Supervisor of Aquatics and Recreation Services

**Position Overview**:
The Aquatics, Recreation and Community Programs Supervisor is responsible for the safe, effective, and efficient delivery of aquatics, sport and recreation and community programs and services at the Niagara Falls Centre. The position is accountable to the Aquatics, Recreation and Community Programs Manager.

This is a full-time, hourly position with compensation between $22.71-$23.71/hour. It requires at least two years’ experience in programs and leadership and a post-secondary diploma/degree in child and youth, sports and recreation or related field. Experience in budgeting and facility management is an asset.

**Qualifications**:

- Current Police Clearance with Vulnerable Sector Screen that is obtained within the last 6 months - only required if over the age of 18 (Note: there is currently a 6-8 week delay in processing with the Niagara Regional Police)
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C
- National Lifeguard certification
- Lifesaving Swim Instructor certification
- Experience working directly with children and/or delivering children’s programming
- Must provide immunization records
- A valid driver’s license and access to personal vehicle
- HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development (can obtain after hire)
- Food Handler’s certification (can obtain after hire)
- Working knowledge of applicable legislation is an asset
- Certified Pool Operator is an asset

**Duties and Responsibilities**:
Deliverables include but are not exclusive to:

- Provide customer service, addressing customer concerns.
- Ensure schedules are consistent with annual project plans including length of class, length of session and number of participants accommodated.
- Ensure programs and services are delivered in accordance with organization’s program standards and meet standards of governing bodies, including but not exclusive to Lifesaving Society and applicable provincial sport organizations.
- Ensure course curriculum and supplies are available on site for each program/service delivered.
- Ensure children’s programs and services are delivered in accordance with HIGH FIVE’s Principles of Healthy Child Development.
- Collect and report accurate attendance and participation data monthly.
- Program employees are trained and supervised in practices in connection with health and wellness.
- Facilities and equipment are clean and in good repair;
- Aquatics and Community Centre opening and closing checklists are completed and documented.
- Perform the duties of the Building Supervisor.

**Why Work at the BGC Niagara?**

As part of Canada’s largest child and youth-serving agency, BGC Niagara is a charitable, community-supported organization dedicated to helping children and youth reach their full potential.

Since 1960, the BGC Niagara has provided a broad spectrum of services for children and youth 0 - 24 years of age, including food, shelter, transportation, childcare, aquatics, recreation, physical activity, leadership, and life skill programs.

Today, BGC Niagara serves vulnerable children and youth across the Niagara Region. As a leading provider of quality programs for children and youth, BGC Niagara offers transformative experiences that are accessible, reliable, and open to all, with a focus on providing safe places where kids can develop confidence, gain skills, and experience success.

BGC Niagara is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environment. We will accommodate the needs of the applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Department to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Pay: $22.71-$23.71 per hour

Licence/Certification:

- National Lifeguard certification (required)
- Lifesaving Swim Instructor certification (required)
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C (required)
- driver’s license and access to personal vehicle (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-01-20