Lifeguard/Instructor

Yellowknife; Canada; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing & travel allowance

Defined benefit pension

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The City of Yellowknife is seeking a Lifeguard/Instructor within the Community Services Department. You will provide constant safety supervision, instruct a variety of aquatic programs and deliver exceptional customer service to residents and visitors.

Requires a Grade 12 diploma and at least 1 year of lifeguard/instructor experience with current National Lifeguard, Lifesaving Society, and First Aid/CPR certifications. The role includes shift work and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma and a minimum of 1 year of experience as a lifeguard and/or instructor.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work shift work are required.
• Current certifications: National Lifeguard, Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor, Lifesaving Instructor, and Standard First Aid AED/CPR (Basic Rescuer).

Responsibilities

• Provide constant safety supervision at all times.
• Instruct a wide variety of aquatic programs and deliver exceptional customer service.
• Assist with special events and maintenance duties; may act as shift leader in the Pool Supervisor/Assistant Pool Supervisor's absence.

Skills

Lifeguard

Instructor

Customer service

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Job description

The City of Yellowknife is an inclusive employer offering a dynamic and rewarding work environment that delivers valuable services to our residents. Working in Local Government provides many opportunities to not only develop your career but also to improve the lives of residents and visitors to Yellowknife! At the City, the diverse backgrounds of our employees help us to create a positive, safe and fun environment for us all. The City is committed to hiring a diverse and skilled workforce that is representative of the community, strengthening our ability to provide high-quality services and excellent customer service to residents. In addition, the City of Yellowknife is committed to reconciliation and implementing actions intended to increase the number of Indigenous peoples who work for the City. The City of Yellowknife welcomes applications from all qualified candidates and encourages Indigenous persons to self-declare when submitting their applications.

We are currently seeking a qualified and enthusiastic individual to assume the position of Lifeguard/Instructor with the Community Services Department.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Programs Manager and under the direct supervision of the Pool Supervisor and Assistant Pool Supervisor, the incumbent provides constant safety supervision, instructs a wide variety of aquatic programs, delivers exceptional customer service and assists with special events. This position is also responsible for maintenance duties as assigned and may act as shift leader providing general directions to part‑time staff in the absence of the Pool Supervisor and Assistant Pool Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

The incumbent must possess a Grade 12 diploma and have a minimum of 1 year of experience as a lifeguard and/or instructor. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work shift work are required. The incumbent must possess current certification in the following:

• National Lifeguard Certification
• Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor Certification
• Lifesaving Instructor Certification
• Standard First Aid AED/CPR (Basic Rescuer)

SALARY

The City of Yellowknife offers a starting salary of $88,741.34 per annum, as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

• housing and vacation travel allowance totaling $450 per month
• defined benefit pension plan
• relocation assistance

Please be advised that the City of Yellowknife requires all prospective employees to provide a criminal records check prior to employment.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.