City Of Kenora
Recreation Division
Part Time Instructor/Lifeguard
Kenora provides a high quality of life for residents and unforgettable experiences for visitors by celebrating
and embracing the community’s rich heritage, diversity, and natural environment.
The employees of the City of Kenora deliver quality, cost-effective Municipal services. As a team of valued employees, taking pride and ownership in all that we do, we will exceed expectations.
Reporting to the Head Lifeguard, the Instructor/Guard will be responsible for assisting with planning and delivery of programs, ensuring safety and supervision of patrons, and completing all records and reports related to aquatic programs. The individual will instruct various aquatic programs and assist with the planning/delivery of core and lesson plans. They will complete records and reports related to aquatic programs and perform daily office procedures, bather loads, checklists, and program statistics. They will provide leadership to student staff and respond to emergencies. The will also assist with staff in-services, orientation and training. The individual will also be required to perform light cleaning duties and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- 16 years of age or older
- 2 yrs of Instructing/Lifeguarding experience and/or a Grade 12 Diploma
- Must possess Current LSS Swim for Life Certificate and maintain in good standing
- Must possess or be willing to obtain Current L.S.S. Instructor Certificate and maintain in good standing
- Most possess Current NL Pool Certificate and maintain in good standing
- Current Standard First Aid Certificate (Red Cross, LSS or St. John Ambulance) or willing to obtain
- Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with a proven focus on service delivery
- Demonstrated experience and working knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health &
Safety Act and Regulations specifically concerning the requirements for job hazard analysis and the development of and training on safe work procedures
- Ability to work independently and as a team
- Ability to get along well with others including supervisors, co-workers, members of the public and other partners in service
- Must be available for flexible shifts and split shifts as required. No more than two time blocks in the same day will be scheduled
Salary & benefits: Benefits in accordance with Collective Agreement.
Salary $28.90/hr.
Hours of Work: 5:45 am to 10:00 pm including weekends and split shifts as required.
Qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and current resume online via indeed or in person to;
Human Resources | City of Kenora
1 Main St. S, Kenora, ON P9N 3X2
The City of Kenora is an equal opportunity Employer and committed to building a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of the community we serve. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equitable employment, including but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized communities or visible minorities, persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities, diverse sexual and gender identities, orientations and/or expressions, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The City of Kenora is committed to providing accommodation in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an
accommodation, please advise the Human Resources department in advance to ensure your participation in the recruitment and selection process.
Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and is used to determine eligibility for potential employment.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: $28.90 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Kenora, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- N.L.S. license (preferred)
Work Location: In person
