Lifeguard/Instructor

Recreation Manitoba; Brandon; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Brandon Parks and Recreation Services is seeking a Lifeguard/Instructor for Brandon's Community Sportsplex. The role covers lifeguarding duties and instructing swim programs, with responsibilities for pool maintenance and safety. Applicants must hold the required certifications and be able to work days, evenings, and weekends.

Competitive hourly pay, open until filled; interview process included. This position supports water safety education and community recreation initiatives.

Qualifications

• Standard First Aid and CPR Level C required before start date.
• Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard award required.
• Swim for Life and/or Lifesaving Instructor certification preferred or required.
• Criminal Record Check incl. Vulnerable Sector Verification required before start date.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard lifeguarding duties and supervise pool users.
• Provide instruction in Brandon’s community pool programs.
• Maintain pool area cleanliness and safety throughout shifts.
• Work varied shifts including days, evenings and weekends.

Education

First Aid and CPR Level C

Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard award

Swim for Life and Lifesaving Instructor

Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Verification

Job description

Lifeguard/Instructor

City of Brandon - Brandon, MB

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Salary: $17.64 - $24.57 Hourly

Application Deadline: Dec 31, 2026

We're Hiring! The City of Brandon Parks and Recreation Services is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our team as Lifeguard/Instructors! If you have a passion for water safety and love teaching others, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Position: Lifeguard/Instructor

Location: Brandon's Community Sportsplex

Position Conditions

• Incumbents (18+) must successfully complete a Child Abuse Registry Check and Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Verification (must be obtained prior to program start date).
• The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.

Rate of Pay

$17.64 - $24.57 per hour (2026 Rates).

Closing Date

Open until filled.

This competition will include an interview.

Purpose of Position

This position entails standard lifeguarding and instructing duties at Brandon’s Community Sportsplex. Successful incumbents will be required to provide instruction in the many pool programs offered at the facility. Lifeguard/Instructors are responsible for the general maintenance, care, and conditions of the pool area. Incumbents will work a variety of shifts during days, evenings, and weekends which may include split shifts.

Mandatory Qualifications & Experience

• Standard (Intermediate) First Aid and CPR Level C certificate (must be obtained prior to program start date);
• Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard award;
• Swim for Life and or Lifesaving Instructor.
• Successful completion of a Child Abuse Registry Check and Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Verification (18+) (must be obtained prior to program start date);

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Swim for Life and or Lifesaving Trainer;
• Swim For life Instructor Trainer;
• National Lifeguard Instructor/Examiner;
• Lifesaving Society or Red Cross First Aid Instructor certificate.

PLEASE NOTE:

If you do not currently hold all of the mandatory qualifications or they are not current, you may still apply for this position as long as you are enrolled in the proper courses/re‑certifications needed to meet the mandatory qualifications listed above and have these prior to starting employment. Preference will be given to applicants possessing all the mandatory certifications and one or more of the preferred qualifications listed above.