Instructor Jobs in Courtenay, BC

We are seeking four part-time (on-call) Lifeguard/Instructors to join our team. This position delivers a variety of instructional and recreational aquatic programs to patrons at Comox Valley Regional District facilities. Reporting to the Manager of Recreation Services, the primary responsibilities of this role include:

• Performing lifeguarding duties including monitoring pool activities, performing rescues, enforcing pool rules and ensuring safety of patrons, and administering first aid and CPR as required.
• Ensuring a safe and clean environment for facility patrons and staff to prevent injuries and
  eliminate hazards.
• Performing daily maintenance duties such as water tests and keeping the pool deck, change rooms, and lifeguard office clean and orderly.
• Planning, preparing, and instructing swimming lessons and aquatic based programs.
• Completing and maintaining accurate records such as up-to-date lesson program cards, attendance records, red cross/lifesaving reports, and administration forms.
• Providing appropriate feedback to lesson participants and parents with recommendations for improvement.
• Organizing and supervising structured games and activities during public swim sessions and special events.

Our ideal candidate is:

• An engaging and encouraging instructor capable of connecting with swimmers of all ages.
• Attentive and responsive with strong swimming and lifesaving skills and a minimum of six months of directly related experience, including minimum completion of Grade 11.
• Current in lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques with the following certifications: Bronze Cross, Lifesaving Swim Instructor and National Lifeguard Awards Certifications, Standard First Aid and CPR and criminal record clearance (Note: certain shifts may require other specialized certifications). Aquasize Instructor, Adaptive Aquatics and Lifesaving Instructor certifications preferred.
• A respectful communicator with a professional approach to customer service.
• Detail oriented and able to keep accurate and complete records.
• Safety conscious and able to effectively respond to emergency situations when required.
• Flexible in working a variety of shifts including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

This is a USW position with a probationary rate of $25.61/hr, plus six percent vacation pay, and a percent in lieu of benefits.

To review the complete job description and to apply go to www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/jobs.

The CVRD respectfully acknowledges the land on which it operates is on the unceded traditional territory of the K’ómoks First Nation, the traditional keepers of this land.

The CVRD is committed to providing a safe, respectful and inclusive work environment. We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.