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 teaching all aspects of the Garland Swim Program.

Target Hiring Range: Starts at $15.00 per hour

• Perform daily teaching of classes.

• Correctly store and maintain all program supplies.

• Respond to participant questions.

• Keep accurate progress records of each assigned student.

• Effectively communicate with other staff, patrons and supervisor.

• Wear sunscreen of 30 SPF or higher.

• Assist with special events and various administrative duties.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Enrolled in or graduated High School

• Must be at least 16 years of age

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

Education/ Experience:

• In high school or graduated high school

• Experience in working with children and/ or experience in aquatics

• First Aid and CPR certification

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of general water safety

• Skill in swimming

• Ability to teach

• Ability to carry out departmental emergency procedures

• Ability to provide exemplary customer service to participants

• Ability to effectively communicate with participants, parents and staff

• Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather

• Ability to perform physical activity as required, lifting a minimum of forty pounds

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions

• Completion of training for the Garland Swim Program

• First Aid and CPR certification preferred

• Valid Class C Texas driver's license preferred

The incumbent typically works in an outdoor environment with exposure to all weather conditions under direct sunlight six to eight hours per day, four or five days a week. 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.