Aquatic Assistant

Job Details Temporary Full Time (CUPE 1329T) Posting Status Open to all current Town of Oakville employees and external applicants Duration Approximately 15-months Temporary Vacancy Reason Leave of absence Closing Date Applications for this position must be received at by no later than 11:59pm on August 31, 2026 Internal secondment applications are welcome. Please note, however, that members of management will not be considered for secondments into bargaining unit positions. This job posting is for an existing vacancy and therefore will be filled accordingly. Job Responsibilities Management of programs and services operation standards. Ability to supervise and mentor part time staff and/or volunteers. Demonstrated experience and knowledge of HIGH FIVE standards. Demonstrated knowledge of health and safety and risk management skills. Understanding of municipal practices and the budgeting process. Familiar with Town of Oakville policies, procedures, and guidelines pertaining to all aquatic programs and operation Understanding of partnerships and community engagement experience. Ability to manage multiple tasks and work with limited supervision. Demonstrated computer knowledge. Proven customer service excellence. Must be available to fulfill work schedule as contracted including evening and weekend hours and should be flexible regarding changes to schedules to meet program demands. May be assigned to various locations to meet program demands or to instruct swimming lessons and lifeguard as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Current within 2 years: LSS Swim & Lifesaving Instructor LSS Emergency First Aid instructor LSS National Lifeguard Service Award Current Intermediate First Aid with CPR C and AED (formerly Standard First Aid with CPR C) from a WSIB-approved provider, issued within the last three (3) years and valid throughout the term of employment. LSS Aquatic Supervisory Training LSS Examiner Status (to Bronze Cross) Other Awards Specialized Instructor Certifications and/or Trainer status including National Lifeguard Instructor/Examiner, Standard First Aid Instructor/Examiner, and Instructor Trainer. Waterfit Instructor is considered an asset. Certified Pool Operator Certification. HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Childhood Development. HIGH FIVE Quest 2 evaluation tool. Additional Qualifications Completion of a minimum 2-year College Diploma plus supplementary courses in Recreation or a related discipline. Two years aquatic supervisory experience and three years aquatic instructional experience are desirable. Successful candidates, who are new hires and/or who have not performed in this position previously will be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check, with vulnerable sector screening, dated within the last 30 days as a condition of employment. DATED: August 18, 2026 The Town’s recruitment software includes elements of artificial intelligence to assist in the screening and short-listing of qualified candidates. This job profile reflects the general requirements necessary to perform the principal functions of the job. This does not include all of the work requirements of the job. Applicants are required to demonstrate through their application and in the interview process that their qualifications match those specified. The minimum threshold score for the interview is 75%. We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Manage aquatic program operation standards and supervise part-time staff and volunteers. Ensure health, safety, and risk management protocols are followed while delivering customer service excellence.

Requires a minimum 2-year College Diploma in Recreation or a related field and various LSS certifications including Lifeguard and Instructor awards. Desirable experience includes two years of aquatic supervision and three years of instructional experience.

• Customer servicePreferred

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• Aquatic Supervision
• Lifeguarding
• Swim Instruction
• Risk Management
• Staff Mentoring
• Budgeting
• Customer Service
• Health and Safety
• Program Management
• Community Engagement
• Computer Literacy
• Pool Operation

• Sports & Recreation
• Government & Public Sector
• Security & Safety
• Management & Leadership
• Administrative

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 17, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level