Company:
Strathcona Regional District
Details:
Strathcona Regional District is seeking a temporary full-time Program Assistant, Aquatics for the Strathcona Gardens Recreation Complex to work varying shifts including days, evenings and weekends up to and including May 29, 2023 or the return of the incumbent, whichever occurs first. Under the direction of the Program Coordinator, Aquatics, the Program Assistant, Aquatics will provide direction and support to lifeguard and instructional staff. The Program Assistant, Aquatics will be the lead hand providing shift supervision and direction to on duty staff. It is the role of this position to ensure that staff are following established protocols, that the programs are operating safely, and the facility is properly prepared for the enjoyment and satisfaction of all patrons. The work also involves being part of regular lifeguarding rotations, teaching specialized and standard aquatic programs.
Qualifications & Experience:
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Completion of grade 12
• One-year certificate in recreation, health & wellness, supervisory or leadership, business management or an equivalent combination of courses
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
• Must be Lifeguard/Instructor III with leadership experience or equivalent combination of experience
REQUIRED LICENCES AND CERTIFICATES
• BCRPA Aquatic Fitness certificate or equivalent
• National Lifeguard award
• Water Safety Instructor award
• Lifesaving Instructor award
• Standard First Aid
• CPR Level C with AED (current within the year)
REQUIRED LICENCES AND CERTIFICATES WITHIN ONE YEAR OF HIRING
Candidates will have one year from the date of hiring into the position to attain the following additional certifications.
• National Lifeguard Instructor certificate/Recertification Conductor
• First Aid Instructor award
• Pool operator 1 certificate
• Pool operator 2 certificate
Successful candidates will be required to complete a criminal record check and become a member of the United Steelworkers, Local 1-1937. The current rate of pay for this position is $26.04 per hour (2020 rate) plus 15.1% pay in lieu of holidays, benefits and statutory holidays.