Lifeguard Instructor II Full Time Permanent

fernie.ca; Fernie; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fernie is seeking a Lifeguard/Instructor II for the Aquatic Centre on a permanent full-time basis. This role promotes water safety, delivers instructional programs, and oversees staff to ensure a safe environment for all patrons.

Posting notes indicate CUPE Local 2093; salary is $34.71/hour with work expected on weekdays, weekends, and evenings. Apply by the stated closing dates under the CUPE 2093 contract.

Qualifications

• Current NL Award from Lifesaving Society.
• Current National Lifesaving Swim Instructor Certification.
• Current Standard First Aid Certification from a recognized agency.
• Current CPR Level C Certification from a recognized agency.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver aquatic programs and lessons.
• Supervise lifeguards and aquatic staff.
• Monitor safety and enforce rules at the Aquatic Centre.
• Respond to emergencies and provide first aid as needed.
• Maintain logs and reports for aquatic activities.

Skills

Lifeguarding

Emergency response

Water safety instruction

Public safety instruction

Education

National Lifeguard Award

National Lifesaving Swim Instructor Certification

Standard First Aid Certification

CPR Level C Certification

Job description

Lifeguard Instructor II Full Time Permanent

Competition Number: 2026-34

Job Title: Lifeguard Instructor II Full Time Permanent

Department: Parks & Recreation

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Salary: $34.71/hour

Posted Date: October 15, 2026

Closing Date: October 29, 2026

Last Updated Date: October 15, 2026, 1:30

Status: Open

Description: LIFEGUARD/INSTRUCTOR II (Permanent Full Time, benefitted) Posted October 15, 2026

The City of Fernie is inviting applications for the position of Lifeguard/Instructor II. This position is included in the Collective Bargaining Unit for CUPE Local 2093. This position is Permanent Full Time and is required to work weekdays, weekends, and evenings. Reporting to the Aquatics Supervisor and the Manager of Parks and Recreation, the Lifeguard/ Instructor II, promotes education to the public about water safety on or near the water, and ensures proper behaviour standards are maintained by the participants.

Position Overview

The Lifeguard/Instructor II monitors and regulates the safety, protection, and enjoyment of patrons engaged in activities in or out of the water at the Aquatic Centre. They assist in the development, planning and delivery of a wide range of aquatic services and programs. Performs lifeguarding, instructional, and janitorial duties related to the operation of the Aquatic Centre. Provides oversight of all aquatic facility staff in absence of the Aquatic Supervisor.

Duties and Responsibilities

Major duties & responsibilities describe the most significant decisions and functions required of the job, not all duties and tasks that may be performed by incumbents are listed:

• Assist the Aquatic Supervisor in planning, coordinating, and scheduling aquatic programs and special events.
• Assist in scheduling and directing the activities of aquatic staff.
• Assist with conducting and coordinating orientation and in-service training sessions for new and existing staff.
• Supervise and control aquatic activity, acting as a lifeguard.
• Perform rescues and provides aid to patrons in difficulty.
• Monitor and enforce rules and regulations of the Aquatic Centre and ensure all safety and behavioral standards are maintained.
• Monitor and enforce rules and regulations of the Aquatic Centre and ensure all safety and behavioral standards are maintained.
• Check the aquatic play features to ensure good working order.
• Identify hazards or concerns relating to aquatic play features and notify supervisor of immediate problems or concerns.
• Open and close waterslide or other aquatic play features and control public movement on and around features in use. Ensure safety and behavior standards are met.
• Monitor and enforce safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards and practices.
• Assist and help organize the scheduling of swim lessons, school lessons and advanced courses and ordering of all required lesson materials.
• Assist with maintaining pool safety plan procedures and aquatic staff training records.
• Instruct a variety of swim, aquatic fitness and water safety lessons and maintain related participant records.
• Respond to customer inquiries and deal with patron complaints or concerns tactfully and courteously.
• Lead activities, special events and games during public swim sessions and theme days.
• Conduct water tests and adjust water chemical levels as directed to ensure a safe and comfortable balance for patrons. Assist with filter cleans as required.Assist with receiving orders of pool chemicals using safe transportation of dangerous goods practices.
• Respond to emergency incidents.
• Prepare, maintain, and submit logs, records, and reports.
• All employees shall work in accordance with the City of Fernie’s Safety Management System.
• Covers front desk breaks.
• Performs and assigns routine cleaning duties and other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current National Lifeguard (NL) Award
• Current National Lifesaving Swim Instructor Certification
• Current Standard First Aid Certification from a recognized agency*
• Current CPR Level C Certification from a recognized agency*

*Recognized agency – as defined by the current version of the Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard program standards

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Can demonstrate strong verbal and conflict resolution skills for effectively communicating with others. Effective interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Must be able to maintain pleasant and effective relations with the public and employees of the City, even in adverse conditions.
• Must have knowledge of the prescribed standards for the Lifesaving Society, insofar as their programs and services deal with the Aquatic Centre.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of water rescue, first aid, and resuscitation methods; must be able to perform the necessary skills as required.
• Must have the ability to instruct, supervise, and evaluate participants.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of chemical and mechanical aspects of pool operation and maintenance.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

The above description reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions and duties as required for proper evaluation of the job and will not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job. Employees may perform other related duties and tasks as required to meet the needs of the operation.

Salary will be in accordance with current CUPE 2093 contract. The rate of pay is $34.71/hour. This position is required to work weekdays, weekends, and evenings. This is a Permanent, Full-Time benefitted position.

For internal applicants, no later than 12:00 PM October 22, 2026.
For external applicants, no later than 12:00 PM October 29, 2026.

Documents

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The City of Fernie strives to ensure that its employment practices are free from direct and indirect discrimination and is committed to upholding the human rights of those participating in the hiring process. In pursuit of this commitment, City of Fernie will not condone or tolerate any acts of discrimination or harassment under any of the grounds protected under human rights legislation. This commitment extends to the hiring process and throughout the course of employment.

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