Aquatic Staff II - Full Time

Job summary

Lifeguard aquatic sessions, respond to emergencies, enforce facility rules, and provide swim lessons for participants of different ages and abilities. Maintain facility cleanliness and safety, complete records and reports, support aquatic staff, and assist with programs and special events.

Job details

Position Vacant Aquatic Staff II Full Time Competition 26-14 TITLE: Aquatic Staff II DEPARTMENT: Community Services CURRENT RATE OF PAY: $28.63 per hour plus benefits HOURS OF WORK: 37.5 hours per week, shift work and weekends as required and pursuant to the Collective Agreement POSITION: Union Affiliation General Statement Of Duties Performs both lifeguard and swim instruction duties. Performs light maintenance duties, as required. Supervision The incumbent is responsible to the Director of Community Services under the direction of the Aquatics Coordinator. Major Duties And Responsibilities Lifeguards all swims in an alert and conscientious manner ensuring the safety of patrons using the facility. Follows and executes facility Emergency Procedures using spine board, oxygen therapy equipment and AED unit as required. Follows established procedures. Completes related administrative forms and records, including Time Sheets, Log Books etc as required. Provides professional and courteous customer service to patrons. Enforces facility rules and policies in a positive manner. Ensures lane ropes and equipment is set up for the session. Cleans and disinfects washrooms, change rooms, showers and other areas of aquatic facilities and fitness facility. Performs janitorial and cleaning tasks as required. Works flexible and varied hours, including evenings, weekends, and split shifts, as may be necessary, to meet the requirements of the position. Reports accidents or injuries immediately to the Aquatic Coordinator and completes Incident Reports and or Work Safe BC reports. Detects and reports any hazardous conditions, practices and behaviours in the workplace. Assists in the planning and coordinating of a variety of special events and programs. Participates in regular in-service training and provides support for other aquatic staff. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Facility Emergency Procedures. Teaches and evaluates a variety of swim lessons, Preschool, children and youth, along with, Adult lessons and LifeSaving Society programs. Prepares methodical lesson plans; ensures classes are taught to accepted standards and completes required candidate evaluations prior to deadlines. Teaches private and semi-private lessons and completes records. Complies with the Recreation Department’s safety program to ensure that WorkSafe BC and other legislative requirements are met. Works flexible and varied hours, including evenings, weekends, and split shifts, as may be necessary, to meet the requirements of the position. Provides leadership and direction to other staff. Ensures that assigned tasks are completed and that staff on duty adhere to departmental policies, practices, and procedures. Reports to maintenance any reported or suspected water chemistry, mechanical or cleanliness problems. Performs other related duties as required. Qualifications, Skills & Experience Minimum 17 years of age. Previous Lifeguard and/or Instructor experience. Current Certificates CPR Level C or CPR Instructor Recognized Standard First Aid Certification AED Certification Swim for Life Instructor Lifesaving Society Instructor (preferred) Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard Service Award (Pool Option) Workplace BC Level One First Aid Thorough knowledge of lifesaving, water safety, resuscitation, first aid and pool life guarding policies, procedures and techniques. Ability to supervise and scan the activities of large groups of facility users in and around the swimming pools. Exercises courtesy, tact, and diplomacy with the general public and co-workers Demonstrated ability to instruct and relate effectively with pupils of all ages and physical abilities Maintains a high level of personal fitness. Practices and maintains skills and recertifies awards prior to their expiry dates. Interested candidates are invited to submit a detailed resume and cover letter outlining qualifications, experience, copies of applicable certifications, and letters of reference to the attention of Ashley Williston, Director of Human Resources, City of Williams Lake, 450 Mart Street, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 1N3 - Fax (250) 392-8484, or email awilliston@williamslake.ca Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, thank you.

What you’ll do

Lifeguard aquatic sessions, respond to emergencies, enforce facility rules, and provide swim lessons for participants of different ages and abilities. Maintain facility cleanliness and safety, complete records and reports, support aquatic staff, and assist with programs and special events.

Requirements

Applicants must be at least 17 years old, have previous lifeguard and/or instructor experience, and hold the listed current first aid, CPR, AED, swim instruction, and lifeguarding certifications. They need strong knowledge of water safety and emergency procedures, the ability to teach and supervise diverse groups, and a high level of personal fitness.

Benefits

• Benefits

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• Staff Leadership · Preferred
• Occupational safety · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Lifeguarding
• Swim Instruction
• Water Safety
• Emergency Response
• CPR
• First Aid
• AED Operation
• Resuscitation
• Pool Safety
• Lesson Planning
• Student Evaluation
• Customer Service
• Staff Leadership
• Facility Cleaning
• Incident Reporting
• Workplace Safety

Job areas

• Sports & Recreation
• Security & Safety
• Education
• Government & Public Sector
• Customer Service & Support

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