Lifeguard & Swim Instructor
Req ID: 557
Business Unit: Parks & Environmental Services
Division: Panorama Recreation
Regular/ Auxiliary: Auxiliary
Rate of Pay: $22.39 per hours plus 14% in lieu of benefits (2024 Rates)
Hours of Work: Varies - as and when needed, including days, evenings and weekends
Posting Date: November 14, 2023
Closing Date: This position will remain open until filled, however, review of candidates will start November 30, 2023
Summary
This position lifeguards and assists in the delivery of public aquatic programs. The incumbent must be conversant with emergency procedures and able to respond accordingly. Employees are expected to be knowledgeable of the aquatic facilities rules and regulations and are able to implement the same while maintaining a co-operative and positive relationship with the public.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Lifeguard a diverse set of activities
- Ensuring effective program instruction in a fun and safe manner for participants
- Assists with the delivery of special events
- Ensuring cleanliness of pool deck and surrounding areas.
- May be required to assist with administration duties as required.
- Follows all policies, procedures and standards of the CRD.
- Performs other duties as required.
Additional Information
None
Key Skills & Abilities
- Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and customer service skills are required.
- Familiar with emergency procedures and able to respond accordingly
- Knowledgeable of the aquatic facilities rules and regulations
- Ability to work independently with general supervision in a relatively structured environment
Qualifications
- Some directly related experience
Certifications
- Acceptable criminal record check. The applicant/incumbent is required to undergo a criminal record check to work in this position and to report to their supervisor if any criminal charges are laid against them that may be related to their employment.
- National Lifeguard Certificate
- Red Cross Water Safety Instructor
- Airway Management and Oxygen Certification
- Standard First Aid and CPR-C
APPLICATIONS
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please click "Apply now" to submit your resume and covering letter online.
We welcome all qualified applicants to apply and may consider a combination of
experience, education and/or training where possible.
The Capital Regional District wishes to thank you for your interest and advises that only those candidates under active consideration will be contacted.