JOB DESCRIPTION

The Corporation of the City of Orillia is seeking Orillia Lifesaving Team (OLT) Assistant Lifesaving Sports Coaches. Assistant Lifesaving Sport Coaches will follow City of Orillia policies and procedures in delivering safe and inclusive training sessions to the OLT participants. Assistant Lifesaving Sport Coaches are responsible in supporting OLT coaches/ Head Coach with the safety supervision and well-being of all OLT participants. Assistant Lifesaving Sports Coaches will work with students to improve skills and abilities through implementation of training plans provided by the Head and/or coaches responsible for the classes or groups. Shifts include evenings and weekends and may be in pool and open water environments.

DUTIES

• Assit with in-water and/or land demonstrations, coaching and training of athletes to participate in Lifesaving Society Sport programs and in-house competitions.

• Build rapport and provide individualized coaching and activities designed to meet the needs of each participant based on training plan provided.

• Help prepare students for competitions and evaluations through understanding and practicing of competition rules and events.

• Create an inclusive and fair environment while effectively running practices.

• Establish a reliable and professional on-deck presence.

• Develop a deeper understanding of coaching and the humanitarian goal of Lifesaving Sport through voluntary attendance, participation or assistance at local meets and competitions.

• Assist and provide Head Coach with feedback on swimmer development and progress.

• Ensure that knowledge, skills, and qualifications are kept up to date

• Knowledge and understanding of swimming and lifesaving skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively with participants and parents.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Training experience or NCCP Coach certification in competitive swimming would be an asset.
• Lifesaving Sport (Orillia Lifesaving Team or other), Triathlon, Open Water Swimming, and Kayak Racing experience would be an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Previous leadership experience working with youth and adults.
• Reliable with a positive, responsible attitude.
• A current and acceptable Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sectors Check (CRC/VSC) is required for this position at the incumbent’s expense prior to the employment commencement date.
• Current LSS National Lifeguard Pool. (Waterfront option an asset).
• Standard First Aid with CPR –C (dated within 3 years).
• LSS Lifesaving Instructors.
• Lifesaving Sport Coach Level 1 is an asset.

Work hours may vary up to 10 hours per week including Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday evenings as well as Saturday mornings. In addition, competitions may be run during the daytime, evenings and weekends where coaches may be requested and scheduled to support athletes above and beyond regular scheduled shifts. Compensation for this position is $23.39 per hour. Interested applicants are invited to apply by August 26, 2025 at noon.

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Note: The City of Orillia is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free environment. Accommodation will be provided in all steps of the hiring process. Please advise the City of Orillia Human Resources Department if you require any accommodations to ensure you can participate fully and equally during the recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants that apply and advise that only those to be interviewed will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act 2001,S.O. 2001, c. 25., and will be used for the purpose of candidate selection. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Freedom of Information Coordinator, City of Orillia, 50 Andrew St. S., Orillia ON L3V 7T5.