Leadhand - Lifeguard
Competition Number: 25/99
Posting Scope: Internal (Open to current City of Victoria employees only)
Posted Date: May 27, 2025
Closing Date: June 3, 2025, 4:30 PM PST
Department: Parks, Recreation & Facilities
Posting Type: Maternity/Parental Leave Replacement – up to 18 months
Work schedule: Monday to Sunday (shifts vary seasonally)
(minimum of 17.5 hours per week)
Salary: $ 32.09 per hour, Pay Grade 4
Job Code: 4007
Employee Group: This is a CUPE Local 50 position
Number of Vacancies: 1
POSITION FUNCTION
Coordinate and participate in lifeguard functions to ensure the safety of patrons using the Crystal Pool and Fitness Centre.
KEY DUTIES
Coordinate, review and participate in the work of approximately 3 FTE lifeguard/instructor staff; ensure procedures and established performance and safety standards are met; provide input to employee performance appraisals; assist with in-house training sessions; complete time sheets.
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.
Provide information to pool patrons regarding rules, hours of operation or other available services; complete incident and first aid reports.
Prepare pool for public use and ensure that all facilities are operational; set up pool for various functions such as swim meets and public swims.
Perform swim lesson administrative duties such as preparing class lists, ensuring accurate completion of instructor worksheets and recording of course grades.
Perform related duties where qualified.
INDEPENDENCE
Work is assigned by supervisor and reviewed while in progress.
Problems such as changes to pool set up are referred to supervisor.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Effort:
Lift and move heavy equipment. (rare)
Stand and walk on pool deck. (often)
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. (premium item)
KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Understand and apply principles of water rescue and first aid.
Basic level operation of a personal computer.
Complete forms accurately.
Supervise a small staff.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner.
Work Safely on jobsite.
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 Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI). (37 hours)
Required to obtain criminal record clearance.
Experience:
1 year of related experience, including experience providing instruction/leadership to others.
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.