Lifeguard

City of Medicine Ha; Medicine Hat; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Medicine Hat is seeking enthusiastic Lifeguards to ensure community safety at our aquatic facilities. This casual, on-site role requires strong decision-making skills, physical fitness, and a passion for teamwork. Lifeguards will supervise aquatic activities, respond to emergencies, and maintain cleanliness. Competitive pay starting at CAD 23.86/hour with opportunities for career growth and training.

Benefits

Career Growth Opportunities

Collaborative Environment

Ongoing Training and Development

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 16 years.
• Ability to respond to emergencies and provide first aid.
• Capable of supervising aquatic activities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise aquatic activities, ensuring safety for all patrons.
• Respond promptly to emergencies and provide necessary first aid.
• Maintain cleanliness of pool areas and suggest improvements.

Skills

Decision-making

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Initiative

Dependability

Education

National Lifeguard Pool (NL – Pool) Award

Standard First Aid Certificate

Starfish Aquatic Instructor Certificate

National Lifeguard Waterpark (NL – WP) Award

National Lifeguard Waterfront (NL – WF) Award

Job description

Join the City of Medicine Hat as a Lifeguard
Casual, On-Site

Dive into an exciting opportunity with The City of Medicine Hat! We're looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Lifeguards. This role is your chance to ensure the safety and enjoyment of our community at our aquatic facilities. Bring your energy, leadership, and lifesaving skills to a team that values growth, teamwork, and fun!

Your key responsibilities

• Supervise aquatic activities, ensuring the safety of all patrons.
• Respond swiftly to emergencies and provide first aid as needed.
• Maintain the cleanliness and functionality of pool areas and equipment.
• Offer suggestions to improve operational practices for a better experience.
• Represent the City of Medicine Hat with professionalism and positivity.

What you bring

• Strong decision-making skills in high-pressure situations.
• Physical fitness meeting the standards outlined in the National Lifeguard Award.
• A team-oriented mindset with excellent interpersonal and leadership abilities.
• Confidence to take initiative and lead by example in a team environment.
• Dependability and a proactive approach to your responsibilities.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule consisting of days, nights, weekends, and statutory holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 16 years.
• Possess a current:
  • National Lifeguard Pool (NL – Pool) Award
  • National Lifeguard Waterpark (NL – WP) Award
  • National Lifeguard Waterfront (NL – WF) Award
  • Standard First Aid (Level "C" CPR) Certificate, issued within the last twelve months at time of hiring.
  • Starfish Aquatic Instructor (SAI) Certificate
• Equivalent combination of approved training and experience considered.

Additional Requirements: This position has been identified as Safety Sensitive and requires the completion of a satisfactory pre-employment drug screen. There will also be a requirement to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check and Intervention Record Check.

Why join us?

• Make a Difference: Contribute to the growth and development of our employees, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional advancement.
• Collaborative Environment: Work with passionate professionals dedicated to achieving excellence and driving positive change.
• Career Growth Opportunities: Access ongoing training, development programs, and advancement opportunities to support your professional growth.
• Competitive rate of pay: Starting at $23.86 /hour.

Please note: This is an open posting, and we are continuously accepting applications for Lifeguards. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis as positions become available.

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