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Outdoor Lifeguard (PT, Temporary)Municipality of North Cowichan • North Cowichan, BC, CAN
Outdoor Lifeguard (PT, Temporary)

Outdoor Lifeguard (PT, Temporary)

Municipality of North Cowichan • North Cowichan, BC, CAN
4 days ago
Salary
CA$26.95 hourly
Job type
  • Part-time
  • Temporary
  • Quick Apply
Job description

The Municipality of North Cowichan (population 31,900) is located in the beautiful Cowichan Valley on Southern Vancouver Island, between Nanaimo and Victoria. Our communities of Chemainus, Crofton, Maple Bay and the South End are home to a multitude of artistic, cultural and outdoor recreational activities. The Municipality provides a stable and varied work environment, competitive pay and benefits.

We are inviting applications from candidates with the proven skills, qualifications and abilities to fill four (4) position of Outdoor Lifeguard on a part-time, temporary basis from approximately June 22 to August 29, 2026, working a minimum of 20 hours per week. Successful candidates will provide to the public an enjoyable and safe aquatic experience and deliver quality and progressive educational opportunities within the aquatics environment. If you are self-motivated, looking to take on a new challenge where you can make a difference, enjoy both responsibility and accountability with one of British Columbia's most inclusive and environmentally conscious municipalities, we look forward to receiving your application!

The majority of work hours will be at Crofton Outdoor Pool and Fuller Lake Park; however, employees may also periodically be required to work at the Cowichan Aquatic Centre based on operational needs. Scheduling is based on operational needs and in accordance with the Collective Agreement (Appendix A) and Letter of Understanding No.14. The hours of work include shift, nights and weekend work. Deployment to other duties may be required from time to time.

Required Skills, Qualifications and Abilities:

  1. Minimum 16 years of age and completion of Grade
  2. Possession and maintenance of the following certifications: 1) National Lifeguard - Pool Option and 2) Standard First Aid, and 3) National Lifeguard Waterfront Certification.
  3. Possession and maintenance of Lifesaving Instructor, Swim Instructor, and Pool Operator Level 1 are considered an asset.
  4. Demonstrable skills in a Windows-driven network system, including the practical use of Microsoft Office programs and program registration and facility booking software.
  5. Demonstrable theory, practical skills and abilities related to water rescue, safety, prevention, program content, delivery and communication. This includes assisting in the delivery of a wide range of innovative aquatic programs, services and events.
  6. Basic knowledge of and commitment to WorkSafeBC, Ministry of Health and the BC Safety Authority procedures and other regulatory requirements as related to the safe operation of aquatic and fitness facilities.
  7. Demonstrable ability to receive and implement directions, manage competing priorities, meet facility standards and ideals and work towards excellence in the operation of the Aquatic Centre.
  8. Ability to work weekends, evenings, statutory holidays and shift
  9. Ability to work independently as well as under
  10. The position may be physically demanding; candidate must be able to successfully perform all duties associated with the position. A medical certificate attesting to suitability for this position may be required.

This is a unionized position (CUPE Local 358) and the collective agreement may be viewed on our website.

Candidates being considered will be required to undergo a comprehensive evaluation of skills, qualifications, and abilities.

This position has responsibility for vulnerable persons and will therefore be required to undergo a Vulnerable Sector screening check, in addition to a Police Information Check, if an offer of employment is made.

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