Aquatic Staff III

City of Powell River; Powell River; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Powell River seeks an Aquatic Staff III to organize and deliver aquatic programs and events while ensuring participant safety. You will teach swimming and lifesaving, support facility operations, respond to emergencies, and provide excellent customer service.

Role includes training staff and performing light maintenance in a high humidity environment with varied shifts. Morning, afternoon, evening and weekend shifts are expected; a Criminal Record Check is required.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma and multiple lifeguard/instructor certifications as listed.
• Scheduled to obtain and maintain required instructor certifications.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and delivers aquatic programs and events.
• Teaches swimming and lifesaving skills to participants.
• Supervises safety, responds to emergencies, and supports facility operations.
• Trains and recertifies Aquatic Staff and maintains records.

Skills

Strong swimming instruction

Safety awareness

Customer service

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Lifesaving Trainer – Swim Instructor Trainer

National Lifeguard Instructor Certificate

National Lifeguard Pool Certificate

Lifesaving Instructors Certificate

Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor Certificate

Standard First Aid certificate

Pool Operator 1

WHMIS certificate

Job description

City of Powell River

Aquatic Staff III

(Full-Time)

CLOSING DATE: 4:00 pm Friday, October 30, 2026

DEPARTMENT: Parks, Recreation and Culture

DIVISION: Recreation

SECTION: Aquatics

REPORTS TO: Aquatic Coordinator

JOB SUMMARY

The Aquatic Staff III organizes and delivers aquatic programs and special events while ensuring the supervision and safety of participants. The incumbent teaches swimming and lifesaving skills, supports aquatic facility operations, responds to emergencies, delivers a high level of customer services, and performs light maintenance. This role trains and recertifies Aquatic Staff and provides program information to participants, staff, and facility users. Performs related duties.

The work requires the incumbent to work in a high humidity environment and perform physically strenuous work with regular exposure to bodily fluids, biohazards and chemicals. Employment involves morning, afternoon, evening and weekend shifts.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 12 diploma. Lifesaving Trainer – Swim Instructor Trainer OR National Lifeguard Instructor Certificate. National Lifeguard Pool Certificate. Lifesaving Instructors Certificate. Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor Certificate. Standard First Aid certificate. Pool Operator 1. WHMIS certificate.

Experience: One (1) year as Aquatic Staff II, concurrent with the experience requirements necessary for attaining Instructor certifications.

This position is designated by the City of Powell River as a position of trust. A satisfactory Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Check, is a condition of employment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Considerable knowledge of aquatic programming, swimming instruction, lifesaving standards and public pool safety practices. Demonstrated skill in teaching swimming and lifesaving skills, observing participant performance and providing clear feedback. Ability to evaluate participant progress and prepare accurate records or reports. Working knowledge of pool water chemistry, filtration systems, water treatment equipment and related facility maintenance requirements. Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully, both verbally and in writing, with participants, facility users, staff and the public. Demonstrated sound judgment when supervising aquatic activities, responding to emergencies and recognizing when referral or escalation is required. Knowledge of WorkSafe BC regulations, occupational hazards and safe work procedures as they relate to the position. Demonstrated ability to follow safe work procedures. Ability to recognize, report and/or rectify actual and potential safety hazards. Demonstrated skill in providing first aid and supporting safe use of the Recreation Complex. Ability to work within, and contribute to, a high-functioning team environment. Ability to train, instruct and recertify Aquatic Staff in accordance with required standards. Ability to act as a resource to Aquatic Staff I and II during public swimming sessions and special events. Ability to organize programs, maintain equipment and complete light maintenance duties within required timelines. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to support service consistency, staff coordination and productive working relationships. Ability to learn and apply changing regulations, procedures, systems and policy requirements, support service continuity and approach work and relationships in a culturally sensitive and inclusive manner.

PAY RATE

This is a union position with the current pay rate of $37.03 per hour as outlined in the Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 798 Collective Agreement.

HOURS OF WORK

Varied schedule including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

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