Lifeguard / Instructor I

District of West Vancouver; West Vancouver; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

District of West Vancouver is seeking a Casual Lifeguard/Instructor I to join the Community Services Department. The successful candidate will perform lifesaving functions and deliver swimming instruction, including specialized areas, with a focus on customer service and basic facility maintenance.

Applicants must be 16+ and hold Lifesaving Society Swim for Life Instructor, National Lifeguard – Pool Certificate, and Standard First Aid with CPR C & AED.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years or older.
• Completed Lifesaving Society Swim for Life Instructor.
• Hold National Lifeguard – Pool Certificate.
• Standard First Aid with CPR C and AED (or equivalent).
• Previous Lifeguard and Instructor experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform lifesaving functions.
• Provide swimming instruction.
• Perform basic maintenance functions.
• Deliver excellent customer service.

Skills

Lifesaving

Swimming instruction

Customer service

Maintenance

Education

Lifesaving Society Swim for Life Instructor

National Lifeguard – Pool Certificate

Standard First Aid with CPR C and AED

Job description

Lifeguard / Instructor I

(Casual)

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation, and arts amenities. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well‑being of our community.

The West Vancouver Community Services Department is currently seeking a Casual Lifeguard/Instructor I to join our highly qualified team. The successful candidate will be responsible for lifesaving functions and lesson instruction, including specialized areas. Additional responsibilities include performing basic maintenance functions and customer service.

To be successful, candidate must be 16 years or older and have successfully completed courses in lifesaving, swimming instruction and first aid. Previous experience as a Lifeguard and Instructor is required.

Required current Licenses and Certificates include:

• Lifesaving Society Swim for Life Instructor;
• National Lifeguard – Pool Certificate;
• Standard First Aid with CPR C and AED (or equivalent).

The successful candidate will be required to supply a police information check with vulnerable sector and a copy of their credentials. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Candidates must be available for the following:

• Mandatory Wet Screening: Wednesday, November 4, 7:00 – 10:30 p.m.
• Virtual Dry Screening (15 minutes): Monday, November 9, between 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. and Thursday, November 12, between 2:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Successful applicants will also be required to attend mandatory staff orientations on:

• Wednesday, January 6, from 4:00 – 9:30 p.m.
• Sunday, January 10, from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.

This position is expected to begin in January 2027.

This posting does not list all the duties of the position, nor does it fully detail the required skills, knowledge and abilities, licences and certificates required of candidates. For details please refer to the class specification which is available for inspection on WestNet or contact Human Resources to request a copy.

Position Status

Union (WVMEA) – Casual

Hours of Work

Up to 25 hours per week.

Hours and days of work may vary

Rate of Pay

$28.96 per hour plus 14% in lieu of benefits

Closing Date

11:59 p.m. on Friday, October 16, 2026.

We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

If you have any questions please contact us at [e-mail]