We are seeking up to three Lifeguard/Instructors to join our Recreation team. This position delivers a variety of instructional and recreational aquatic programs to patrons at our facilities. Reporting to the Manager of Recreation Programs and Services, the primary responsibilities of this role include:
- Performing lifeguarding duties including monitoring pool activities, performing rescues, enforcing pool rules and ensuring safety of patrons, and administering first aid and CPR as required.
- Ensuring a safe and clean environment for facility patrons and staff to prevent injuries and
eliminate hazards. - Performing daily maintenance duties such as water tests and keeping the pool deck, change rooms, and lifeguard office clean and orderly.
- Planning, preparing, and instructing swimming lessons and aquatic based programs.
- Completing and maintaining accurate records such as up to date lesson program cards, attendance records, red cross/lifesaving reports, and administration forms.
- Providing appropriate feedback to lesson participants and parents with recommendations for improvement.
- Organizing and supervising structured games and activities during public swim sessions and special events.
Our ideal candidate is:
- An engaging and encouraging instructor capable of connecting with swimmers of all ages
- Attentive and responsive with strong swimming and lifesaving skills and a minimum of six months of directly related experience, including minimum completion of Grade 10
- Current in lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques with the following certifications: WSI and NL, Aquasize Instructor, Adaptive Aquatics (or equivalent), Lifesaving Instructor, Standard First Aid, CPR C and AED and criminal record clearance (Note: certain shifts may require other specialized certifications)
- A respectful communicator with a professional approach to customer service
- Detail oriented and able to keep accurate and complete records
- Safety conscious and able to effectively respond to emergency situations when required
- Flexible in working a variety of shifts including days, evenings, weekends and holidays
Regular Hourly Probationary Rate $25.61 per hour; $26.96 per hour after successful completion of probation.
*Qualified Hourly Probationary Rate $26.70 per hour; $28.10 per hour after successful completion of probation.
*Qualified Rate of pay applies when employee possesses all required certifications detailed in full time job description including Aquasize Instructor, Adaptive Aquatics or equivalent and Lifesaving Instructor.