Assistant Aquatic Leader

Delta; Delta; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Municipal Pension Plan

Job summary

The City of Delta is seeking a full-time Assistant Aquatic Leader to join our aquatic team in Delta, BC. You will help manage the operation of indoor and outdoor pools and supervise Lifeguard/Instructor staff who deliver instruction, lifeguarding, cashiering and maintenance tasks.

This role requires independent judgement within established procedures and a commitment to safety, water skills development and customer service.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of lifesaving theory, CPR and first aid.
• Ability to plan, supervise and evaluate aquatic staff and programs.
• Experience teaching water safety and aquatic skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing indoor and outdoor pool operations.
• Supervise Lifeguard/Instructor staff and participate in training.
• Maintain records related to operations and safety procedures.
• Participate in instructional and life guarding activities and maintenance tasks.

Skills

Staff supervision

Record keeping

Lifesaving theory

Teaching methods

Pool equipment

Job description

Are you ready to take your career in Aquatics to the next level? The City is looking for a full-time Assistant Aquatic Leader to join their team. If you are passionate about aquatics and looking for a great place to work, this may be the job for you!

The Assistant Aquatic Leader assists in managing the operation of an indoor and outdoor pool. The Assistant Aquatic Leader supervises and participates in the work of Lifeguard/Instructor 2 & Aquatic Instructor staff who perform instructional, life guarding, cashiering, janitorial and minor preventative maintenance tasks. An employee of this class exercises considerable independence of judgement and action, receiving general supervision from a superior who evaluates work performance in terms of conformance with established practices and procedures, the effectiveness of the instructional programs offered.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to prepare and maintain records related to the work.
• Ability to assign, check, supervise and evaluate the work of one or more subordinate aquatic staff; ability to participate in the training of instructional and life guarding aquatic staff.
• Sound knowledge of the theory and practice of lifesaving, artificial respiration and first aid.
• Sound knowledge of teaching methods and group leadership techniques emphasizing instruction in water safety and aquatic skills, and the practices involved in developing, implementing, evaluating, instructional aquatic programs.
• Knowledge of pool chemistry, of water filtration, chlorination, heating and related pool equipment and procedures.

Required Licences, Certificates and Registrations

• National Lifeguard Award – Pool Option (NL)
• Lifesaving Society Instructor Award (LSI)
• Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor
• Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Level C current within one year (CPR C)
• Emergency First Aid or equivalent

The City of Delta currently provides financial support for required lifeguard and instructional recertifications when taken internally with the City.

The City of Delta provides a competitive salary of $31.28 - $36.74 per hourand an excellent benefits package including the Municipal Pension Plan.

September 1, 2026.

At the City of Delta, we are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce that is representative of our community, providing equal opportunity and fostering an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are recognized, valued and celebrated.