Lifeguard/Instructor 2

City of Delta; Delta; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking municipality as a Lifeguard/Instructor II, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and enjoyment of aquatic activities for all ages. This position involves lifeguarding, instructing, and maintaining facilities, all while adhering to established safety practices. You will have the opportunity to share your passion for water safety and aquatic skills, making a positive impact on the community. If you are enthusiastic about teaching and committed to providing a safe environment, this role offers a rewarding experience in an inclusive workplace that values diversity and community representation.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of lifesaving, artificial respiration, and first aid.
• Ability to instruct aquatic skills and maintain effective relationships.

Responsibilities

• Perform lifeguarding and instructional duties at aquatic facilities.
• Conduct operational and janitorial tasks for aquatic programs.

Skills

Lifesaving techniques

Instruction in water safety

Pool chemistry knowledge

Group leadership techniques

Record keeping

Education

National Lifeguard Award – Pool Option (NL)

Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor certification

Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Level C

Completion of Grade 10

Job description

This is aquatic work in lifeguarding and instructing, on an assigned shift, at an indoor and/or outdoor aquatic facility. An employee of a position in this class performs a variety of operational, instructional, lifeguarding, janitorial and minor preventative maintenance tasks in offering instructional and recreational aquatic programs for all age groups. A Lifeguard/Instructor II performs these duties in accordance with established practices and procedures, exercising tact and firmness in dealing with juvenile and adult patrons. The more difficult or unusual matters are referred to a superior who checks and reviews work performance in terms of effectiveness of the aquatic programs and services rendered, and in terms of conformance with established practices and procedures.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Sound knowledge of the theory and practice of lifesaving, artificial respiration and first aid.
• Working knowledge of teaching methods and group leadership techniques emphasizing instruction in water safety and aquatic skills.
• Working knowledge of pool chemistry, of water filtration, chlorination, heating and related pool equipment and procedures.
• Ability to display sound aquatic skills and to instruct in these skills at standards set by relevant authorities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials, employees and patrons.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records relating to the work.

Qualifications:

• National Lifeguard Award – Pool Option (NL)
• Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor certification
• Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Level C current within one year (CPR C)
• Minimum age of sixteen (16) years.
• Completion of Grade 10 and/or an equivalent combination of training and experience is an asset.

At the City of Delta, we are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce that is representative of our community, providing equal opportunity and fostering an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are recognized, valued and celebrated.