Aquatic Team Lead - Courtenay, Canada - City of Courtenay

City of Courtenay

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Courtenay, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Competition Number: 24017

Job Title:
Aquatic Team Lead

Department:
Recreation, Culture & Community Services

Employment Type:
Temporary Exempt Position

Salary:
$24.25 per hour

Posted Date:
February 15, 2024, 12:00 am

Closing Date:
March 10, 2024, 11:30 pm

Last Modified:
February 15, 2024, 3:45 pm

Posting:
Open

Status:
Interviews may be initiated prior to closing

Description:

In addition to carrying out all the duties of a Lifeguard/Instructor the Aquatic Team Lead is responsible for providing instruction, managing, and directing Lifeguards/Instructors during tasks and training sessions.

This role also includes overseeing/Instructing Swim for Life lessons. Additionally, ensuring the safety of all patrons, performing maintenance and janitorial tasks within and around the pool area.

The Team Lead/Instructor takes on responsibilities in the absence of the Aquatic Supervisor, working a variety of shifts, including days, mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and may include split shifts.

Minimum Requirements:

Current Lifesaving Society Swim for Life Instructor Certification
Current National Lifeguard (Pool Option)
Current Standard First Aid, CPR C & AED
Satisfactory Criminal Record Clearance
Minimum 3 years lifeguarding/instructing experience
Staff supervisory experience preferred
Knowledge of pool programming, pool chemistry and pool mechanics
Knowledge of Health Act, WHMIS and WCB regulations
Strong focus on teamwork
Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, timemanagement, conflict

- resolution, and problem-solving skills

Leadership skills and abilities to provide and promote positive values and recreational benefits
Ability to train and mentor other lifeguards/instructors
Ability to prepare lesson plans, instruct and evaluate participants in a group setting.
Ability to accurately count money and reconcile cash totals
Ability to deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner and work effectively and efficiently with other staff
Physical ability to perform rescues of pool patrons and all lifeguards related duties safely and proficiently, in accordance with NL standards

Complimentary:

Current Aquafit Certification or BCRPA Fitness Instructor recommended
Current Lifesaving Instructor certification recommended
Pool Operators 1

Wage is $24.25 per hour. These positions are available mid-May until August 31, 2024. Ability to work days, mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays and split shifts.

Interviews may be initiated prior to closing date of posting. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those short listed will be contacted.