Aquatic Lifeguard - Closing July 17, 2026

Municipality of Port Hope•Port Hope, ON

3d•CA$20 - CA$21•Onsite

About The Position

The Lifeguard is responsible for providing a safe, enjoyable, supervised environment for pool patrons at the Jack Burger Sports Complex through the implementation of front-line aquatic programming in compliance with HIGH FIVE® standards, the Ontario Health Regulations, Life Saving Society protocols; and ensures compliance with all regulations pertaining to swimming pool operations at the Jack Burger Sports Complex.

Requirements

Some High school.
Current certification in National Lifeguard Service.
Standard First Aid, CPR “C” with AED.
HIGH FIVE ®: Principles of Healthy Child Development

Nice To Haves

Lifesaving Swim Instructor qualifications preferred.
Experience as a Lifeguard preferred.
Knowledge and understanding of how to operate safety equipment (e.g. AED, Spinal Board) preferred.
Current working knowledge of Ontario Health Regulations related to pool operations as well as Ministry of Labour Standards preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform lifeguard duties and supervise patrons/participants, ensuring that all facility rules are being adhered to while providing a safe, enjoyable environment.
Maintain accurate batherload records.
Ensure that all Health Regulations are obeyed regarding pool tests, patron numbers, etc..
Be knowledgeable about and follow the policies and procedures in the Aquatic Staff Manual.
Be knowledgeable about all Department of Parks Recreation and Culture and respond in a positive manner to questions and inquiries from the public.
Advise the On-Deck Supervisor or Supervisor, Aquatics of any problems related to equipment, pool maintenance, programs or public inquiries.
Maintain Aquatic qualifications as outlined below and participate in scheduled staff training sessions.
Provide safety supervision of all patrons in around pool deck, actively prevent injury or incidents and respond as required and as trained to aquatic emergencies.
Follow lifeguarding procedures at all times while on duty and maintain attentiveness to patrons, scanning the pool to ensure their safety.
Assist with the maintenance and upkeep of pool facility as directed by the Supervisor, Aquatics.
Adhere to high standards of ethical behaviour and demonstrate their understanding that their personal actions impact the public’s perception of the Municipality.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor, Aquatics or designate.