Aquatic Staff III

CivicInfo BC; Powell River; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CivicInfo BC in Powell River seeks an Aquatic Staff III to organize and deliver aquatic programs and events while ensuring supervision and participant safety. The role involves teaching swimming and lifesaving, aiding facility operations, and responding to emergencies.

Work includes mornings, afternoons, evenings and weekends in a humid pool environment with exposure to chemicals. The incumbent trains and recertifies Aquatic Staff, provides program information to participants and staff, and

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma or higher required.
• Lifeguarding and instructor certifications listed above are mandatory.
• First Aid and WHMIS certifications must be current.
• Pool operations knowledge and safety regulations familiarity.
• Ability to document progress and maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and delivers aquatic programs and events with participant safety in mind.
• Teaches swimming and lifesaving skills; provides feedback to participants.
• Supports aquatic facility operations and performs light maintenance.
• Trains and recertifies Aquatic Staff; communicates with staff and users.
• Responds to emergencies; maintains required records and reports.

Skills

Lifesaving knowledge

Public pool safety

Communication skills

First aid ability

Team coordination

Education

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

Job description

(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.

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.

Experience

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

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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