Lifeguard/Instructor

City of Brandon; Brandon; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Brandon is seeking Lifeguard/Instructors at Brandon Community Sportsplex to deliver pool programs and supervise aquatic activities. The role requires maintaining pool conditions and providing instruction across a variety of sessions with flexible day, evening and weekend shifts.

Mandatory certifications include Standard First Aid with CPR Level C, Lifeguard award, and Child Abuse Registry/Criminal Record checks; preferred qualifications include Lifesaving Instructor and related

Qualifications

• Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certificates (must be obtained prior to start date).
• Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard award.
• Swim for Life and/or Lifesaving Instructor certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide lifeguard services and pool instruction across scheduled programs; ensure safety and pool area maintenance.

Skills

First Aid & CPR Level C

Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard

Swim for Life / Lifesaving Instructor

Job description

Posted Monday, August 31, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Brandon Community Sportsplex – Recreation Department

**More than one position may be filled**

Position Conditions:

• Incumbents must successfully complete a Child Abuse Registry Check and Criminal Reference 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).

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 (must be obtained prior to program start date);

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Swim for Life and or Lifesaving 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 of the mandatory certifications and one or more of the preferred qualifications listed above.

The City of Brandon is committed to an inclusive, barrier free environment and will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Accessibility for Manitobans Act (AMA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those advancing in the competition will be contacted. If contacted to participate in the process, please advise if you require an accommodation. If you are interested in finding out more about the City of Brandon job opportunities as soon as they are posted, please follow us on Facebook or X!