Lifeguard / Instructor

Lifeguard / Instructor

City of St. Catharines

Join us to shape the future of St. Catharines! At the City of St. Catharines, we are committed to realizing the vision outlined in the Strategic Plan. Our goal is to cultivate a city that thrives on safety, innovation, sustainability, and caring—not just for today, but for generations to come. Join our team and be part of a meaningful journey to shape the future of our community, leaving a lasting impact that extends far beyond the present.

Our benefits :

• Great people : supportive team and leadership focused on your success.
• Make your mark : share your ideas, drive change, and leave a lasting impact through modernization efforts.
• Training & development : access training and development funds to support your professional growth.
• Competitive pay : receive competitive pay from a certified Ontario Living Wage Employer.
• Pension plan : enrollment in the OMERS pension plan with matched contributions.
• Balance & benefits : flexibility through our hybrid work environment, plus health, dental, and vision benefits (available to eligible employees).

Job Details

Job ID : 2025-156

Pay Rate : $22.91 / $24.93

Hours : up to 24 hours per week

Schedule : Variable

Location : St. Catharines, ON

Work Mode : In Person

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Non-Union

Position Type : Permanent, Part-time

Duration : Ongoing

Posting Close Date : February 27, 2026

About The Role

Lifeguard : To ensure overall safety of participants, prevent accidents and respond to emergencies and public relations situations. Maintains effective public relations employing a tactful, polite, and helpful demeanor. Ensures the cleanliness of the facility.

Instructor : To implement the Lifesaving Society and Department programs in a safe and enjoyable environment, demonstrating good class control and safety supervision. Excellence in customer service and enthusiasm is a high priority.

Responsibilities

Requirements

Other Requirements

Vulnerable Sector Check and completion of Ministry of Labour’s Worker Health and Safety Awareness training. Proof of all educational credentials listed on your resume and job application must be provided.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of St. Catharines is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and respectful work environment. We celebrate the uniqueness of every individual. Our community is enriched by people from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences—a value reflected in our 2023–2027 Strategic Plan.

Accommodation

We are an equal opportunity employer and provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact Human Resources at hrreps@stcatharines.ca .

Application Process

All applications must be submitted online through our application portal. Keep your contact information up to date and regularly check your spam and junk email folders for important communications.

Interviews and Assessments

Depending on the role, interviews may be conducted via video conferencing or in person. Various tests and / or assessments may be administered as part of the selection process.

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