The Municipality of Chatham-Kent has openings for the Aquatic Lifeguard/Instructor Student position for the summer of 2024. Applications will be accepted for a period up to June 28, 2024. Applications will only be kept on file until June 28, 2024. To be considered for the first round of interviews, applications must be received by March 8, 2024
Job description
The Aquatic Supervisor Student will ensure that programs are implemented, staff are scheduled and running according to the CK Recreation policies and aquatic procedures; assist in the delivery of our policies and procedures within the recreation department while serving our user base with a positive customer service approach.
Essential responsibilities
- Demonstrate Chatham-Kent’s core values and competencies
- Lead a team of students in a fast-paced and constantly changing environment
- Delivery of weekly staff training and ongoing staff evaluation
- Manage and maintain a team environment with staff, providing education and leadership
- Attend all aquatic training sessions/meetings
- Maintain qualifications and seek additional training opportunities
- Guard swims with an emphasis on incident prevention
- Provide instruction of Lifesaving Society Swim for Life program, Aqua Fitness; include safety education, skills development, endurance and enjoyment in all elements of instruction
- Ensure all lifesaving equipment is maintained, available and in proper working order to implement trained rescue procedures
- Perform high level of first aid/rescue techniques following all set emergency procedures
- Follow the policies and procedures in the CKRec Aquatic Manual
- Maintain a positive image with the public
- Assist with handling concerns from patrons and parents
- Assist in facilitating the pre-season training for all aquatic staff
- Participate and oversee the delivery and operation of programs and services
- Take the lead on activities and programs, modeling energy and enthusiasm
- Enforce pool rules consistently, tactfully and promptly
- Supervise and implement aquatic programs, modeling energy and enthusiasm
- Open, close and clean aquatic facility as scheduled
- Maintain an accurate daily pool log and incident reports, deposits, program participation, budget and evaluation records
- Assist in the completion of the final report and budget recommendations
- Work both indoors and outdoors, with afternoon, evening, and weekend hours
Essential qualifications
- Because of the responsibilities of this position, preference will be given to those students in their final year of high school or enrolled in post-secondary education, and possess one to two years of experience at a pool setting and who have shown initiative in taking a lead role at the pool
- Previous experience writing/giving staff/peer performance/job evaluations an asset
Certifications/memberships/licenses
- LSSC Swim Instructor certification
- Standard First Aid with CPR ‘C’ certification that meets WSIB regulations
- LSSC National Lifeguard – Pool or Red Cross Pool Lifeguard certification
- High Five: Principles of Healthy Child Development certification
- LSSC Lifesaving Instructor an asset
- CALA /Water Art Certification an asset
- LSSC Examiner Status an asset
COVID-19 Vaccination
The Municipality of Chatham-Kent no longer requires a COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment. Although it is not mandatory to be vaccinated, it is highly encouraged.
Driver’s license/vehicle requirements
Because this position would be required to travel, a valid Province of Ontario driver's licence with a reliable motor vehicle is preferred.
Background check requirements
Because of the environment this position will be working in, the successful candidate will be required to furnish an original Police Information Search (criminal reference check) (working with vulnerable persons) prior to commencement of employment;.
Essential physical and/or safety requirements
- Physical NLS standards or Red Cross Lifeguarding standards to be kept up through-out employment
- Maintenance (wearing proper footwear and PPE)
- Completion of Health & Safety Training for Supervisors
- Protecting self from the sun (sunscreen, hat and hydrating with water)
- Non - slip footwear (no crocs, spongy flip flops etc.) Easy to slip off or swim with
- Bending: frequent stopping, crouching (up to 22.73 kgs or 50 lbs – toys up to 13.64 kgs or 30 lbs – stairs or dock removals up to 22.73 or 50 lbs) (cleaning up equipment, getting in and out of the pool, bending, squatting or kneeling to speak to patrons lower than guard)
- Walking: frequent walking on level surface, balancing (scanning during a guard rotation, teaching on the deck)
- Sitting: frequent sitting in a chair (possibly over 30 minutes at a time) (guarding from lifeguard chair)
Benefits
The Aquatic Supervisor Student will receive free recerts, and free uniforms), as well as vacation and statutory benefits in accordance with Employment Standards Act.
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The Municipality of Chatham-Kent is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair and accessible employment practices that attract and retain talented employees in a workplace that is inclusive, supportive, and reflective of the diverse community we serve.
Should you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources & Organizational Development (HROD) at 519-360-1998. Applicant information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Privacy legislation and will be used strictly for the purpose of candidate selection.
