Lifeguard (ID: 48349)

With a focus on the City of Edmonton’s Cultural Commitments to Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, you will:

Lifeguard, safeguard and supervise customers using the facility
React to emergent situations and perform first aid as needed
Prepare and submit administrative reports
Check and regulate chemical feed equipment
Take and record water test results
Direct and perform maintenance duties
Provide quality customer service to facility patrons
Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications:

Minimum of 18 years of age
Completion of High School Diploma or equivalent
Possession of current Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard Award and Intermediate First Aid or Aquatic Emergency Care Award
Possession of current Swimming Pool Operator Certificate, Level I – A.A.R.F.P., and Lifesaving Society Instructor Award are considered assets
Knowledge of principles, practices and techniques for water safety, lifesaving activities and first aid
Knowledge of technical aspects of operating an aquatic facility
Knowledge of public and occupational health guidelines related to the operation of an aquatic facility
Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills
Excellent communication, customer service, organization, time management and prioritization skills required
Experience with pool mechanical systems is an asset
All certifications must be kept current according to the certification organization standards
Hire is dependent upon a Police Information Check including Vulnerable Sector check satisfactory to the City of Edmonton
Demonstrated ability to achieve results in the context of a respectful, inclusive and service-minded style
Embrace the Cultural Commitments of Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, and foster an environment that encourages others to do the same
Demonstrate alignment with the Cultural Commitments of Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, fostering an environment for others to do the same. For more information on the City’s Cultural Commitments, please visit edmonton.ca/our-culture
Demonstrate the key behaviours and attributes of the City’s six leadership competencies: Courage, Inclusivity, Values-Based Influencer, Collaborative Networker, Systems Thinker and Creative Innovator. For more information on the City’s Cultural Commitments and leadership competencies, please visit edmonton.ca/our-culture
Evening and weekend availability is required
Applicants may be tested

The City of Edmonton is committed to inclusive, respectful and equitable workplaces that represent the communities we serve. We continuously improve our systems, policies and practices to remove barriers and ensure our employees, in all their diversity, can succeed. We value applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourage you to apply. To learn more, see the Art of Inclusion: Our Diversity and Inclusion Framework here: https://bit.ly/3hd2d95.

The City of Edmonton strives to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the application and selection process. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the process, please contact Employment@edmonton.ca.

Up to 6 permanent full-time positions, up to 3 permanent part-time positions and up to 1 temporary full-time position for up to 18 months

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week for full-time; 30 hours per week for part-time. Evening and weekend availability is required.

Salary: $23.885-$32.036 (Hourly); $49,871.880 – $66,891.170 (Annually)

Talent Acquisition Consultant: DS/RA

Classification Title: Lifeguard
Posting Date: Dec 11, 2023
Closing Date: Dec 25, 2023 11:59:00 PM (MST)
Number of Openings (up to): 10 – Permanent Full-time and Part-time
Union : CUPE Local 30
Department: Community Recreation and Culture
Work Location(s): Various Locations Edmonton (City Wide)