Lifeguard/Instructor I (15-22 Guaranteed Hours) 2 Positions
Competition Number: 2021-11
Job Title: Lifeguard/Instructor I (15-22 Guaranteed Hours) 2 Positions
Department: Parks, Facilities, and Recreation
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary:
Posted Date: August 5, 2021
Closing Date: September 10, 2021
Last Updated Date: September 11, 2021, 1:01
Status: Closed
The City of Fernie is inviting applications for the position of Permanent Lifeguard/Instructor I. This position is included in the Collective Bargaining Unit for CUPE Local 2093 and is classified under the description of Lifeguard / Instructor I.
This is a permanent 15-22 guaranteed hour position working weekdays, weekends, and evenings. Reporting to the Aquatics Supervisor and the Acting Director of Parks, Facilities and Recreation, the permanent Lifeguard / Instructor I, promotes education to the public about water safety on or near the water, and ensures proper behaviour standards are maintained by the participants.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Principal responsibilities include ensuring the safety, protection, and enjoyment of those engaged in activities in or out of the water at the Aquatic Centre, assisting in the development of a wide range of aquatic services and programs, performs lifeguarding, instructional and janitorial tasks related to the operation of the Aquatic Centre.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Must be at least 17 years of age
• National Lifeguard Service award
• Red Cross Water Safety Instructor
• Current Standard First Aid Certification or equivalent
• Current CPR Level C Certification
• Lifesaving Instructor (preferred) Abilities:
• Must be able to maintain pleasant and effective relations with the public and employees of the City, even in adverse conditions.
• Must have knowledge of the prescribed standards for the Canadian Red Cross Society and the Lifesaving Society, insofar as their programs and services deal with the Aquatic Centre.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of water rescue, first aid and resuscitation methods and must be able to perform these necessary skills as required.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Please submit detailed applications containing cover letter, resume and references by 4:00 P.M., Friday September 10, 2021.
Applications should be addressed to:
Brett Logan, Acting Director of Parks, Facilities, and Recreation.
City of Fernie, 501 – 3 rd Ave, PO Box 190, Fernie, BC, V0B 1M0
Email: recreation@fernie.ca
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