Summer Lifeguard/Instructor

Competition Number: 21012

Job Title: Summer Lifeguard/Instructor

Department: Recreation & Cultural Services Department

Employment Type: Summer

Salary: $18.50

Posted Date: February 25, 2021, 12:00 am

Closing Date: April 21, 2021, 11:45 pm

Last Modified: May 19, 2021, 1:24 pm

Posting: Closed

Status: Filled

Description:

Are you ready to dive into a new opportunity?  An amazing season could be yours at the Courtenay & District Memorial Outdoor Pool.  This popular Comox Valley attraction has been a staple in the summers of local children and families for generations.  Let us know if you want to make a splash by applying for this job opportunity.

Exciting opportunities exist for temporary Lifeguard/Instructor positions to assist in the operation of the outdoor pool facilities; carries out swim lesson instruction, lifeguard and cashiering duties; and assists in the marketing and promotion of pool programs and facility.

Minimum qualifications include:

  • Minimum 17 years of age  
  • Current Criminal Record Clearance
  • Standard First Aid & CPR C
  • Water Safety Instructor
  • National Lifeguard Service
  • Lifeguarding/instructing experience preferred
  • Knowledge of pool programming, pool chemistry and pool mechanics
  • Knowledge of Health Act requirements
  • Strong focus on teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills
  • Leadership skills and abilities to provide and promote positive values and recreational benefits
  • Ability to prepare lesson plans, instruct and evaluate participants in a group setting.
  • Ability to accurately count money and reconcile cash totals
  • Ability to deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner and work effectively and efficiently with other staff
  • Physical ability to perform rescues of pool patrons, apply chemicals, set up deck equipment, etc.

These positions are available May until September 2021.  Hours vary from part-time to full-time and include early morning, days, evenings and weekends.

The wage rate is $18.50 per hour. An additional 4 % of gross wages is paid in lieu of vacation and statutory holidays.

Interested persons with the above qualifications should submit a resume outlining how they meet the qualifications, along with a covering letter clearly marked “Application – Lifeguard/Instructor” no later than April 21, 2021 through the APPLY button below.

We sincerely thank all applicants – only those being considered for interviews will be contacted.

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