Lifeguard/Instructor
Job in
Courtenay, BC, Canada
Listing for:
Comox Valley Regional District
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-21
Job specializations:
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Sports/Fitness/Wellness
Recreation & Leisure, Health / Fitness / Gym / Pilates, Swim Instructor, Lifeguard
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We are seeking a Lifeguard/Instructor to join our Recreation team. This position delivers a variety of instructional and recreational aquatic programs to patrons at our facilities. Reporting to the Manager of Recreation Programs and Services, the primary responsibilities of this role include:
Performing lifeguarding duties including monitoring pool activities, performing rescues, enforcing pool rules and ensuring safety of patrons, and administering first aid and CPR as required.Ensuring a safe and clean environment for facility patrons and staff to prevent injuries and
eliminate hazards.Performing daily maintenance duties such as water tests and keeping the pool deck, change rooms, and lifeguard office clean and orderly.Planning, preparing, and instructing swimming lessons and aquatic based programs.Completing and maintaining accurate records such as up-to-date lesson program cards, attendance records, red cross/lifesaving reports, and administration forms.Providing appropriate feedback to lesson participants and parents with recommendations for improvement.Organizing and supervising structured games and activities during public swim sessions and special events.Our ideal candidate is:
An engaging and encouraging instructor capable of connecting with swimmers of all ages.Attentive and responsive with strong swimming and lifesaving skills and a minimum of six months of directly related experience, including minimum completion of Grade 10.Current in lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques with the following certifications: WSI and NL, Aquasize Instructor, Adaptive Aquatics (or equivalent), Lifesaving Instructor, Standard First Aid, CPR C and AED and criminal record clearance. (
Note:
certain shifts may require other specialized certifications)A respectful communicator with a professional approach to customer service.Detail oriented and able to keep accurate and complete records.Safety conscious and able to effectively respond to emergency situations when required.Flexible in working a variety of shifts including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.* Qualified Rate of pay applies when employee possesses all required certifications detailed in full time job description including Aquasize Instructor, Adaptive Aquatics or equivalent and Lifesaving Instructor.
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We appreciate all applications; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted in a timely manner to arrange an interview. Virtual or in-person interviews are available.
The CVRD respectfully acknowledges the land on which it operates is on the unceded traditional territory of the K’ómoks First Nation, the traditional keepers of this land.
The CVRD is committed to providing a safe, respectful and inclusive work environment. We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
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