Head Lifeguard

Overview

City of Beaumont

Head Lifeguard

Beaumont’s most-exciting place to work in the City. Beaumont is the fastest growing community in the Edmonton Metropolitan Region and the Beaumont Sport & Recreation Centre (BSRC) is looking for a certified, energetic Head Lifeguard to join our team! This facility features an NHL-sized ice rink with seating for spectators, an indoor fieldhouse for soccer and lacrosse, a gymnasium for multi-court play, climbing wall, running/walking track, concession, multi-purpose rooms, tuck shops, and an aquatic centre.

Do you have a sound understanding of lifeguard/instructor principles? Are you able to practice good judgement? Do you have exceptional communication skills and the aptitude to command the attention of an audience? Do you have previous supervisory experience and are passionate about aquatics recreation? If you answered yes to these questions, this position could be a great fit for you!

• Daily Operations Management:
  Ensure all scheduled aquatic activities are delivered according to the planned daily schedule.
• Address and resolve day-to-day challenges related to aquatic programming and scheduling.
• Complete all required daily reporting, including water tests, inspections, and checklists.
• Maintain a clean and healthy aquatic environment through water testing, cleaning protocols, and upkeep of pool deck and change rooms.
• Support staff with first aid, instruction, lifeguarding, and maintenance as needed on the pool deck.
• Manage and document all incidents, ensuring that both verbal and written reports are completed as required.
• Ensure Lifeguard to bather ratios meet safety standards.

• Oversee staff and public safety during shifts, ensuring compliance with OH&S standards and public safety regulations.
• Monitor pool activities, focusing on accident and injury prevention to maintain patron safety.
• Supervise and mentor casual staff during shifts.
• Maintain up-to-date schedules and adjust as needed.
• Act as the designated person in charge during emergency situations within the pool area.
• Manage and maintain Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and other safety supplies.

• Assist with staff hiring, orientation, training, and scheduling.
• Help organize and lead team-building activities, staff certifications, and in-service training sessions.
• Serve as the lead instructor by ensuring class minimums and maximums are met and assisting on the first day of lessons to resolve any issues related to class assignments or locations.

• Provide an on-deck supervisory presence during pool activities.
• Respond to public inquiries in person, via email, or by phone.
• Enforce safety rules and maintain a proactive approach to ensure a safe environment for both leisure swimmers and program participants.

• Manage inventory duties as required
• Assist in reviewing and updating aquatics department policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with current legislation and Alberta Health Services requirements
• Support the Team Lead with programming as needed

• Minimum 18 years old
• Minimum of three years' experience as a Lifeguard/Instructor capacity
• Minimum of two years' experience as a shift lead/supervisor
• LSS National Lifeguard
• LSS Swim Instructor
• LSS Lifesaving Instructor
• Intermediate First Aid CPR C & AED or equivalent
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to carry out work with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to meet the shift requirements
• ASSETS: LSS – Oxygen Administration, LSS – Aquatic Emergency Care, LSS – Swim Abilities Instructor, LSS – National Lifeguard Instructor, LSS – Swim Instructor Trainer, LSS – Lifesaving Trainer, LSS – Swim Abilities Instructor Trainer, LSS – Lifesaving First Aid Instructor, LSS – Lifesaving First Aid Instructor Trainer, LSS – Aquatic Management Training, Pool Ops 1 & 2

• A salary range of $59,945.60-$78,228.80 per annum (based on experience and qualifications)
• Employer paid Health and Dental benefits package
• Health Wellness and Learning Spending Account
• Membership to the Beaumont Sport and Recreation Centre
• 40-hour work week
• And an…