The City of Courtenay invites applications for the position of "Aquatic Fitness Instructor”.
Aquafit Instructors are responsible for delivering high-quality, engaging, and safe aquatic fitness classes that meet the needs of participants across a range of ages and abilities.
Minimum Requirements
- Develop group aquatic fitness plans and demonstrate effective leadership while conducting classes.
- Provide supervision and clear instructions to participants.
- Foster an inclusive and welcoming environment during classes.
- Deliver outstanding customer service and maintain effective communication.
- Adhere to the City’s guidelines, policies, and procedures.
- Inspect equipment regularly and report any issues promptly.
- BCRPA Aquatic fitness instructor certification or an equivalent certification.
- Emergency First Aid and CPR-C
- Criminal Records Check with vulnerable sector
- Previous experience in a similar role.
- Experience in customer service, recreation, human/social services or in a leadership role is preferred.
- Knowledge of current industry standards for safe exercise design, progressive overload, and injury prevention
- Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
- Familiarity with aquatic risk management practices, and emergency response procedure
- Physical abilities to lift and carry equipment up to 45lbs
- Teamwork and collaboration skills
- Ability to work independently and reliably, managing class setup, equipment storage, and administrative tasks with minimal supervision
- 45lbs
- Teamwork and collaboration skills
The current hourly wage range is $30.00 to $40.00 + 12.4% in lieu. Successful candidates will be required to work varying shifts, including Monday, Wednesday, and Friday – June 1 to June 28 from 8:45 am to 9:30 am; Monday, Wednesday, and Friday – June 29 to August 28 from 12:15 pm am to 1:00 pm.
If you have the qualifications along with the passion to help Courtenay be the most livable City in British Columbia, then submit a resume outlining how you meet the qualifications with a covering letter clearly marked “Application – Aquatic Fitness Instructor”. Submit by clicking on the “Apply Now” button above.
Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview.
You must be eligible to work in Canada (Permanent Resident; Canadian Citizenship).
The City of Courtenay is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. If you are unsuccessful, please accept our appreciation for your interest.
Posting will remain open until filled.