Lifeguard Part-time

Town of High River•High River, AB

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Town of High River is excited to start planning for the re-opening of its Aquatics Facility at the Bob Snodgrass Recreation Complex and is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team. This part-time Lifeguard position plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and smooth daily operation of aquatic services. The role involves lifeguarding, instructing, cleaning, and other assigned duties, contributing to the organization's purpose of making a difference in the community now and for generations to come. The position operates within the organization's 'ACE' (Accountable, Connected, Excellence) workplace culture, requiring the incumbent to take personal ownership, communicate effectively, contribute to team results, and provide exceptional service.

Requirements

National Lifeguard Award (NL)
Lifesaving Society Instructor (LSI)
Intermediate First Aid, CPR Level C/AED
Able to open (6:00 am or earlier) and close the pool (10:00 pm or later)
Prior lifeguard experience is required
Basic working proficiency of MS Office suite of programs, use of software for staff scheduling, registration and swim lessons
Ability to handle stress and to react quickly to situations
Strong customer service skills with the ability to interact with the public and colleagues in a positive and courteous manner
Ability to work well in a team environment
Physically fit with the ability to lift to 50 lbs. and work in a daily routine of sitting, standing, walking, swimming, crouching and kneeling, and prolonged periods of time in the pool or on the pool deck
Ability to always meet the physical fitness standards of the National Lifeguard Award

Nice To Haves

Aquatic fitness or swim club or coaching experience or certification is an asset

Responsibilities

Performs duties of lifeguard and swim instructor in a professional manner
Instructs aquatic programs to Lifesaving Society Standard
Understands and applies facility and emergency policies and procedures
Monitors activities of the swimming pool and surrounding areas
Enforces pool rules and Alberta Health Regulations with patrons in the aquatic’s facility
Administers first aid treatment and emergency response procedures
Awareness and ability to use various forms of communication such as whistles, hand signals, body language, written, phone, and radio
Completes daily task outlined on the shift rotation check list related to cleaning, lane ropes, and other routine tasks are performed on time and properly
Reports operational concerns immediately to the Head Lifeguard for follow-up
Assists with public education, outreach strategies and promotion of aquatic programs and services as required
Ensures all required training are completed and mandatory in-services are attended
Other related duties as assigned