Lifeguard 2- 1 Year Full-time Term - Wetaskiwin

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Aquatic Coordinator, the Lifeguard II’s priority is to ensure patrons have a safe, enjoyable experience through the provision of lifeguarding. Using excellent interpersonal skills, Lifeguards II’s deliver responsive customer service, address concerns and inquiries promptly – including knowledge of all programs, schedules, and general information about the Manluk Regional Aquatic and Fitness Centre. Lifeguarding patrons, prevent injuries through public education, provide first aid, complete maintenance tasks, administration tasks, provide leadership and guidance to Lifeguard I’s / Instructors, and other duties as required. Lifeguard II’s take the lead role on ensuring emergency situations are handled according to procedures when required.

Responsibilities

• Provide the highest standard of lifeguarding, including effective scanning, patrolling and professionalism in a team setting.
• Provide the highest standard of instruction, including instruction of swimming techniques, strokes, water safety and lifesaving skills.
• Act as Shift Supervisor when no Lifeguard III is on shift.
• Assist Instructors with their lessons when required.
• Respond appropriately when first aid treatment and / or emergency response is required.
• Conduct opening, closing and provincial water tests when needed.
• Responds to and supervises emergency situations, preforms first aid as required and ensures that required documentation is completed.
• Prevent incidents : safeguard the public through enforcement of policies, public education, exceptional safety surveillance and routine safety inspections.
• Provide exceptional customer service by promoting positive patron relations, answering questions, educating public and responding to concerns.
• Complete assigned maintenance such as cleaning the pool deck and change rooms, etc.
• Perform basic operational tasks to ensure regular operation of the facility.
• Complete necessary mechanical and operational checklists, charts, forms, and accident and near-miss reports.
• Set up and take down equipment according to the facility schedule.
• Maintain professionalism by keeping a clean, presentable appearance, being prompt and prepared for every shift, and behaving in an appropriate manner both on and off deck.
• Other duties as required.

Education, Qualifications, and Work Experience

Possession of the following current certifications – ability to renew qualifications annually or as required :

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Physical Effort & Safety Commitment

This position includes but is not limited to light effort such as :

The employee is responsible for full cooperation with all aspects of the City’s Occupational Health and Safety program, including compliance with all rules and regulations, and for continually practicing safety while performing their duties, and monitor and enforce subordinate compliance with the OH&S program.

What We Offer

This posting will remain open until filled.

This position involves a two-part interview process. Candidates who successfully complete the in-person interview will be invited to participate in a second, in-water assessment. The in-water interview will be conducted at the Manluk Centre to assess the candidate's swimming proficiency and lifeguarding skills. During this phase, candidates will be expected to demonstrate their techniques, and other key competencies relevant to the position, whether it be for lifeguarding, instructing, or both.

Before commencing employment, the successful candidate must provide all necessary certifications and documentation including but not limited to a driver's abstract, and employment related record checks.

The City of Wetaskiwin is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, HR @wetaskiwin.ca

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