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Instructor Guard

Fort Saskatchewan, AB
$24 - $27/hour
Mid Level

About the role

Job Number:

J0825-0398

Job Type:

Casual

Employee Group:

Union Local CUPE 30

Job Category:

Aquatics

Open Positions:

3

Date Posted:

August 14, 2025

Closing Date:

August 27, 2025

Salary:

$24.89 - $27.36/Hour

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Position Summary

Reporting to the Aquatics Program Coordinator, the Instructor/Guard is a dynamic individual who possesses enthusiasm and experience to ensure the ongoing safety of our patrons, and to provide professional instruction in a variety of aquatic activities at Harbour Pool.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain minimum qualifications (Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor (and their prerequisites), Standard First Aid / AEC, and National Lifeguard) – a copy of all current awards must accompany application.
  • Pool Operators, LSI, Lifesaving Society Trainer, First Aid / AEC Instructor would be considered assets.
  • Lifeguard, instruct and perform maintenance tasks as required.
  • Prevent injuries by providing public education, enforcing safety rules and regulations, and responding appropriately in the event of an emergency.
  • Ensure that aquatics center is clean and safe by completing required maintenance tasks.
  • Maintain a positive work attitude, creating a professional and positive image when dealing with the public.
  • Ability to organize, set priorities and complete multiple tasks, while being adaptable to last minute changes.
  • Provide exceptional customer service to team and patrons.
  • Attend mandatory training sessions throughout the year.
  • Assist with various other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must be available to work varying morning, mid-day, evening and weekend shifts, between the hours of 5:30 a.m. – 10:45 p.m. Preference will be given to candidates with two or more years of Instructor/Guard experience.

This position is within the scope of C.U.P.E. Local 30, and as such, you will be required to adhere to the articles contained within the Collective Agreement. A Police Information Check with a Vulnerable Sector Check will be required upon hire.

Additional qualifications may increase the salary range

Hours of Work: The number of hours of work per week may vary and cannot be forecasted.

Fort Saskatchewan, home to nearly 30,000 people, is a vibrant economic and cultural hub located in Treaty 6 Territory and Métis Nation of Alberta District 11, just 15 minutes northeast of Edmonton. The City of Fort Saskatchewan proudly manages recreation, culture and historic amenities including a performing arts theatre and a fitness centre within the Dow Centennial Centre and the historic 1875 - 1885 NWMP Fort Representation in the heart of downtown. Located on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River, Fort Saskatchewan boasts more than 80 km of paved trails along with many natural areas for residents to explore. As a City, we believe in diversity and inclusion and are working toward creating a city where all residents are respected and have a sense of belonging.

The City of Fort Saskatchewan thanks all applicants for their interest and advises those applicants under consideration will be contacted.

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About City of Fort Saskatchewan

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The City of Fort Saskatchewan is a vibrant economic and cultural hub located just 15 minutes northeast of Edmonton on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River.

Home to more than 20,000 people, the City proudly manages state of the art recreation, culture and historic amenities including 50 km of outdoor trails, a performing arts theatre and fitness centre within the Dow Centennial Centre and the 1875 – 1885 NWMP Fort Representation in historic downtown.

OUR CORE VALUES Our commitment to each other and our citizens …

RESPECT

  • We treat others as we want to be treated, and value ideas and contributions.
  • We work together to ensure our safety and well-being.
  • We embrace sustainability so future generations can meet their needs.

INTEGRITY

  • We earn trust and behave ethically.
  • We are honest in all our interactions.
  • We take responsibility for our actions, and follow through on our promises.

SERVICE

  • We strive to serve our community equitably, and with enthusiasm.
  • We commit to deliver quality service.
  • We believe volunteerism is foundational to our community.

EXCELLENCE

  • We forge a culture of strong communication and continuous improvement.
  • We have a collective determination that what we do, we do well.
  • We are innovative, results driven, and adaptable.