Lifeguard (Fall 2024)

1 month ago

Markham ON, Canada Markham Full time

The City of Markham is proud to be recognized for the 4 th consecutive year as one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes and Statista Inc. In 2024, the City of Markham is ranked the top city in Ontario and in the top 10 for Government Services. The recipient of multiple environmental awards, we are recognized for our innovative sustainability and urban planning initiatives as well as our fiscal accountability. More than 357,000 residents call Markham home and benefit from our rich heritage, culturally diverse environment, vibrant local economy and focus on quality of life.

Applications are now being accepted for the Fall 2024 Lifeguard position in the Recreation Department, Community Services Commission. To apply for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume online by August 15, 2024.

Job Summary:

Enjoy a positive and rewarding work environment with flexible scheduling options as you share your enthusiasm for aquatics. The City of Markham has a variety of lifeguarding opportunities available to qualified youth and adults at its facilities across the City. Work close to home, build your confidence and leadership skills and stay active and fit doing something you love.

Responsibilities:

As a Lifeguard for the City of Markham Recreation Services Department, your primary role will be to maintain the safety of people using our swimming pool area. Specifically, you will:

  • Provide excellent customer service and encourage pool users to practice safe and enjoyable swimming. 
  • Patrol and observe the swimming pool area ensuring pool rules are being adhered to. 
  • Check rescue equipment and discuss scanning approach with team. 
  • Ensure correct patron-to-lifeguard ratios are met at all times. 
  • Apply basic life support and first aid as required. 
  • Complete pool deck set-up and clean-up. 
  • Perform minor maintenance and cleaning. 
  • Know emergency procedures. 
  • Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work well with other staff. 

Requirements:

In addition to being at least 15 years old, you have the following required current qualifications:

  • Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard. 
  • Lifesaving Society Standard First Aid with CPR C
  • Lifesaving Society Airway Management. 

Core Behaviours:

  • Service Excellence: Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with customers in the community and in the organization. 
  • Change & Innovation: Responds positively and professionally to change and helps others through change. 
  • Teamwork & Relationship Building: Interacts with others in an inclusive, collaborative and respectful way that creates effective working relationships. 
  • Communication: Communicates in a clear, professional and respectful way; demonstrates active listening. 
  • Accountable & Results Oriented: Demonstrates ethical behaviour and accountability, aligns with City values, and abides by relevant policies and legislation. 
  • Management & Leadership:  Demonstrates self-management, professionalism and engagement; leads by example. 

* Please include your Lifesaving ID number on your resume. Certifications that will expire during your work term must be re-certified prior to your start date. If you are registered for an applicable course, please list it on your resume along with the registration dates.

*All applicants are required to submit a valid Vulnerable Sector Check, (completed within 6 months) upon hiring.

Note:  All qualifications must be current from the beginning to the last day of each session. Qualifications that are due to expire during a session must be re-certified prior to the start of the season and staff will be required to provide proof of registration for the re-certification.

The City of Markham is committed to inclusive, accessible and barrier free employment practices and to creating a workplace that reflects and supports the diversity of the community we serve. Please let us know if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to ensure a barrier free hiring process.

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