One of the sunniest regions in BC's Lower Mainland, Delta embraces three unique communities - Ladner, North Delta and Tsawwassen. The City of Delta is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and share in our commitment to lead the way in public service excellence.
Are you ready to take your career in Aquatics to the next level? The City is looking for a part-time Assistant Aquatic Leader (28 hours per week) to join their team. If you are passionate about aquatics and looking for a great place to work, this may be the job for you!
The Assistant Aquatic Leader assists in managing the operation of an indoor and outdoor pool. The Assistant Aquatic Leader supervises and participates in the work of Lifeguard/Instructor 2 & Aquatic Instructor staff who perform instructional, life guarding, cashiering, janitorial and minor preventative maintenance tasks. An employee of this class exercises considerable independence of judgement and action, receiving general supervision from a superior who evaluates work performance in terms of conformance with established practices and procedures, the effectiveness of the instructional programs offered.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to prepare and maintain records related to the work.
- Ability to assign, check, supervise and evaluate the work of one or more subordinate aquatic staff; ability to participate in the training of instructional and life guarding aquatic staff.
- Sound knowledge of the theory and practice of lifesaving, artificial respiration and first aid.
- Sound knowledge of teaching methods and group leadership techniques emphasizing instruction in water safety and aquatic skills, and the practices involved in developing, implementing, evaluating, instructional aquatic programs.
- Knowledge of pool chemistry, of water filtration, chlorination, heating and related pool equipment and procedures.
Required Licences, Certificates and Registrations
- National Lifeguard Award – Pool Option (NL)
- Lifesaving Society Instructor Award (LSI)
- Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor
- Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Level C current within one year (CPR C)
The City of Delta provides a competitive salary of $26.87 – $31.56 per hour (2022 rate) + 10% in lieu of vacation & statutory holidays, and a comprehensive benefits package. Interested applicants are requested to apply online at www.delta.ca/employment. In addition, the City of Delta is providing financial support for all required lifeguard and instructional recertifications until August 22, 2024.
The City of Delta's Covid-19 Vaccination policy has been suspended, however, we reserve the right to reinstate it in response to changes in the public health landscape, including public health orders. We are committed to the protection, health, and safety of our employees and our community, and our Communicable Disease Plan and related protocols remain in place.
We thank all applicants for their interest; only those under consideration will be contacted.
Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets must be submitted with your application. Preferred candidates will be required to submit a Police Information Check.
Education : Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience : Experience an asset
