Aquatic Development Supervisor

City of Winnipeg; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Winnipeg seeks an Aquatic Development Supervisor to lead aquatic training, recruit staff, and ensure compliance with safety and program standards. You will oversee quality control, respond to regulatory requirements, and guide internal training resources across city facilities.

Applicants need a university degree in physical education or recreation, extensive lifeguard and lifesaving credentials, and at least three years of supervisory aquatic experience.

Qualifications

• University degree in Physical Education/Recreation or equivalent.
• National Lifeguard (NL) certification.
• First Aid certificate (St. John’s Ambulance or Red Cross).
• Lifesaving Instructor certification.
• Swim for Life Instructor certification.
• CPR Level C / AED certification.
• Two of Lifesaving Society/Red Cross training awards required.
• Minimum three years aquatic program supervisory experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong English communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Aquatic Employee Recruitment
• Divisional Training and Development
• Procedures and standards related to risk management safety and quality assurance
• Development of internal materials and resources
• City-Wide Program Supervision and Coordination
• Support the assignment of work packages

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Organizational skills

English proficiency

Safety awareness

Education

University degree in Physical Education/Recreation

National Lifeguard certification

First Aid (St. John’s Ambulance or Red Cross)

Lifesaving Instructor

Swim for Life Instructor

CPR Level C / AED

Two training awards from Red Cross and Lifesaving

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Department: Community Services, Recreation Services
Designated Work Location: 395 Main Street, On-Site
Position Type: Temporary, Full-time - Term ends December 31, 2027
Hours of Work: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday (shift adjust as required)
Salary: $2,281.80 - $2,506.39 biweekly, as per the Aquatic Development Supervisor Classification within the C.U.P.E Collective Agreement.

Employee Group: C.U.P.E.

Posting No.: 127356
Closing Date: September 22, 2026

Job Profile

Under the direction of the Recreation Coordinator, the Aquatic Development Supervisor (ADS) provides expertise in aquatic specific training, including planning, organization, and scheduling of aquatic training and is responsible for ongoing aquatic employee recruitment. The ADS oversees compliance of quality control measures referring to provincial legislation, applicable City of Winnipeg policies and procedures, Aquatic Emergency Response training, and affiliate governing agency standards. The ADS conducts internal reviews and investigations related to non-compliance with Aquatic Emergency Response internal training, provides analysis and recommendations which may result in corrective action. Through research, the ADS recommends safety equipment for the Recreation Division in areas of first aid, lifeguarding and instruction. The ADS oversees the assignment of work packages according to Divisional needs and in alignment with the CUPE collective agreement. The ADS ensures that programs for public and staff City wide are conducted in accordance with current standards and provides coaching and assistance to supervisors as required.

As the Aquatic Development Supervisor, your duties will include:

• Aquatic Employee Recruitment
• Divisional Training and Development
• Procedures and standards related to risk management safety, and quality assurance
• The development of internal materials and resources
• City-Wide Program Supervision and Coordination
• Support the assignment of work packages
  

Your education and qualifications include:

• University degree in Physical Education/Recreation and/or an acceptable combination of training and experience.
• Must have obtained and maintained certification in:
• National Lifeguard (NL)
• Standard (Intermediate) First Aid certificate or higher. (St. John's Ambulance or Red Cross only)
• Lifesaving Instructor
• Swim for Life Instructor
• CPR Level C / AED certificate or equivalent. (St. John's Ambulance or Red Cross only)
• Must have successfully completed two of the following training awards; one from each Red Cross and Lifesaving or be prepared to complete in one year:
• One of Lifesaving Society: National Lifeguard Instructor, National Lifeguard Instructor Trainer, Lifesaving Instructor Trainer and
• One of Red Cross: First Aid Instructor, First Aid Instructor Trainer
• Minimum of three years aquatic program experience at a supervisory level.
• Familiar with Lifesaving Society and Red Cross program standards.
• Basic proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office; Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, direct staff and impart leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability in the effective supervision, evaluation and utilization of staff.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization, and external contacts, in accordance with Respectful Workplace Policy.
• Knowledge and understanding of the occupational hazards, safety precautions, regulations and procedures that is applicable to the area of work.
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant Collective Agreements, Letters of Understanding, and Supplementary Agreements.
• Must possess a comprehensive knowledge of standard operative procedures relative to aquatic facilities.
  

*IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognizedCanadian assessment service https://canalliance.org/en/ at application.

Conditions of employment:

• The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
• Police Information Check (Vulnerable Sector) satisfactory to the employer will be required from the successful candidate (s), at their expense. To obtain Police Information Check Information please visitwww.Winnipeg.ca/police
• Must be physically capable of performing the duties of this position.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver's license.
• Must have successfully completed and maintained current aquatic certifications as described under training.
• Obtain and maintain one training award from both Red Cross and Lifesaving within 1 year.
• Have a vehicle for vehicle for transportation while on city business, subject to the terms and conditions of the City's Transportation Policy.
• The successful applicant will be required to complete job specific training required for this position as directed.
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends.