Lifeguard/Instructor
Competition Number: 25/92
Posting Scope: Internal (Open to current City of Victoria employees only)
Posted Date: May 8, 2025
Closing Date: May 15, 2025, 4:30 PM PST
Department: Parks, Recreation & Facilities
Posting Type: Continuous (Regular Part-Time)
Work schedule: Wednesday to Sunday (changes seasonally)
(17.5-hour work week)
Salary: $ 31.51 per hour, Pay Grade 3
Job Code: 4454
Employee Group: This is a CUPE Local 50 position
Number of Vacancies: 1
POSITION FUNCTION
Perform lifeguard duties and swim instruction to promote aquatic skills and ensure the safety of patrons using the Crystal Pool and Fitness Centre.
KEY DUTIES
Monitor patrons at the Crystal Pool and Fitness Centre; render assistance to swimmers in distress; provide first aid as required; ensure adherence to pool policies.
Set up swimming pool for various functions such as swim meets and public swims, wash and clean pool area and lifeguard room.
Organize and prepare swimming lessons for participants; prepare lesson plans, instruct classes, and evaluate students; ensure safety standards and policies are maintained.
Provide information to pool patrons regarding rules, hours of operation or other available services; respond to enquiries from the public and staff regarding progress, discipline problems and concerns; complete incident and first aid reports; maintain records such as progress updates and attendance.
Perform related duties where qualified.
INDEPENDENCE
Work is assigned by supervisor and reviewed while in progress.
Issues such as class size, additional staff requirements and repairs or replacement of equipment are referred to supervisor.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Effort:
Lift and move heavy equipment. (rare)
Stand and walk on pool deck. (often)
Swim. (frequent)
Mental Effort:
Short periods of intense concentration while working on pool deck. (frequent)
Visual/Auditory Effort:
Normal.
Work Environment:
Aquatic recreation facility.
Work irregular hours.
KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Understand and apply the techniques of water rescue and first aid.
Instruct students in proper swim techniques.
Complete forms accurately.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner.
Work safely on job site.
QUALIFICATIONS
Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification:
Grade 10.
Current Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard Service (Pool Option) Certification (NLS). (44 hours)
Current Standard First Aid Certification (SFA). (16 hours)
Annual C.P.R. Level C Certification (CPR-C). (8 hours)
Current Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor Certification (40 hours)
Required to obtain criminal record clearance.
Experience:
1 year of related experience.
or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
OTHER:
May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.
To apply for this opportunity, you will need to create an online profile or log back into our career portal at www.victoria.ca/jobs - only online submissions will be considered. All applications must be submitted online by 4:30 pm on the closing date noted on the posting. Please be prepared to provide proof of qualifications as outlined in your resume.
The City of Victoria is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become. Individuals who are Indigenous, racialized, immigrants, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+, or facing any additional barriers are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be available upon request throughout the application and selection process.
If you require assistance, please email us at careers@victoria.ca.