Aquatic Staff II

City of Williams Lake; Williams Lake; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Williams Lake is hiring an Aquatic Staff II to perform lifeguard and swim instruction duties at our aquatic facilities. The role includes light maintenance, administration, and providing excellent patron service.

The incumbent follows emergency procedures, plans and evaluates lessons, and supports staff during varying shifts including evenings and weekends. The position is based in Williams Lake with a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• Minimum 17 years of age.
• Previous Lifeguard and/or Instructor experience.
• Current Certificates: CPR Level C, CPR Instructor, First Aid, AED, Swim for Life Instructor, Lifesaving Society Instructor (preferred), Lifesaving Society NLSS (Pool).

Responsibilities

• Lifeguards all swims with attention to patron safety.
• Follow and execute Emergency Procedures including spine board and AED use.
• Complete required forms, time sheets and records.
• Provide professional customer service and enforce facility rules.
• Clean and disinfect washrooms and changing areas; perform janitorial tasks as needed.
• Teach and evaluate a variety of swim lessons and Lifesaving Society programs.
• Plan and coordinate special events and programs in the Aquatics area.
• Supervise staff and ensure duties are completed according to policies.
• Report hazards and assist maintenance with water chemistry and equipment issues.

Skills

Lifeguard

Swim Instructor

Emergency Procedures

Customer Service

Leadership

Education

CPR Level C

CPR Instructor

Workplace BC First Aid Level One

AED Certification

Swim for Life Instructor

Lifesaving Society Instructor

Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard Service Award (Pool Option)

Job description

City of Williams Lake

Aquatic Staff II

Full Time

Competition 26-14

Williams Lake offers a unique combination of breathtaking natural scenery and urban living. A regional centre with all major amenities and an affordable range of residential opportunities from modern subdivisions and townhouses to large rural properties, Williams Lake is a great place to live, work, play, and raise a family.

Williams Lake has year-round opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. In the winter, the Cariboo offers snowmobiling opportunities and excellent cross-country ski trails, as well as snowshoeing and ice fishing. We are also a short drive to excellent downhill ski hills. Williams Lake truly is the Shangri-La of mountain biking, boasting the largest bike park in British Columbia’s interior. The lake city is a great base for hiking, camping, four-wheeling, waterskiing, swimming, and sport fishing as well. Explore our many trails and take advantage of our beautiful parks, including the Nature Center, trails and walking bridge at Scout Island. Our indoor recreation facilities are top-notch, and recent upgrades to the Cariboo Memorial Recreational Complex include a water slide and training lanes, as well as a lazy river and beautiful fitness centre, in addition to two ice rinks.

Williams Lake’s downtown core offers a wide variety of shopping, dining and service opportunities. We have vibrant arts community, music scene and theatre company, and are proud to host a variety of arts and culture activities throughout the year.

From the world-famous Williams Lake Stampede to weekly summer concerts and farmers markets to an impressive variety of recreation opportunities, Williams Lake offers excitement, relaxation, and a strong sense of community and belonging. We hope you will join us!

DEPARTMENT: Community Services

CURRENT RATE OF PAY: $28.63 per hour plus benefits

HOURS OF WORK: 37.5 hours per week, shift work and weekends as required and pursuant to the Collective Agreement

POSITION: Union Affiliation

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs both lifeguard and swim instruction duties. Performs light maintenance duties, as required.

SUPERVISION: The incumbent is responsible to the Director of Community Services under the direction of the Aquatics Coordinator.

• Lifeguards all swims in an alert and conscientious manner ensuring the safety of patrons using the facility.
• Follows and executes facility Emergency Procedures using spine board, oxygen therapy equipment and AED unit as required. Follows established procedures.
• Completes related administrative forms and records, including Time Sheets, Log Books etc as required.
• Provides professional and courteous customer service to patrons. Enforces facility rules and policies in a positive manner. Ensures lane ropes and equipment is set up for the session.
• Cleans and disinfects washrooms, change rooms, showers and other areas of aquatic facilities and fitness facility. Performs janitorial and cleaning tasks as required.
• Works flexible and varied hours, including evenings, weekends, and split shifts, as may be necessary, to meet the requirements of the position.
• Reports accidents or injuries immediately to the Aquatic Coordinator and completes Incident Reports and or Work Safe BC reports.
• Detects and reports any hazardous conditions, practices and behaviours in the workplace.
• Assists in the planning and coordinating of a variety of special events and programs.
• Participates in regular in-service training and provides support for other aquatic staff. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Facility Emergency Procedures.
• Teaches and evaluates a variety of swim lessons, Preschool, children and youth, along with, Adult lessons and LifeSaving Society programs. Prepares methodical lesson plans; ensures classes are taught to accepted standards and completes required candidate evaluations prior to deadlines.
• Teaches private and semi-private lessons and completes records.
• Complies with the Recreation Department’s safety program to ensure that WorkSafe BC and other legislative requirements are met.
• Works flexible and varied hours, including evenings, weekends, and split shifts, as may be necessary, to meet the requirements of the position.
• Provides leadership and direction to other staff. Ensures that assigned tasks are completed and that staff on duty adhere to departmental policies, practices, and procedures.
• Reports to maintenance any reported or suspected water chemistry, mechanical or cleanliness problems.
• Performs other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 17 years of age.
• Previous Lifeguard and/or Instructor experience.
• Current Certificates
  • CPR Level C or CPR Instructor
  • Recognized Standard First Aid Certification
  • AED Certification
  • Swim for Life Instructor
  • Lifesaving Society Instructor (preferred)
  • Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard Service Award (Pool Option)
• Workplace BC Level One First Aid
• Thorough knowledge of lifesaving, water safety, resuscitation, first aid and pool life guarding policies, procedures, and techniques.
• Ability to supervise and scan the activities of large groups of facility users in and around the swimming pools.
• Exercises courtesy, tact, and diplomacy with the general public and co-workers
• Demonstrated ability to instruct and relate effectively with pupils of all ages and physical abilities
• Maintains a high level of personal fitness.
• Practices and maintains skills and recertifies awards prior to their expiry dates.