Aquatics Instructor/Lifeguard (Pool)

Town of Saugeen Shores; Port Elgin; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enrollment in OMERS pension plan

Continuous learning and development

Flexible work options

Job summary

The Town of Saugeen Shores is seeking enthusiastic Aquatics Instructors/Lifeguards to ensure safe operation of aquatic programs. You will perform lifeguarding duties, implement lesson plans, and assist with supervision of participants at Saugeen Shores facilities.

Applicants should be at least 15 years old with Lifesaving Swim Instructor, National Lifeguard – pool, and Standard First Aid awards; evening and weekend availability is preferred.

Qualifications

• Current Lifesaving Swim Instructor, National Lifeguard – pool, and Standard First Aid awards.
• Minimum age of 15 years.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Experience as Lifeguard in Training (LIT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform lifeguarding functions according to Provincial and Saugeen Shores guidelines.
• Follow guard rotations and assist with supervision of participants.
• Provide first aid services as required and document accordingly.
• Maintain pool cleanliness and perform pool tests/inspections; ensure facility and equipment upkeep.
• Complete administrative duties (attendance, report cards, opening/closing procedures).

Skills

Adaptability

Communication

Confidentiality

Interpersonal

Teamwork

Education

Lifesaving Swim Instructor

National Lifeguard – pool

Standard First Aid

Job description

Closing Date: September 1, 2026 at 4:30 pm EST

Anticipated Contract Start/End Date: September 2026 to July 2027

Number of Vacancies:6(current vacancies for organization)

Wage: $22.07 to $25.15 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications

Saugeen Shores: Both city and town, wrapped in a village.
Choosing to work and live in Saugeen Shores gives you an unparalleled choice of easy-going lifestyles, economic opportunities and nature at every turn. You can truly create your own village in this growing, diverse community of neighbourhoods and amenities. You can replace long commutes with easy lakeshore rides. You can choose to be as active or relaxed as you want to be. You can make all these great choices without sacrificing family life, schools, and even access to the wide world. Nestled on the shores of Lake Huron with forests and farms all around, Saugeen Shores is the promise of both cities and towns, wrapped in a village.

The Team:
We take our team-first culture so seriously; we wrote a Team Saugeen Charter to celebrate and protect it. Our shared role is to keep Saugeen Shores safe, well-serviced, growing and vibrant in ways that respect the public and reflect our members. We develop careers from the inside first. We engage each other personally and professionally. We welcome change. we embrace new ideas. We do more than live with work processes; we seek to continuously improve them. And we have each other's backs - because that is what great teams do.

What we offer you:

• Enrollment in the OMERS pension plan.
• A passion for investing in our workforce through continuous learning and development
• Flexible work options.

About the Role:

We are searching for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our Aquatics team. As the Aquatics Instructor/Lifeguard, reporting to the Aquatics Supervisor, you will ensure service excellence and the safe operation of all aquatic programs and facilities.

Responsibilities:

• Perform lifeguarding functions, according to Provincial and Town of Saugeen Shores’ guidelines.
• Follow assigned guard rotations and assist with supervision of participants.
  
• Provide first aid services as required and document accordingly.
• Work as a part of an effective lifeguard team to ensure proper positioning, rotations and communication including verbal, hand signals and whistles. Remain on duty until relieved by another qualified lifeguard/instructor.
• Implement lesson plans and set-up classes accordingly.
• Communicate with parents/guardian of students on a regular basis.
• Perform general maintenance and cleaning of the pool including pool tests and inspections.
• Inspect, clean and maintain cleanliness of facility (e.g., change rooms, guard office, pool deck, etc.) and equipment.
• Complete administrative duties in a timely manner (e.g., attendance, report cards, opening and closing procedures).
• Communicate with participants regarding lesson opportunities and accident prevention.
• Maintain an understanding of division programs and services.
• Understand, adhere to, and enforce Corporate Policies and Procedures, Confidentiality Guidelines, Emergency Procedures and Health and Safety Standards for all participants and staff.
• Educate/inform all individual/groups concerning pool and equipment rules and regulations, ensuring their observance to maintain a safe, enjoyable pool environment.

• Perform lifeguarding functions, according to Provincial and Town of Saugeen Shores’ guidelines.
• Follow assigned guard rotations and assist with supervision of participants.
  
• Provide first aid services as required and document accordingly.
• Work as a part of an effective lifeguard team to ensure proper positioning, rotations and communication including verbal, hand signals and whistles. Remain on duty until relieved by another qualified lifeguard/instructor.
• Implement lesson plans and set-up classes accordingly.
• Communicate with parents/guardian of students on a regular basis.
• Perform general maintenance and cleaning of the pool including pool tests and inspections.
• Inspect, clean and maintain cleanliness of facility (e.g., change rooms, guard office, pool deck, etc.) and equipment.
• Complete administrative duties in a timely manner (e.g., attendance, report cards, opening and closing procedures).
• Communicate with participants regarding lesson opportunities and accident prevention.
• Maintain an understanding of division programs and services.
• Understand, adhere to, and enforce Corporate Policies and Procedures, Confidentiality Guidelines, Emergency Procedures and Health and Safety Standards for all participants and staff.
• Educate/inform all individual/groups concerning pool and equipment rules and regulations, ensuring their observance to maintain a safe, enjoyable pool environment.

Education/Specialized Training/Skills:

• Current awards as follows: Lifesaving Swim Instructors, National Lifeguard – pool, Standard First Aid
• Minimum 15 years of age
• Must be prepared to work flexible hours including evening and weekend shifts.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience as a Lifeguard in Training (LIT)

Competencies and skills you bring to the role:

• Adaptability: You can adapt efficiently and effectively in response to new processes and changing circumstances.
• Communication: You have proven ability to communicate successfully and confidently both verbally and in writing.
• Confidentiality: You respect and maintain confidentiality and exhibit professionalism in all interactions.
• Interpersonal: You exhibit strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Teamwork: You can work with others toward a shared goal. You encourage and support your colleagues by offering for help and asking for help when needed.

The Town of Saugeen Shores is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). The Town of Saugeen Shores will make every effort to accommodate applicants with disabilities in its recruitment and selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990 and will be used for the purpose of this employment opportunity only.

If you require an accommodation to submit your resume for an employment opportunity, or for more information on accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Coordinator at [e-mail] or by phone at 519-832-2008 x.161.