Lifeguard

St. George's School; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

St. George's School is looking for experienced lifeguards for part-time shifts. Candidates must have lifeguard experience and relevant certifications. Responsibilities include ensuring swimmer safety, performing first aid, and assisting with pool operations. Ideal for individuals who enjoy a school environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years full-time lifeguard experience.
• Knowledge of lifesaving, lifeguarding, and first aid.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the safety of swimmers and guests during all aquatic classes.
• Performing first aid as needed, from minor issues to major emergencies.
• Maintaining pool chemistry and performing light maintenance.

Skills

Customer Service

Decision Making

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

National Lifeguard Service Certification

CPR Level C Certification

Standard First Aid Certification

Job description

St. George’s School is seeking lifeguards to work various part time shifts.

• Pool opening hours : 5 : 15am - 10 : 00pm.
• Shifts range from short 3-4hr to 8hr, mornings, daytimes, and evenings.
• Weekdays and some weekends
• Starting ASAP, either on a short-term or long-term basis.

Qualifications will include :

• Minimum two years full time lifeguard experience, with knowledge and practice of lifesaving, lifeguarding, and first aid.
• National Lifeguard Service (pool option), CPR Level C, and Standard First Aid Certification.
• WHIMS, Pool Operator, or other Aquatic operations related certification not required but considered an asset.
• WSI or other Aquatic teaching certifications are considered an asset.
• Sound knowledge of the rules and regulations governing safety in an indoor aquatic facility.
• Demonstrated ability to handle a variety of customer service situations in an aquatic facility.
• Ability to make appropriate decisions in an emergency situation.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively.
• Reliable and responsible, with proven ability to use good judgment.
• Ideal candidate will enjoy working in a school environment.
• Key competencies and EQ in the following areas : self-awareness, self-management, empathy, social expertness, initiative, and accountability.

Responsibilities will include :

• Ensuring the safety of swimmers and guests using the pool during all Junior and Senior School aquatics classes, practices, special sessions, staff swims, and user group rental bookings.
• Performing all levels of first aid as needed from simple minor issues through to managing major emergencies.
• Following Pool Operations and Safety manual guidelines.
• Performing and recording pool chemistry water tests.
• Assisting with regular daily light maintenance, cleaning and related work as needed and directed by the Head of Aquatics.
• Maintains an ‘eyes and ears’ approach to overseeing the entire pool facility as the primary and often solo guard.
• Potential to assist with pool operations duties and / or teaching assistance pending qualifications.

Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume to : [e-mail]