Head Lifeguard Instructor

City of Cranbrook • Cranbrook, BC

13d • CA$39 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a Part-Time, Regular position within the Recreation and Culture department. The role involves lifeguarding, instruction, and pool operation and maintenance duties. The schedule includes Tuesdays & Wednesdays from 10 am to 6 pm, Thursdays & Fridays from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, and alternating Saturdays with a minimum 4-hour shift. The schedule may be adjusted based on operational needs. The hourly rate is $39.28.

Requirements

• Grade 12 Diploma or GED
• National Lifeguard Award – Pool
• Standard First Aid with CPR “C”
• Lifesaving Instructor (LSI)
• Aquafit Instructor
• WHIMIS
• Pool Operator II
• Supervision Evaluation and Enhancement (SEE) Auditor
• Aquatic Supervisor Trainer (AST)
• Swim for Life Instructor Trainer
• National Lifeguard Instructor
• Sound knowledge and/or experience in lifeguarding/instruction duties and teaching methods/group leadership techniques with emphasis on water safety instruction and aquatic skills
• Knowledge and/or experience in performing pool operation and maintenance
• Sound knowledge of theory and practice, lifeguarding, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid
• Working knowledge of Pool Chemistry
• Ability to prepare facility related records and reports
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Initiative, sound judgement, positive and responsive when dealing with the public, user groups and staff
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Inquisitive and ability to ask questions
• Effective listener
• Criminal Record Check

Responsibilities

• Lifeguarding/instruction duties
• Teaching methods/group leadership techniques with emphasis on water safety instruction and aquatic skills
• Performing pool operation and maintenance
• Preparing facility related records and reports

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED