Lifeguard I

City of Vancouver•Vancouver, BC

8d•$36•Onsite

About The Position

The Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation is inviting applications from interested and qualified candidates for the summer intake of Lifeguard I employees for various outdoor pools and beaches in Vancouver. All shortlisted candidates will be required to attend an aquatic screening assessment. Candidates must e-mail their certifications to [email protected] in addition to this application in order to be considered.

Requirements

National Lifeguard Pool certification
National Lifeguard Waterfront certification
CPR Basic Rescuer “C” Certificate
Standard First Aid
A Police Record Check is a requirement of this position. A clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position.

Responsibilities

Performing general lifeguard duties under the direction of a supervisor, including rowboats and foot patrols
Supervising and promoting safety and order on public beaches/outdoor pools
Performing assigned duties to prevent loss of life and damage to property
Performing lookout duties and administering first aid, if and when required
Inspecting facilities/vessels for safety equipment
Patrols and/or scans assigned swimming area
Makes rescues and renders assistance to bathers in difficulty
Administers resuscitation and first aid treatments
Checks lifeguard equipment to ensure proper condition and keeps same in readiness at all times
Promotes water and beach safety practices
Checks beach and pool equipment and areas for condition and cleanliness
Performs a variety of tasks such as removing glass, seaweed, and driftwood from beach area, emptying garbage containers, erecting or resetting beach signs and ensuring the cleanliness of the bathhouse and adjacent area
Performing other related work, as required