Lifeguards and Swim Instructors (Part-time)

Location

Niagara Falls, ON | Canada

Job description

POSITION VACANCY

Call Number: 2024-25 Position: Lifeguard(s) & Swim Instructor(s) Type of Vacancy: Summer (32-40 hours per week) Year-round (part-time up to 32 hours per week) Work Schedule: Hours varied, include evenings and weekends Hourly Rate: $20.46 per hour (Lifeguard)
$21.48 per hour (Swim Instructor) Posting Date: February 12, 2024 Closing Date: December 31, 2024 (ongoing acceptance) The City of Niagara Falls is hiring students to work as Lifeguards and Swim Instructors at City pools during the summer months and the indoor pool at the MacBain Aquatic Centre part time, year-round.

To be eligible to apply for the Lifeguard summer student position candidates must be at least 16 years of age and provide proof of returning to school full-time in the fall. Lifeguards and Swim Instructors working at the indoor pool do not have to be full-time students.

LIFEGUARDS:  Ensure the overall safety of the public attending aquatic facilities, including the prevention of accidents and the treatment of injuries.  Maintain the cleanliness of the pool and surrounding areas.  Maintain records and assist with special events.

Qualifications:  Current certification in National Lifeguard Service (pool option) and Standard First Aid & C.P.R. > C=
(re-certification courses are available to successful candidates through the City of Niagara Falls, employment conditions may apply)

SWIM INSTRUCTORS:  Responsible for developing program and lesson plans for swimming instruction at all levels.  Lead group swim lessons to all ages and ability levels.  Evaluate students' performance, maintain records of performance and attendance as well as liaise with parents and children on instruction progress.  Ensure compliance with safety and pool hygiene procedures and deal with patrons' questions and concerns regarding swimming lessons.

Qualifications:  Current certification in National Lifeguard Service (pool option) and Standard First Aid & CPR ‘C’  Current LSS Swim Instructor  LSS Life Saving Instructor is an assetCONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:  An appointment to the position is conditional on receiving an acceptable Police Vulnerable Sector Check for candidates over the age of 18. Successful candidates will be eligible for reimbursement for the cost of the Police Vulnerable Sector Check after successfully completing the probationary period. TO APPLY:

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Applications must be submitted online and will be accepted throughout the year. The City of Niagara Falls is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. Upon request, the City will accommodate the accessibility needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment, selection, and interview process. Personal information is collected under the authority of The Municipal Act and will only be used to determine suitability for this position. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those advancing through the selection process will be contacted.

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$20.46 - $21.48 per hour