##Employment Status

Union - CUPE Local 402 - Auxiliary

##Scope

The City of Surrey's Recreation Division is committed to build healthy communities where all individuals are active and engaged for life. As part of that commitment, we're looking for Lifeguards / Swim Instructors to help ensure the community can enjoy our facilities in a safe and comfortable environment.

This position encompasses both lifeguarding and swim Instructing. Our Lifeguards/Swim Instructors supervise the safety of swimmers in our facilities and provide exceptional customer service, high-quality learn-to-swim instruction and fun and interactive public swim programming. We are looking for responsible individuals who lead by example and:

• Prioritize safety and deliver exceptional customer service
• Value diversity and inclusion
• Thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Are motivated and adaptable
• Are committed to continuous learning and ongoing skill development
• Demonstrate professionalism and integrity

##Responsibilities

• Develop and teach high-quality swim lesson programs for participants of all ages
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date progress sheets and participant records including evaluations
• Performs lifeguarding duties in according to Provincial regulations and Surrey's guidelines
• Monitor patron activities, enforce safety regulations, maintain order in the pool and deck areas
• Provide First Aid treatment
• Help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment
• Demonstrate appropriate behaviours in line with our City values
• Performs other related duties as required

##Qualifications

Completion of Grade 10 at time of application plus formal Lifeguard and Swim Instructor training

Current Certificates in the following:

• Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor (SI)
• National Lifeguard - Pool Option (NL)
• Standard First Aid with CPR C and AED (Intermediate First Aid)

Meets the requirements to be a lifeguard under the BC Public Health Act Pool Regulations.

Candidates must successfully complete a rigorous screening process, including:

• Physical standards testing
• First aid diagnostic and treatment
• National Lifeguard standards
• Swim For Life instructing skill

Applicants must provide valid certificates at the time of application. In addition, proof of awards and documentation confirming completion of Grade 10 must be uploaded with the application. Applications missing any of these required documentsmaynot be considered.

##Other Information

Number of Job Openings: 20

Pay Grade: Schedule D

Hourly Rate: $25.85 (2024 rate)

Accepting Applications

March 13th - 29th, 2026

Physical Standards Testing

April 10th, 2026

Practice Session**(Highly recommended ¿ spots limited)**

April 17th, 2026

Wet Skills Screen Testing

April 24th, 2026

Interviews

May 1st (PRO-D-DAY)

• Participation in all stages of the recruitment process is mandatory
• If you are unable to attend a session or need to withdraw your application, please notify us at [email protected]
• Applicants who fail to attend any stage of the recruitment process without prior notice may not be considered for future opportunities
• Applicants who fail at any stage in the recruitment process, must sit out for the next posting.
• To meet operational needs, the successful candidates may be placed at any of the City of Surrey's Indoor pools.

Internal applicants will be screened based on the qualifications listed in the class specification.

##Conditions of Employment

This position requires completion of a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check.

Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

##Closing Date

This job will be posted until March 29, 2026.

##Our Values

Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community