Competition Number

26053

Department

Recreation, Culture and Community Services

Employment Type

Program Instructor

Salary

$30 to $40 per hours + an additional 12.4% in lieu.

Posting Date

May 14, 2026 - 12:00pm

Closing Date

July 31, 2026 - 11:30pm

Posting

Open

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 .

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.