Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community.
The Community Services Department has an opening for a temporary part-time Aquatic Leader II to provide supervision and leadership for lifeguards, instructors and users of the Aquatic Centre and/or waterfront lifeguard services. You will play a key role in the leadership of the Aquatic Centre Leader team and be expected to provide mentoring and leadership to other team members.
This position is responsible for participating in program development, special events, lesson supervision, lifeguard training, and staff supervision. Added responsibilities involve performing maintenance functions in and around the pool.
The successful candidate will: be a high school graduate, have successfully completed courses in lifesaving, swimming instruction and pool operation and maintenance. Desirable training and experience includes: a minimum of 1 year experience as an Aquatic Leader; BCRPA Aquatic Fitness Module and Instructor Trainer Certification (NL, CPR, AED). Microsoft Office Suite, RecStaff, and Activenet registration system knowledge would be considered an asset
Required Licenses and Current Certificates include:
·Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor;
·National Lifeguard – Pool;
·Standard First Aid, CPR Level C, and AED.
·National Lifeguard – Waterfront and Lifesaving Instructor (LSI) would be considered an asset.
The successful candidate will be required to supply a police information check with vulnerable sector and a copy of their credentials. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Successful applicants will be required to attend a mandatory staff training on:
· Tuesday, May 12, from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.
This position will run from May 12 – early September, 2026.
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