This posting is for multiple hourly positions
Strathcona County is seeking Aquatic Instructor I’s for the Emerald Hills Leisure Centre and Kinsmen Leisure Centre.
The role of an Aquatic Instructor I is to plan, teach and evaluate high-quality swimming and water safety lessons including learning to swim, aquatic sport/recreation, and training/certification programs while providing excellent safety supervision. Instructor I’s are also expected to create exceptional service experiences for guests and respond to guest inquiries. Lastly, they are responsible to provide emergency aid when required and assisting the lifeguarding team in dealing with major emergencies.
Aquatic Instructors are expected to work a minimum of ten hours per week, approximately 2-3 shifts. Shifts are scheduled for between 3-4 hours (morning, afternoon, or evening), seven days a week at both leisure centres. Shifts may be any time between the hours of 8:45 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Aquatic Instructors will be expected to attend mandatory training sessions quarterly.
Key Responsibilities:
Instruct all aquatic programs to meet or exceed all expectations set forth by the aquatic programmers, Lifesaving Society, and other third-party program providers
Practice effective swimmer screening to learn and understand each swimmer’s ability, strengths, and weaknesses before challenging them with more difficult material
Role-model and educate guests on the use of the equipment and site-specific behaviour, including consistent water safety education to prevent injury and accidents in and around the water
Become familiar with the guest service framework, team behavioural guidelines, and other service expectations
Complete all necessary administrative work including documenting student attendance, tracking progress, filling out evaluation cards, and ensuring helpful feedback is provided each session
Maintain communication with supervisors and peers (in person and online) to ensure new information is received and implemented
Uphold professionalism by maintaining a clean, presentable appearance, being prompt and prepared for scheduled shifts, and applying feedback provided by supervisors
Respond to questions from guests with regards to swimming and water safety programs
Qualifications and Skills:
Knowledgeable in planning, teaching, and evaluating high-quality swimming and water safety lessons including learn to swim, sport/recreation, and training/certification programs, while providing excellent safety supervision
Ability to incorporate effective class management techniques to ensure smooth class operation, effective use of time, and provide a superior class performance
Ability to provide emergency first aid when required and assist the lifeguarding team in dealing with major emergencies
Ability to assess and deliver Lifesaving Society evaluation and program content
Ability to apply corrective stroke techniques to elicit student improvement
Strong communications and interpersonal skills
Ability to anticipate guest needs and offer assistance, while ensuring that the program goals and service standards are consistently supported
Ability to work with minimal supervision in a team environment
Assets for this position include:
Daytime availability
Lifesaving Instructor/Examiner Certification
National Lifeguard Instructor Examiner Certification
First Aid Instructor/Examiner Certification
Tidal Waves Senior Lifeguard Club
Swim Instructor practicum experience
Lifesaving Society Trainer
High Five Principles of Healthy Childhood Development
Conditions of Employment
Submission of a Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Intervention Record Check
Required Certifications:
Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor Certification
Intermediate First Aid (Red Cross First Aid, Aquatic Emergency Care (taken before October 25, 2022), or equivalent)
Lifeguard Certification (Red Cross Lifeguard or National Lifeguard)
CPR C and AED
Who We Are:
Strathcona County is a specialized municipality located in the heart of Alberta. Our vision is to become Canada’s most livable community, where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity, respect, safety, fairness, and cooperation.
Why Join Strathcona County:
Competitive salary and benefits package, which includes:
Health and wellness spending account
Employee and family assistance program
Commitment to employee development, through internal and external training and development opportunities.
Well-being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplace
Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered.
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months.
Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute diverse perspectives and experiences.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
