Casual Lifeguard / Instructor

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HR-REC-2026-02

This opportunity is for an existing vacancy

Job Title : Casual Lifeguard / Instructor

Date Posted : Friday, January 9, 2026

Department : Pool & Fitness Centre

Closing Date : Open Until Filled

Location : Dryden Recreation Complex

Reports To : Recreation Coordinator

Hours of Work : Casual employment with hours determined as per staffing & program requirements.

Hourly Wage : $18.20 - $24.26 per hour based on certifications as per the IBEW Collective Agreement; all other benefits as per ESA.

Job Summary

Minimum age : 15 years.

Lifeguard : Use trained lifeguard techniques to effectively supervise swimmers, prevent aquatic injury, enforce rules to patrons and obtain emergency medical assistance as required.

Instructor : Instruct children and adults in swimming skills and water safety knowledge; teach entry‑level leadership courses to prepare candidates for increasingly complex rescue situations.

Position Requirements

• Valid Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard certification, or equivalent
• Workplace Standard First Aid / CPR Level C Certification
• Preferred or willing to obtain : Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor certification, Lifesaving Society Lifesaving Instructor certification, Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor Trainer certification, Waterfit Instructor

Successful applicants, 18 years of age or older, must obtain and submit a clean Criminal Background / Vulnerable Sector check at their own expense prior to their start date.

Application Process

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume outlining their qualifications and experience through the City’s online application at http : / / www.dryden.ca / careers .

Personal information is collected pursuant to the Municipal Act, 2001 and will be used solely to determine eligibility for employment. For questions regarding the collection of personal information, contact the Freedom of Information and Privacy Coordinator, City of Dryden, 30 Van Horne Avenue, Dryden, ON P8N 2A7, or call (807) 223-1432.

The City of Dryden is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age. Accommodations of persons with disabilities are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. Applicants must notify the Director of Human Resources or designate of any required accommodations in advance.

We thank all applicants and advise that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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