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This position works in the Edmonds Community Centre Aquatic Services organizational unit. This position encompasses both lifeguarding duties and high-quality swim instruction on an assigned shift, at Edmonds Community Centre. Our Lifeguard Instructors ensure the safety of swimmers utilizing the aquatic facility, provide a safe and clean environment, and engage with a diverse client base to provide exceptional customer service. We are looking for Lifeguard Instructors to educate on pool rules; perform minor maintenance tasks; provide first aid treatment; lead instructional and recreational aquatic programs for all age ranges and to provide information to the public regarding swimmer progress and instructional evaluation techniques. Performs related work as required.
Qualifications include up to high school graduation, supplemented by courses in lifeguarding, lifesaving, aquatic instruction, fitness instruction and pool maintenance, plus sound related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Sound knowledge of the theory and practice of lifeguarding, lifesaving, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid; working knowledge of teaching methods and group leadership techniques emphasizing instruction in water safety and aquatic skills, and of pool operations including water filtration, chlorination, and heating. We are looking for Lifeguard Instructors who have the ability to display sound aquatic skills and to instruct in these skills at standards set by relevant authorities; to conduct and promote fitness programs; to establish and maintain courteous and effective working relationships with officials, user groups, coworkers, and the public, and who can prepare and maintain records related to the work. A Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard – Pool award, Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor award, Standard First Aid, and a BCRPA Basic Fitness Leader – Aquatics award is required. A Lifesaving Instructor certificate is desirable. Please note that a Police Information Check may be required for this position.
Schedule: 48 hours bi-weekly (0.60 FTE); Tuesday from 12:30 PM – 9:00 PM, Thursday from 12:30 PM – 9:00 PM, Saturday from 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
The closing date for this competition has been extended until it is filled. New applications are welcome!
We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the x?m??k??y??m (Musqueam), S?wx_wú7mesh (Squamish), s?lilw?ta? (Tsleil-Waututh), and k?ik?????m Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years. We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.
Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview.
Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
