Instructor/Lifeguard

Instructor/Lifeguard

*Please Note: We are currently recruiting for the Fall 2024 session. The deadline to apply is September 11, 2024.  Candidates selected for the next phase of the recruitment process will be contacted, via telephone or email, starting mid July, 2024.    

Hours: Flexible schedules; some positions with day, evening and weekend shifts of 9-24 hours per week; some positions with day shifts working up to 35 hours per week, subject to seasonal programming demands.

Why work with us: 

The City of Waterloo is a rewarding place to work. Each day, you will support and/or participate in the delivery of services that impact residents of this city, making it a great place to live, work and play for everyone. 

Home to two world-class universities, a top-ranked college, a tech ecosystem, entrepreneurs and small businesses, there is a readiness to do things differently in Waterloo. Our vision is to be a leader in sustainability and to build a future-ready community for all. We are committed to workplace wellbeing and providing an inclusive, safe and enjoyable work environment. 

For more information about the City of Waterloo’s Strategic Plan, Vision, Values & Guiding Principles, please click here: City of Waterloo 2023-2026 Strategic Plan.

What we offer:

• Supportive and caring organization that promotes respect, inclusivity, health, safety and wellness;
• Dedication to the organization’s commitment for Reconciliation, Equity, Accessibility, Diversity and Inclusion through ongoing training and access to related programs and workshops, opportunities to connect with others around topics of social justice and equity, and opportunities to be involved with the initiatives that guide this corporate journey;
• Certification as a Living Wage Champion;
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan (OMERS) eligibility for all employees; 
• Substantial internal and external training and development opportunities;
• Opportunities to get involved and give back to the community;
• Employee-wide events, activities, site visits, BBQs, etc.;
• Complimentary FitPass for City of Waterloo employees and family members for leisure, swim, and fitness drop-in programs; and,
• So much more!

What you will do: 

Reporting to the Manager of Aquatics in the Recreation Services Division, your primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Provide quality swimming lesson instruction and lifeguard services at the Waterloo Swimplex
• Provide excellent customer service and interpersonal skills combined with a background in aquatics, Waterfit instruction and/or the Lifesaving Society Learn to Swim program
• Act in compliance with Ontario Health Regulations, relevant legislation and operational guideline
• Provide a high level of customer service
• Assist in the operation of the waterslide, wading pools and splash pads
• Provide assistance in accident prevention and public education
• Provide a safe and clean pool area

What you will bring:

(Please note: All certifications must be kept current throughout the application and hiring process):

• LSS Instructors and Swim Instructors
• National Lifeguard Service
• Standard First Aid & CPR C certification
• A passion for promoting and maintaining a healthy and safe workplace and the ability to work respectfully and effectively in a team environment
• Strong commitment to delivering quality customer service
• Demonstrated commitment to Reconciliation, Equity, Accessibility, Diversity and Inclusion 

What we will require:

• Aquatic skills will be screened prior to an interview
• A current Police Vulnerable Sector Check satisfactory to the city is required immediately upon hire
• Maintain fitness level and certification in accordance to Lifesaving Society standard
• Mandatory attendance to all staff training
• Minimum age to work as an Instructor/Guard in Ontario is 15 years old

Be You @ Waterloo (Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging):

The City of Waterloo acknowledges that our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee peoples, and is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River.  The City is dedicated to advancing the organization’s commitment to Reconciliation, Equity, Accessibility, Diversity and Inclusion and to reducing barriers to employment opportunities. Applications from members of historically underrepresented groups, including Black, Indigenous, racialized communities, women, persons with disabilities and members of 2SLGBTQ+ are encouraged for positions at all levels within the organization. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to self-identify in their application.

Accommodations are available throughout all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code and other applicable legislation. We encourage applicants to access support(s) that may be needed. To request accommodation during the application process, please email recruitment@waterloo.ca, quoting the position and competition number. Applicants advancing to the next stages of the recruitment process will be provided with additional opportunities to make their needs known.