Aquatic Leader

City of Richmond Hill; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Richmond Hill is seeking an Aquatic Leader to support aquatic program delivery, administration, and on-deck leadership. You will supervise staff, lifeguards, attendants, and instructors, ensuring program quality and adherence to city policies.

Responsibilities include staff coaching, scheduling, and maintaining safety and reporting procedures. You will report to the Aquatic Supervisor and work in a part-time, permanent capacity across city facilities.

Qualifications

• Hold a Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current National Lifeguard (Pool) certification.
• Swim Instructor and Lifesaving Instructor certifications.
• Current First Aid certification recognized by WSIB Ontario.
• Lifesaving Supervisor Training and Bronze Examiner.
• 1–3 years in aquatic supervisory role with municipal recreation experience.

Responsibilities

• Open and close the facility per procedures.
• Lead day-to-day staff operations and communicate with full-time staff.
• Provide on-deck supervision during instructional programs.
• Supervise and evaluate Swim Instructors, Lifeguards, and Attendants.
• Provide detailed program status reports to Aquatic Supervisor.
• Conduct staff orientations and trainings; manage staff schedules.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Secondary School Diploma

National Lifeguard (Pool) Certification

Swim Instructor Certification

Lifesaving Instructor Certification

First Aid Certification

Lifesaving Supervisor Training

Tools

ActiveNet

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Shift 17-35 hours per week. Weekdays- Mornings, Daytime, Evenings and Weekends based on Facility schedule.

Rate of Pay $28.99- $28.99Hourly

Job Type Permanent Part Time

Posting Type Internal and External

Posting Date 10/20/2026

Application Deadline 11/15/2026

Position Summary

The Aquatic Leader is responsible for providing assistance to the program and service delivery of Aquatic programs including, administration functions, on deck leadership and supervision of staff and volunteers for instructional programs, recreational swims and private pool rentals.

In addition the Aquatic Leader is responsible to provide stong leadership, motivation and supervision part-time Attendants, Lifeguards and Swim Instructors, Deck Supervisor and volunteers, evaluation of staff performance, complete all maintenance tasks and ensure reporting procedures and follow up are completed in accordance with the aquatic policies and procedures.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Open and close the facility in accordance with the opening and closing procedures.
• Lead staff in day to day operations, follows up and communicates with full time staff
• Provide on deck supervision during assigned instructional programs
• Provide direct supervision and evaluation of Swim Instructors, Lifeguards, Aquatic Attendants and Volunteers to maintain program quality
• Provide Aquatic Supervisor with detailed information on program status, customer feedback, inventory and maintenance/upkeep of equipment
• Delivers new staff orientations
• Assist with growth and development of staff
• Assist in preparation and delivery staff trainings to ensure staff have the necessary knowledge of city policies and procedures
• Assists in preparation of aquatic staff schedules
• Supervise recreational swims and pool rentals
• Tally, verify, input and track part time payroll
• Respond to and leads aquatic team in emergencies, ensuring follow up with reporting procedures as per City of Richmond Hill policies and procedures

Duties and Responsibilities Cont'd

• Provide leadership and direction to part time aquatic staff and volunteers during designated shift including mentoring and coaching
• Assist the Aquatic Supervisor with inventory, purchase and deliver of program supplies
• Provide input and feedback to Aquatic Supervisor regarding Lifeguard, Swim Instructor, Attendant and Volunteer performance/evaluation
• Performs instructional, lifeguarding and deck supervisor duties as required
• Assist with facility maintenance including chemical testing where required
• Assist reception staff with program registration, membership sales and cash management where required
• Preparing and maintaining statistical information on instructional and recreational swims
• Maintain all qualifications and keep current copies on file at each work location
• Effectively deal with customer inquiries, exhibiting excellent customer service
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
• Current Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard (Pool) Certification
• Current Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor Certification
• Current Lifesaving Society Lifesaving Instructor Certification
• Current Standard or Intermediate First Aid certification recognized by the WSIB of Ontario
• Lifesaving Society Aquatic Supervisor Training
• Lifesaving Society Bronze Examiner
• 1-3 years experience in an aquatic supervisory role with a focus on municipal recreation
• Recreation Leadership Diploma would be an asset

Required Skills/Knowledge

• Ability to independently resolve problems and issues under minimal supervision
• Familiar with ActiveNet software and SAP
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications with a strong knowledge of Word
• demonstrated experience in coaching, team building and supervising and developing staff to achieve high levels of performance
• Well organized, independent and highly-motivated, with the ability to handle multiple job responsibilities, set priorities, problem solve and work with all levels of staff while appreciating the responsibility of meeting tight and conflicting deadlines
• Proven interpersonal skills to foster and maintain cooperative working relationships with a variety of internal stakeholders, demonstrating high proficiency in conflict resolution and negotiation skills
• Builds people and culture
• Cultivates open communication
• Demonstrates personal leadership
• Navigates and leads through complexity and change

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

TheCity of Richmond Hill is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation.