- Grade 12 or equivalent – Minimum 18 years of age
- Possession of the following current certifications – ability to renew qualifications annually or as required by supervisor
- National Lifeguard Certificate - Pool Option
- National Lifeguard Certificate - Water Park Option (Collicutt Centre)
- Intermediate First Aid/CPR Basic Rescuer (level C CPR)
- Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor
- Lifesaving Instructor (LSI) with CPR Instructor/Examiner
- *Aquatic Fitness Instructor (preference will be given to those who have this)
- *National Lifeguard Instructor/Examiner
- *Lifesaving Society Swim Trainer
- *Intermediate First Aid Instructor
- A minimum of two years Lifeguarding experience.
- A minimum of two years instructing advanced aquatic programs (Lifesaving Courses)
- Ability to exert physical effort demanded by swimming, pulling patrons from the water, and cleaning.
- Ability to handle public relations responsibilities effectively and thoroughly and to be firm and tactful in maintaining aquatic discipline and to respond calmly to emergencies.
- Ability to maintain continuous alertness and attention when lifeguarding and to recognize potential problems.
- Exceptional customer service skills.
- Demonstrated high level of verbal, written, and listening skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with all co-workers, customers (Internal & External), and supervisors.
- Ability to perform all duties in full view of the public, and maintain various guarding positions for long periods of time.
- Ability to work in conditions which may be noisy and mildly unpleasant.
- Ability to work shifts.
- Commitment to corporate RISE principles.
Advanced Lifeguard Instructor Leader 1 - Red Deer, Canada - City of Red Deer
Description
The Opportunity:
The Advanced Lifeguard Instructor Leader 1 is responsible for ensuring the safety of aquatic patrons, providing on deck leadership and support to aquatic team members, ensuring effective instruction of programs and maintaining a safe, clean and enjoyable facility. This position must have minimum two years oflifeguarding experience to be considered, a current lifesaving instructorcertificate and have experience teaching lifesaving programs.
As our preferred candidate, you will have:
-*Water Park Option (GH Dawe Centre)
Desirable
Affiliation:
Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 417
Remuneration:
$27.83 to $29.47 per hour.
Hours of Work:
40 hours biweekly as scheduled. May include weekdays, weekends, early mornings and evening shifts as aquatic facility needs require.
Additional Information:
The term of these positions is anticipated to be approximately 12-14 months.
We thank you for your application. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.