Aquatic Leadership Conductor

Aquatic Leadership Conductor

City of Markham – apply now for the Aquatic Leadership Conductor position within the Recreation Services Department, Community Services Commission.

Base Pay Range

CA $30.10 per hour – CA $37.10 per hour. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience. Please speak with your recruiter to learn more.

Applications are being received on a rolling basis and will remain open until January 30, 2026
. In your cover letter, specify which level(s) of Swim Specialist you are applying to.

Locations

All City of Markham Pool locations:
Cornell Community Centre, Angus Glen Community Centre, Centennial Community Centre, Milliken Mills Community Centre, Thornhill Community Centre, Thornlea Pool, and Aaniin Community Centre.

Job Summary

Plans, organizes, instructs, and leads specialty swimming programs (First Aid, Airway Management, NL Instructor, Lifesaving/ Swim Instructor, AMT – Aquatic Management Training, AST – Aquatic Supervisor Training, Train the Trainer NL, Lifesaving/ Swim Instructors) for participants and trainees in a range of specialty areas for adults and youth. Teaches according to industry standards and evaluates participants while ensuring a positive and safe environment for all participants and peers.

Duties

(Examples)

• Facilitate, lead, and supervise a specialty swimming program for participants of all ages, teaching skills required for the specific program.
• Organize and write lesson plans and short‑term core plans to facilitate progressive learning according to set guidelines, tailored to the abilities of each group.
• Prepare and present an orientation to patrons/participants at the beginning of each session, covering general rules, procedures, and safety measures.
• Perform various administrative duties as required.

Requirements (All Levels)

• Current Lifesaving Society Instructor
• Current Lifesaving Society Standard First Aid with CPR “C”
• Good customer‑service and communication skills to coach, mentor, and train diverse adult students.
• Good leadership skills.
• Effective computer and research skills (asset).
• Ability to work tactfully with other staff as part of a team.
• Positive attitude.
• Enjoys working with people of all ages.
• Ability and fitness level to perform aquatics instruction and rescue skills to standard.
• Current Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Screening Letter required.

Qualifications Specific to Each Specialist Level Aquatic Leadership Conductor / Swim Specialist 1 – $30.10 /hr

• 30 to 40 hours of additional training beyond the Aquatics Instructor designation, including the Examiner Standard Clinic and additional relevant courses for the program being taught.
• Some prior instructor experience preferred, demonstrating instructing skills.
• Examiner certification for the course being taught (e.g., First Aid Instructor).
• Current Advanced Instructor certification/status.

Aquatic Leadership Conductor / Swim Specialist 3 – $37.10 /hr

• 40 to 50 hours of additional training beyond the Aquatics Instructor designation, including the Examiner Standard Clinic.
• Significant experience in an Aquatics supervisory capacity or as a Lifeguard or Instructor with leadership responsibilities.
• Current Instructor and Examiner status for the course being taught (e.g., NL Instructor Course, Aquatics Supervisory Training Instructor Course).
• Instructor and Trainer certification.
• Forty hours of additional apprenticeship required for the NL and Instructor Trainer programs, plus 25 to 30 hours of in‑class training.
• Current Lifesaving Society Airway Management and Instructor’s Course or Instructor Trainer Course; or NL Instructor course.

Employer Commitment

The City of Markham is committed to inclusive, accessible, and barrier‑free employment practices and to creating a workplace that reflects and supports the diversity of the community we serve. If you require accommodation, let us know and we will work with you to ensure a barrier‑free hiring process.

AI Disclosure

Our recruitment system (ADP Workforce Now) includes AI‑powered features, but we do not use AI to screen, assess, or select applicants. All evaluations are conducted by people.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Part‑time

Job Function

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