Advanced Lifeguard Instructor Leader- Employment, career opportunity in Canada

Job Title:   Advanced Lifeguard Instructor Leader 1 - Full-time
Date Posted:     16th Sept 2013
Organisation:   The City of Red Deer
Various Recreation Facilities
Details

Openings    2
Location Name    
Various Recreation Facilities
Red Deer, Alberta, CA
Operating Units    Recreation, Parks & Culture
Profession    Lifeguard-Aquatics Instructor
Experience Level(s)    Mid-Level
Job Type(s)    Full Time, Temporary
Education Level(s)    High School
Job ID    job-4046
Hourly rate    $23.76 - $25.16
Status    Active
Division    Community Services


Position Summary

Function/Purpose:

The Advanced Lifeguard Instructor Leader 1 is responsible for ensuring safety of aquatic patrons, providing on deck leadership to aquatic team members, ensuring effective instruction of programs, and maintaining a safe, clean and enjoyable facility.

Job Requirements:

    Grade 12 or equivalent – Minimum 18 years of age
    Possession of the following current certifications – ability to renew qualifications annually or as required by supervisor
        National Lifeguard Certificate - Pool Option
        National Lifeguard Certificate - Water Park Option
        Standard First Aid/CPR Basic Rescuer (level C CPR)
        Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI)
        Lifesaving Instructor (LSI)
        *Aquatic Fitness Instructor
        *NLS Instructor or *WSI Instructor trainer
        *Standard First Aid Instructor
    A minimum of two years Lifeguarding experience.
    A minimum of two years instructing advanced aquatic programs (Lifesaving Courses)
    Ability to exert physical effort demanded by swimming, pulling patrons from the water, and cleaning.
    Ability to handle public relations responsibilities effectively and thoroughly and to be firm and tactful in maintaining aquatic discipline and to respond calmly to emergencies.
    Ability to maintain continuous alertness and attention when lifeguarding and to recognize potential problems.
    Exceptional customer service skills.
    Demonstrated high level of verbal, written, and listening skills.
    Ability to communicate effectively with all co-workers, customers (Internal & External), and supervisors.
    Ability to perform all duties in full view of the public, and maintain various guarding positions for long periods of time.
    Ability to work in conditions which may be noisy and mildly unpleasant.
    Ability to work shifts.
    Commitment to corporate RISE principles.

* Desirable

Affiliation: Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 417

Hours of Work: 80 hours biweekly, as scheudled. Availability required for day, evening, and weekend shifts.

*Please note that these are term positions. One position will be at the Collicutt Centre with an expected end date of April 2014. The other position will be at the G. H. Dawe Centre with an expected end date of February 2014.*

Attached Documents
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ALIL - Advanced Lifeguard Instructor Leader 1.pdf    46.6 kb    Download
Applications are being accepted until September 30, 2013


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