Swimming Instructor/Lifeguard

City of Greater Sudbury; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated lifeguards for casual part-time positions across multiple recreation facilities. This role involves supervising swimming activities, ensuring safety, and providing first aid when necessary. Ideal candidates will possess essential lifeguarding certifications and demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills. Join a team committed to promoting safe leisure swimming and enhancing community well-being. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the health and safety of the community while enjoying a flexible work schedule.

Qualifications

• Must maintain current lifeguard and first aid certifications.
• Knowledge of public health regulations for swimming pools.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and lifeguard at various pools.
• Respond to emergencies and perform first aid.
• Ensure safety and compliance with health regulations.

Skills

National Lifeguard Service Certificate

Lifesaving Society Instructors Certificate

Standard First Aid and C.P.R. – Level C

Public Health Act knowledge

Customer service skills

Bilingual (English and French)

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Description

Section: Recreation Services

Division: Leisure Services

Department: Community Development

Initial Reporting Location: Gatchell Pool, Nickel District Pool, Onaping Pool, Howard Armstrong Recreation Centre, R.G. Dow Pool

Job Status: Casual part time positions

Number of Vacancies: 20

Affiliation: CUPE 4705 Inside Unit

Hours of Work: Up to 48 hours bi-weekly

Shift Work Required: Yes (evening and weekend work required)

Range of Pay: Group 3 $22.98 to $26.18 per hour

The start date will follow the selection process.

A criminal record check is required for this position and will be requested by the Hiring Manager should you be the candidate of choice. Please do not submit your criminal record check with your application.

Characteristic Duties: Under the direct supervision of the Recreation Co-ordinator.

• Instruct and/or lifeguard as required.
• Ensure that each class or swim receives proper supervision.
• Respond to emergency situations and perform first aid as required.
• Always be on deck in uniform, before the public.
• Complete accident/incident/parent report/complaint forms as required as soon as possible after an occurrence.
• Be familiar with, and adhere to, sections of the Health Protection and Promotion Act Regulation 565/90, and ongoing amendments which apply to public swimming pools.
• Ensure all pool equipment is at its proper location and in good condition. Report articles to the Manager of Recreation Services and their designate.
• Promote the concept of “Leisure Swimming”.
• Prevent accidents by having a high degree of vigilance, training, fitness, and by educating swimmers on safe water practices.
• Act as a cashier when required by accepting the appropriate fee and issuing tickets/stamps.
• Enforce all pool rules.
• Attend and participate in staff in-service training.
• Tidy the deck and guard room at the end of each swim period.
• Conduct water tests if required.
• Perform janitorial duties as directed.
• Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of City of Greater Sudbury’s (CGS's) Safety Manual and the applicable provincial legislation listed therein.
• Perform other related duties as required.
  
  

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain a current National Lifeguard Service Certificate.
• Must possess and maintain a current Lifesaving Society Instructors Certificate.
• Must possess and maintain a current Standard First Aid and C.P.R. – Level C Certificate from one of the following agencies: Lifesaving Society, Red Cross, St. John’s Ambulance, Canadian Ski Patrol.
• Up to six (6) months of related experience.
• Applicants must be 15 years of age per the Health Protection and Promotion Act for Public Pools.
• Knowledge of the Public Health Act on swimming pools.
• Demonstrate ability to deal with the public in a courteous manner.
• Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
• French verbal and written skills an asset.
• Satisfactory health, attendance, and former employment history.
• Provide, at own cost, a Criminal Reference Check.
  
  

Competencies: Competency Library - Level 1 Proficiency

How To Apply

If you are viewing this job posting through a website other than the City of Greater Sudbury's, please visit www.greatersudbury.ca/jobs to apply online.

We must receive your resume before 11:59 p.m. on Monday, May 12, 2025. For those providing a French language resume, please also include an English version.

• Click on the Apply for Job button.
• Follow the step by step application process.
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• Once completed, review your application and click on the Submit button.
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All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process you must advise the Hiring Manager.

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