Head Lifeguard and Aquatics Instructor - Sport and Wellness, Campus Services

MacEwan University; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking dedicated Head Lifeguards/Aquatics Instructors to join their Sport and Wellness department. This role involves coaching and mentoring staff, ensuring the safe operation of aquatic facilities, and providing high-quality service to users. With a commitment to community engagement and a focus on diversity and inclusion, this position offers a supportive environment where your skills can shine. If you have a passion for aquatics and a desire to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years leadership experience in aquatics required.
• Certified in Lifesaving Society programs and first aid.

Responsibilities

• Mentor lifeguards and instructors, ensuring safety protocols are followed.
• Conduct operational checks and maintain pool chemical levels.

Skills

Coaching and mentoring

Swimming ability

Water safety knowledge

Aquatic facility operations

First aid procedures

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Calm decision-making

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

Lifesaving Society certifications

Job description

Full-Time Continuing (35 hours per week) MSA Band C (Steps 5-8): $27.49 - $32.28 per hour. $50,032 - $58,749 per annum (Based on 35 hours per week). February 9, 2025

About Us

MacEwan University is where caring faculty help people connect their passions to their future paths. Located in the heart of Edmonton’s diverse and dynamic downtown community, and on the traditional lands of Treaty 6 First Nations and homelands of the Métis people, MacEwan is known for exceptional undergraduate learning. With its dedication to teaching excellence, informed by scholarly research, innovation, and creative activity, MacEwan provides an exceptional collaborative and supportive learning environment with a commitment to human rights, environmental sustainability, and opportunities for community engagement. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community for all peoples, cultures, and identities.

Our comprehensive undergraduate university offers 55 programs to more than 19,000 full- and part-time students in business, communications, community and human services, design, fine and performing arts, health, humanities, natural science, nursing, public safety, and social science. Through a wide array of experiential learning opportunities, and strategic relationships in the community, we partner with others to produce graduates of stature. Along with a robust grounding in their chosen disciplines, MacEwan students are given durable life skills that prepare them to take on the world.

MacEwan University is seeking Head Lifeguards/Aquatics Instructors for two full-time continuing opportunities with our Sport and Wellness department. Reporting to the Aquatics Supervisor, you will ensure the effective, efficient, and safe operation of our aquatic facility with high-quality service delivery. In this role, you will mentor and coach lifeguards and instructors to ensure policies, procedures and best practices are followed, taking the lead role in ensuring emergency situations are handled promptly and appropriately, while also performing as a lifeguard and instructor. You will also coordinate day-to-day operational checks, including monitoring and maintaining pool chemical levels, and equipment to ensure they meet Alberta Health Standards and established operational and maintenance standards for the facility.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coaching and mentoring lifeguards and instructors on approach, procedures and best practices on and off the pool deck, serving as an additional support resource and point of escalation;
• Supporting staff in completing their lesson plans, report cards, worksheets, and attendance documentation;
• Conducting lifeguard and instructor skill evaluations;
• Supporting onboarding and training new staff;
• Planning and leading in-service training;
• Enforcing pool rules and safety protocols, while providing excellent customer service to pool users, including answering questions and responding to concerns;
• Completing daily operational checks and mechanical tasks, which include monitoring and maintaining pool chemical levels and water quality testing, filtration systems, and equipment to ensure they meet required standards;
• Overseeing water quality control, including troubleshooting, tracking trends, and ensuring standards and regulations are met, working collaboratively with Facilities regarding the mechanical and preventative maintenance system;
• Ensuring health and safety standards are implemented and that a high standard of cleanliness is maintained;
• Recognizing, responding to and coordinating the response to first aid, incidents, accidents, and other emergency situations, ensuring proper first aid and rescue protocols are followed, and that required documentation is completed;
• Implementing facility policies, procedures, and provincial legislation;
• Providing public education, excellent safety surveillance, and routine safety inspections; and
• Providing instruction of aquatic programs and completing related administration duties, including but not limited to swimming lessons, private lessons, specialty programs, and aquatic fitness.

Skills

You will have:

• The ability to coach and mentor a team of lifeguards and instructors;
• Strong swimming ability and knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques in water safety and lifesaving activities;
• Knowledge of aquatic facility operations and best practices, including applicable Occupational Health and Safety policies, procedures, and practices;
• The ability to perform and lead first aid procedures;
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, with a commitment to customer service;
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving and time management skills;
• A positive attitude, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team;
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities;
• The ability to remain calm and make decisions quickly in high-pressure and stressful situations; and
• A commitment to ongoing learning and skill development.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a high school diploma.
• A minimum of 2 years of leadership experience in the aquatics industry.
• A minimum of 500 aquatic hours as a lifeguard and swim instructor of Lifesaving Society Programs.
• Certified in Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard (NL), Lifesaving Society Swim and Lifesaving Instructor, Intermediate First Aid with CPR-C and Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and Lifesaving Society Oxygen Administration, with the ability to renew annually or as required.
• Certification in advanced Lifesaving Society Leadership Courses like National Lifeguard Instructor and First Aid Instructor is considered an asset.
• AARFP Pool Operator 1 and 2 is considered an asset.
• Experience as a head lifeguard, instructor, and pool operator is considered an asset.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Position Requirements

• A minimum of 18 years of age.
• The successful incumbent will be required to obtain a Police Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Check at their own cost.
• The ability to work flexible hours, which includes early mornings, evenings, and weekends. Work schedules may rotate from time to time and would not be consistent.
• Required to attend training and events that could fall outside of the normal working hours, with sufficient notice provided.

When you become part of the MacEwan University team, you will enjoy a competitive salary. Our total compensation package includes:

This position is included under the MacEwan Staff Association Collective Agreement.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

MacEwan University is committed to fostering the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion within our community, and we are dedicated to removing barriers that have been historically encountered and are currently experienced by some members of our society. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, visible minorities, women, persons with disabilities, sexual and gender minorities, and members of all equity-deserving groups. We believe that the diversity of our students, staff, and faculty serves as a strength of our institution and benefit to society. We are committed to ensuring full and inclusive participation for all in our community.

Accessibility Statement

We strive to provide an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the hiring process. If you require accommodation, we want to ensure you have the support you need to showcase your abilities. Please contact [e-mail] and we will support you to the best of our ability.

Personal Information Collection Notification
Your personal information is being collected in accordance with section 33(c) of Alberta’s Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP Act). This information is protected under Part 2 of the FOIP Act and will be used to assess your qualifications for employment. Personal information such as the Curriculum Vitae / Resume and Cover Letter may be provided for viewing only to non-HR members of a hiring and interview panel if your application advances to that stage of the hiring process. If you have any questions about these arrangements, please contact: Human Resources, University Services Centre, Rm. 10-600, 10700-104 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 4S2 or phone [phone].