Aquatic Assistant - Oakville, Canada - Town of Oakville

Town of Oakville

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Oakville, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Details:

Temporary Full Time CUPE1329T

Posting Status:

Open to current Town of Oakville employees and external applicants

Closing Date:

Applications for this position must be received at by no later than 11:59 pm on May 13, 2024.

Reason for Backfill:

Leave of Absence

Responsibilities of the Aquatic Assistant position include assisting the Aquatic Coordinator with program planning and delivery, safety supervision and risk management, staff management, budget management, administration, community engagement and facility operations.

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
Standard First Aid, CPR 'C' and AED
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.

DATED:
May 7, 2024

_ _We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.