Aquatics Lifeguard/Instructor I

City of Dawson Creek; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 39,102,000 - 39,950,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Dawson Creek invites applications for a part-time Aquatics Lifeguard/Instructor I at the Kenn Borek Aquatic Centre. This position performs lifeguarding functions and provides instruction in some aquatic programs and skills, with minor maintenance.

A minimum of one year experience in an aquatic environment is required. The ideal candidate must hold a National Lifeguard Award (Pool), Standard First Aid with CPR C/AED, Lifesaving Swim Instructor certification, and a minimum of 528 hours

Qualifications

• Current National Lifeguard Award (Pool Option).
• Current Standard First Aid with CPR C/AED.
• Lifesaving Swim Instructor certification.
• 528 hours lifeguarding/instruction experience minimum.
• Criminal Record Search with Vulnerable Sector clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provides lifeguarding duties at aquatic functions.
• Provides instruction, supervision and ensures safety for swimming and other aquatic programs.
• Ensure that all necessary equipment is in good working order and ready for immediate or emergency use.
• In advance, prepare lesson plans and evaluations.
• Monitors and records pool conditions when necessary.

Skills

Lifeguarding

Swim instruction

Safety procedures

Education

National Lifeguard Award (Pool)

Standard First Aid with CPR C/AED

Lifesaving Swim Instructor certification

Tools

First aid equipment

Job description

Aquatics Lifeguard/Instructor I

Permanent, Part-Time
Internal/External Posting No. 2026-68
Department: Community Services - Aquatics
Internal Posting Date: September 18, 2026
Internal Closing Date: October 01, 2026
External Posting Date: October 02, 2026
External Closing Date: October 18, 2026
2026 Hourly Rate: $36.39 after probation
Hours of Work: 15 hours per week
Competition No.: 2026-68

The City of Dawson Creek invites applications for a part-time Aquatics Lifeguard/Instructor I. This position performs lifeguarding functions and provides instruction in some aquatic programs and skills at the Kenn Borek Aquatic Centre as well as minor maintenance. The lifeguard/instructor I must have a minimum of one year experience in an aquatic environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Provides lifeguarding duties at aquatic functions.
• Provides instruction, supervision and ensures safety for swimming and other aquatic programs.
• Ensure that all necessary equipment is in good working order and ready for immediate or emergency use.
• In advance, prepare lesson plans and evaluations.
• Monitors and records pool conditions when necessary.

Requirements:

• Current National Lifeguard Award (Pool Option).
• Current Standard First Aid with CPR C/AED.
• Lifesaving Swim Instructor certification.
• A minimum of 528 hours lifeguarding and/or swim instruction experience.
• Compliance with and approval of a Criminal Record Search with Vulnerable Sector.

The ideal candidate possesses the capacity to perform all duties in a safe manner while fostering positive relationships with both the public and fellow staff.

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 pm on the closing date referenced above.

The City would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The City of Dawson Creek is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities whenever reasonably possible during the selection and employment process. You must be legally entitled to work for any employer in Canada to be eligible for this position. By applying for this position, you are giving permission for the City to contact your previous employers and references.