Position: Lifeguard

Department: Athletics

Reports to: Head of Aquatics

Starting date: ASAP

Salary: $21.20 - $25.00 per hour

St. George’s School is seeking lifeguards to work various part time shifts.

• Pool opening hours: 5:15am - 10:00pm.
• Shifts range from short 3-4hr to 8hr, mornings, daytimes, and evenings.
• Weekdays and some weekends
• Starting ASAP, either on a short-term or long-term basis.

Qualifications will include:

• Minimum two years full time lifeguard experience, with knowledge and practice of lifesaving, lifeguarding, and first aid.
• National Lifeguard Service (pool option), CPR Level C, and Standard First Aid Certification.
• WHIMS, Pool Operator, or other Aquatic operations related certification not required but considered an asset.
• WSI or other Aquatic teaching certifications are considered an asset.
• Sound knowledge of the rules and regulations governing safety in an indoor aquatic facility.
• Demonstrated ability to handle a variety of customer service situations in an aquatic facility.
• Ability to make appropriate decisions in an emergency situation.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively.
• Reliable and responsible, with proven ability to use good judgment.
• Ideal candidate will enjoy working in a school environment.
• Key competencies and EQ in the following areas: self-awareness, self-management, empathy, social expertness, initiative, and accountability.

Responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring the safety of swimmers and guests using the pool during all Junior and Senior School aquatics classes, practices, special sessions, staff swims, and user group rental bookings.
• Performing all levels of first aid as needed from simple minor issues through to managing major emergencies.
• Following Pool Operations and Safety manual guidelines.
• Performing and recording pool chemistry water tests.
• Assisting with regular daily light maintenance, cleaning and related work as needed and directed by the Head of Aquatics.
• Maintains an ‘eyes and ears’ approach to overseeing the entire pool facility as the primary and often solo guard.
• Potential to assist with pool operations duties and/or teaching assistance pending qualifications.

Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume to: careers@stgeorges.bc.ca

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Posted On

June 24, 2026 09:00 PM PST/PDT

Closing Date & Time

Ongoing

Openings

2

Job Type

Part Time, Occasional

Job Category

ECE, EA and Support Staff

City

Vancouver

School/Location

St. George's School

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Salary

$21.20 - $25.00 per hour

Employment Start Date

Start Immediately

Mandatory Document

• Resume

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