Advanced Lifeguard Instructor Leader 1

The City of Red Deer•Red Deer, AB

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The Advanced Lifeguard Instructor Leader 1 is responsible for ensuring the safety of aquatic patrons, providing on-deck leadership to aquatic team members, ensuring effective instruction of programs, and maintaining a safe, clean, and enjoyable facility. This position will have specific facility-related responsibilities depending on the location assigned (Collicutt Centre, G.H Dawe Centre, Michener Aquatic Centre or Recreation Centre).

Requirements

Grade 12 or equivalent – Minimum 18 years of age
Possession of the following current certifications – ability to renew qualifications annually or as required by supervisor: National Lifeguard Certificate - Pool Option, National Lifeguard Certificate - Water Park Option (Collicutt Centre) / Water Park Option (GH Dawe Centre), Intermediate First Aid/CPR Basic Rescuer (level C CPR), Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor, Lifesaving Instructor (LSI) with CPR Instructor/Examiner, Aquatic Fitness Instructor, National Lifeguard Instructor/Examiner, Lifesaving Society Swim Trainer, Intermediate First Aid Instructor
A minimum of two years Lifeguarding experience.
A minimum of two years instructing advanced aquatic programs (Lifesaving Courses)
Ability to exert physical effort demanded by swimming, pulling patrons from the water, and cleaning.
Ability to handle public relations responsibilities effectively and thoroughly and to be firm and tactful in maintaining aquatic discipline and to respond calmly to emergencies.
Ability to maintain continuous alertness and attention when lifeguarding and to recognize potential problems.
Exceptional customer service skills.
Demonstrated high level of verbal, written, and listening skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with all co-workers, customers (Internal & External), and supervisors.
Ability to perform all duties in full view of the public, and maintain various guarding positions for long periods of time.
Ability to work in conditions which may be noisy and mildly unpleasant.
Ability to work shifts.
Commitment to corporate RISE principles.

Nice To Haves

Affiliation: Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 417

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe, clean, and enjoyable aquatic facility, ensuring patron safety, water quality, equipment standards, and emergency response.
Provide on-deck leadership by supervising staff, assigning duties, supporting training, mentoring team members, and handling patron concerns.
Deliver and oversee safe, high-quality aquatic programs, including instruction, monitoring instructors, and maintaining program standards.
Ensure programs and events are well planned, properly equipped, and delivered according to schedules.
Comply with municipal, provincial, and occupational health and safety standards, including lifeguarding and first aid requirements.
Maintain accurate records and reports, including attendance, incidents, and evaluations.
Support organizational health and safety initiatives and perform other related duties as assigned.