Aquatic Leader

3 weeks ago

Vancouver, Canada The City of Vancouver Full time

**Requisition ID**:37709

**Company**

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable cities and is working towards being the greenest city in the world. Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, decolonization, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

**Main Purpose & Function**

**Specific Duties & Responsibilities**

The responsibilities of this role include ensuring the safety of swimmers and other patrons, ensuring that participants have an enjoyable recreation experience in the facility, providing assistance to participants and staff at the fitness and community centre, providing coverage for the cashier, supervising the auxiliary staff and other related duties as required.

**Qualifications**

Education and Experience:

- Completion of high school supplemented by training courses related to the work and sound experience as a lifeguard and swim instructor, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
- Current Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor (SI) certification
- Current Lifesaving Society Instructor (LSI) certification
- Current Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard Service (NL) - Pool Option certification
- Current CPR "C" certification (or equivalent)
- Current Standard First Aid certification (or equivalent)
- BCRPA Water Fit certification preferred
- OFA Level II certification preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

- Sound knowledge of both theory and practice of swimming instruction, lifesaving, lifeguarding, aquatic fitness, first aid, and specialized instruction for people with disabilities
- Considerable knowledge of the hazards, related precautions, and safety regulations related to the work
- Working knowledge of pool chemistry, water filtration, chlorination and related pool equipment and procedures, including basic trouble-shooting and situational management
- Ability to instruct all age groups and swim classes at various competency levels including life saving programs
- Ability to develop instruction programs for varied levels of swimmers and to organize and lead staff in service training
- Sound knowledge of teaching methods and group leadership techniques emphasizing instruction in water safety and aquatic skills
- Working knowledge of the principles and practices involved in the implementation, evaluation, organization and delivery of instructional and recreational aquatic programs
- Ability to direct, check and participate in the work of staff engaged in aquatic instruction, lifeguarding, maintenance, custodial, and cashiering/clerical tasks
- Ability to assist in the training and evaluating work of staff engaged in aquatic services
- Ability to examine and mark swimmers for proficiency and to maintain related class records
- Ability to establish and maintain effective and courteous working relations with staff, public and user groups
- Ability to work varied hours, including evening and weekend shifts

A Police Record Check is a requirement of this position. A clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position.

The City’s COVID-19 vaccination policy is currently suspended and as a result, vaccination against COVID-19 is not required at this time. However, should circumstances change and the City deem it necessary to re-introduce such policy, you may be required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be eligible to continue performing your duties.

**Business Unit/Department**:Board of Parks & Recreation (1400)

**Affiliation**:CUPE 15 Parks

**Employment Type**:Regular Part Time

**Position Start Date**:March, 2023

**Salary Information**:Pay Grade GR-016: $27.98 to $32.87 per hour

**Number of Positions**: 2

**Application Close: February 10, 2023**

At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process._ _Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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