Lifeguard (Casual, On-Call)

JOB POSTING 

Lifeguard (Casual, On-Call) 

The District of Sparwood has an excellent employment opportunity for an enthusiastic, highly motivated individual to join the Community Services team in the role of a Casual, On-Call Lifeguard.  This individual will be working as part of a cooperative team ensuring the safety of pool users as well as maintaining day-to-day cleanliness of the pool and surrounding areas.

The core job duties include:

• Monitors aquatic activities, ensures adherence and enforcement of pool rules and safety regulations


• Supervises and ensures the safety of pool users in accordance with established safety and health guidelines


• Conducts basic water tests and makes appropriate adjustments as required


• Inspects and cleans pool and aquatic center facilities such as change rooms, lockers, etc.


• Provides custodial/cleaning and minor maintenance service and ensures safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards are maintained

The ideal candidate will have:

• Ability to work with the public in a positive and effective manner


• Ability to educate the public on facility rules and affect discipline in a positive manner


• Be able to perform labor-intensive tasks


• Demonstrated ability to be a leader


• Has exceptional customer service skills
  

Required Certifications 

• National Lifeguard Certification- Required


• Standard First Aid with CPR Level ‘C’ and AED (intermediate)- Required


• AMOA- Airway Management Oxygen Administration -Preferred 
  

Salary:  The hourly wage rate is $25.45/hour as per the current Collective Agreement. This position is a unionized position under CUPE local 2698.

Apply Now! Closing date for applications is open until filled. To  apply, click on the link to submit your resume and cover letter online. Please note, as part of the interview process, shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in a practical portion of the interview at the District of Sparwood's Leisure Centre. 

Qualified applicants who are offered and accept the position may be required to complete a satisfactory pre-employment background check.  This may consist of all or a combination of the following: Canadian criminal record check, an employment verification and/or an education and accreditation verification, and a clean driver's abstract.

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary

Reporting to the Aquatics Supervisor, lifeguards are responsible for the safe supervision of the public in the aquatics center. The incumbent will supervise and ensure the safety of pool users in accordance with established safety guidelines, providing lifesaving skills including first aid, resuscitation and other emergency revival techniques as required. In addition, lifeguards plan, organize, and lead special events within the pool area as assigned, and ensure proper day to day maintenance and cleanliness of the pool and surrounding areas. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitors aquatic activities, ensures adherence and enforcement of pool rules and safety regulations


• Supervises and ensures the safety of pool users in accordance with established safety and health guidelines


• Conducts basic water tests and makes appropriate adjustments as required


• Inspects and cleans pool and aquatic center facilities such as change rooms, lockers, etc.


• Provides custodial/cleaning and minor maintenance service and ensures safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards are maintained


• Provides information to and assists the public with facility & program information


• Performs routine cashier duties and other related duties as may be assigned


• Plans, organizes and leads events and activities as assigned


• Performs other duties as assigned
  

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work with the public in a positive and effective manner


• Ability to educate the public on facility rules and affect discipline in a positive manner


• Be able to perform labor-intensive tasks


• Demonstrated ability to be a leader


• Has exceptional customer service skills

Required Certifications 

• National Lifeguard Certification- Required


• Standard First Aid with CPR Level ‘C’ and AED (intermediate)- Required


• AMOA- Airway Management Oxygen Administration- Preferred 

Other Certifications and Qualifications

• Water Safety Instructor (Lifesaving Society Swim for Life Instructor Certificate)


• Pool Operator Level


• Life Saving Instructor


• Fitness knowledge and Fitness Instruction certification, considered an asset