Lifeguard in Training

Town of Saugeen Shores; Port Elgin; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

OMERS pension plan

Learning & development

Flexible work options

Job summary

Town of Saugeen Shores is seeking energetic individuals to join our Aquatics team as Lifeguard in Training. Reporting to the Aquatics Supervisor, you will assist instructors and lifeguards to ensure safe operation of all aquatic programs and facilities.

Responsibilities include pool readings, class support, equipment setup/cleanup, and supervision during activities. Must be prepared for flexible hours including evenings and weekends; Bronze Cross, Standard First Aid, and Assistant Instructor

Qualifications

• Bronze Cross, Standard First Aid, and Assistant Instructor certifications are required.
• Flexibility to work varied hours including evenings and weekends.
• Must be at least 14 years old.

Responsibilities

• Complete required pool readings as assigned.
• Assist the instructor with classes and demonstrations, and help with setup/cleanup of equipment.
• Support instructors during lessons and supervise participants during pool activities.
• Assist with special events and supervise participants.
• Follow guard rotations and assist with pool maintenance as needed.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Adaptability

Communication

Confidentiality

Interpersonal

Teamwork

Education

Bronze Cross

Standard First Aid

Assistant Instructor Certification

Job description

Requisition Number: 2026 LIT

Posted: August 6, 2026

Position Type: Temporary, Part- Time

Anticipated Contract Start/End Date: September 2026 to July 2027

Location: Port Elgin, ON

Number of Vacancies: 6 (current vacancies for organization)

Saugeen Shores: Both city and town, wrapped in a village.

Choosing to work and live in Saugeen Shores gives you an unparalleled choice of easy-going lifestyles, economic opportunities and nature at every turn. You can truly create your own village in this growing, diverse community of neighbourhoods and amenities. You can replace long commutes with easy lakeshore rides. You can choose to be as active or relaxed as you want to be. You can make all these great choices without sacrificing family life, schools, and even access to the wide world. Nestled on the shores of Lake Huron with forests and farms all around, Saugeen Shores is the promise of both cities and towns, wrapped in a village.

The Team

We take our team-first culture so seriously; we wrote a Team Saugeen Charter to celebrate and protect it. Our shared role is to keep Saugeen Shores safe, well-serviced, growing and vibrant in ways that respect the public and reflect our members. We develop careers from the inside first. We engage each other personally and professionally. We welcome change. we embrace new ideas. We do more than live with work processes; we seek to continuously improve them. And we have each other's backs - because that is what great teams do.

What We Offer You

• Enrollment in the OMERS pension plan.
• A passion for investing in our workforce through continuous learning and development
• Flexible work options.

About The Role

We are searching for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our Aquatics team. As the Lifeguard in Training, reporting to the Aquatics Supervisor, you will assist the Instructors/Lifeguards in ensuring service excellence and the safe operation of all aquatic programs and facilities.

Responsibilities

• Complete required pool readings as assigned
• Assist the instructor with the following:
  • Classes beginning/finishing on time
  • Implementing lessons
  • Demonstration of skills
  • Equipment setup and cleanup
  • Continuous evaluation of participants
• Assist with special events as assigned
• Follow assigned guard rotations and assist with supervision of participants
• Assist in pool maintenance as assigned
• Perforn other duties as required

Education/Specialized Training/Skills

• Current awards as follows: Bronze Cross, Standard First Aid and Assistant Instructors
• Minimum 14 years of age
• Must be prepared to work flexible hours including evening and weekend shifts

Preferred Skills And Qualifications

• Aquatics volunteer experience

Competencies And Skills You Bring To The Role

• Adaptability: You can adapt efficiently and effectively in response to new processes and changing circumstances.
• Communication: You have proven ability to communicate successfully and confidently both verbally and in writing.
• Confidentiality: You respect and maintain confidentiality and exhibit professionalism in all interactions.
• Interpersonal: You exhibit strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Teamwork: You can work with others toward a shared goal. You encourage and support your colleagues by offering for help and asking for help when needed.

Wage

Wage: $17.60 per hour

Application Process

If you require an accommodation to submit your resume for an employment opportunity, or for more information on accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Coordinator at [e-mail] or by phone at 519-832-2008 x.161.

The Town of Saugeen Shores is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). The Town of Saugeen Shores will make every effort to accommodate applicants with disabilities in its recruitment and selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990 and will be used for the purpose of this employment opportunity only.