

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Education/ Experience:

• Some college or education beyond High School

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of programs and activities at the aquatics facility or ability to learn during training

• Ability to carry out daily and emergency facility procedures and policies or ability to learn during training

• Ability to supervise others and deal courteously with the public

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions

• Ability to keep records

• Valid Class C Texas driver's license

The incumbent typically works in an outdoor environment with exposure to all weather conditions under direct sunlight and may be required to walk, bend, stoop and lift a minimum of forty pounds.

About Us

Team Garland consists of over 2,200 employees, spanning 700+ different roles! Garland is committed to diversity and inclusion and creating pathways to employment for all. We have an organizational culture of appreciation, development, and growth. Many of our employees choose Garland for lifelong careers. We are guided by the City's Mission, Vision, and Value Statements and a commitment to public service. Team Garland makes a difference in the Garland community every day.

Garland's vision is to be a progressive city working together to nurture and grow the economic, social, environmental, and cultural well-being of our community.

We are committed to preserve public trust, deliver quality services, promote economic growth, protect our community and enhance the quality of life for the good of our city and our future.