Lifeguard (Permanent On-Call)

Position Overview

Attention all perspective Lifeguards! The City of Kamloops is recruiting for Lifeguards who will begin their career with us in September 2024 approximately. This will allow candidates the opportunity to gain the required certification(s) and become fully qualified. You can learn more about the courses needed to become fully qualified for this position by visiting  The Lifesaving Society | Water Safety Training & Education .

If you have a passion for lifeguarding and community safety and are enthusiastic about teaching swimming lessons, we encourage you to submit your resume and your availability today!

Please complete the attached availability schedule and upload to your profile along with your resume and proof of qualifications (including Lifesaving Society ID number)  and proof of age (Drivers Licence, Birth Certificate Etc..).

The successful candidate must have the following qualifications :

• Minimum age is 16 years old.
• Current National Lifeguard (NL) Award - Pool Option.
• Current Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor Certificate.

Preferred Qualifications :

For new hires, and for those working in designated positions of trust, including those working directly with vulnerable persons, no formal offer of employment will be made until an applicant completes a police information check. This position will receive 14% in lieu of all benefits, vacation, stat holidays, and health time. Please note that more than one may be hired.

Hours & Days of Work

Various days of work (on-call)

Hours per Week

Various, on-call

Hourly Rate

Per LOU PG 1 – $25.60 (this rate includes 14% in lieu of benefits, 2024 rate)

Please note if you need assistance or have individual needs or requirements throughout the application process, contact the Human Resources Department by email at hr@kamloops.ca or in person at 6-510 Lorne Street so we can better support you.

External job postings are open to everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and thank all applicants for their interest. Please be sure to review the application requirements for each job you apply. Only those selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.

Applications are accepted online at kamloops.ca / careers.