Instructor/Lifeguard

Kénora; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic Student Pool Attendant/Guards and Instructor Guards to join their Recreation Division. This part-time and permanent role offers flexible scheduling for students, allowing you to balance work with your studies. You'll be responsible for ensuring the safety of pool patrons, maintaining cleanliness, and providing excellent customer service. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this position welcomes all qualified candidates. If you're passionate about swimming and community service, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference year-round.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age and possess current LSS Bronze Cross Award.
• Must have or be willing to obtain Emergency First Aid Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cleanliness of the pool area and safety of patrons.
• Administer first aid and respond to emergencies.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

First Aid

Teamwork

Education

Current LSS Bronze Cross Award

Emergency First Aid Certificate

Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certificate

LSS Swim for Life Instructor Certificate

Job description

City Of Kenora

Recreation Division

Part-Time Student Pool Positions – Multiple openings/roles

Posting open until filled

Kenora provides a high quality of life for residents and unforgettable experiences for visitors by celebrating and embracing the community’s rich heritage, diversity, and natural environment.

The employees of the City of Kenora deliver quality, cost-effective Municipal services. As a team of valued employees, taking pride and ownership in all that we do, we will exceed expectations.

Student Pool Attendant/Guards and Instructor Guards will be responsible for the cleanliness of the pool deck area and for ensuring the safety of patrons utilizing the pool. Duties also include checking and cleaning change rooms, administering first aid, assisting with emergencies, and responding to customer inquiries. You must be able to deal courteously with the public, communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and work both independently and as part of a team.

Student Instructor / Guard Qualifications & Duties:

• Must be at least 16 years of age
• Must possess current LSS Bronze Cross Award
• Current Emergency First Aid Certificate (Red Cross, LSS, or St. John Ambulance) or willing to obtain
• Must be willing to obtain the following certifications and maintain in good standing:
  • Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certificate
  • LSS Swim for Life Instructor Certificate
• Must take further training to upgrade to Lifeguard position
• Ensure participant and patron safety
• Supervise patrons alongside Lifeguards, enforcing rules and policies
• Instruct Red Cross swimming lessons
• Act as a resource to the public

Hours of Work: Weekends, evenings, and early morning shifts on weekends. Maximum of 20 hrs per week. Flexible scheduling for students. This position is not a summer position. It is part-time and permanent, year-round.

Salary: $16.20/hr

*The employer reserves the right to pay a higher rate, depending upon qualifications and experience*

The City of Kenora is an equal opportunity Employer and committed to building a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of the community we serve. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equitable employment, including but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized communities or visible minorities, persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities, diverse sexual and gender identities, orientations and/or expressions, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

The City of Kenora is committed to providing accommodation in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation, please advise the Human Resources department in advance to ensure your participation in the recruitment and selection process.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and is used to determine eligibility for potential employment.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.