Intern/Mentor Lifeguard/Instructor I

5 days ago

West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada District of West Vancouver Full time $32,000 - $64,000 per year

(Swim Instructor Only – Casual)

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation, and arts amenities. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community.

The West Vancouver Community Services Department is currently seeking Casual Intern/Mentor Lifeguard/Instructor I (Swim Instructor only) to join our highly qualified team. The successful candidate will be responsible for lesson instruction for all age groups in swimming, including specialized areas. Additional responsibilities include performing basic maintenance functions and customer service.

The preferred candidate will possess:

  • Considerable knowledge of swimming instruction techniques;
  • Ability and experience as a swimmer;
  • Ability to instruct all age groups and classes of swimmers (infants to adults)
  • Ability to maintain required records;
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with the public in a variety of situations;

Required current Licenses and Certificates include:

  • Lifesaving Society Swim for Life Instructor

The successful candidate will be required to supply a police information check with vulnerable sector and a copy of their credentials. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Candidates must be available for the following:

  • Mandatory Wet Screening: Wednesday, November 5, from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
  • Virtual Dry Screening (15 minutes): Friday, November 14, between 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Successful applicants will also be required to attend mandatory staff orientations on:

  • Wednesday, December 17, from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m.
  • Sunday, December 21, from 8:00 – 11:30 a.m.

This position is expected to begin in late December 2025.

This posting does not list all the duties of the position, nor does it fully detail the required skills, knowledge and abilities, licences and certificates required of candidates. For details please refer to the class specification which is available for inspection on WestNet or contact Human Resources to request a copy.

Position Status:

Union (WVMEA) – Casual

Hours of Work:

Hours and days of work may vary

Rate of Pay:

$26.85 per hour plus 14% in lieu of benefits

Closing Date:

Thursday. October 30, 2025 at 11:59 p.m.

To Apply:

Please visit the District of West Vancouver's Career Centre at to apply for this position.

We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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If you have any questions please contact us

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