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General Information:

The Cowichan Valley Regional District is now accepting applications from prospective candidates to work as a Lifeguard/Instructor at Arbutus Park in Youbou for summer 2026.

Under the supervision of the Recreation Programmer II, the Lifeguard/Instructor provides a healthy and safe setting to the patrons of our busy park located on beautiful Cowichan Lake by assisting with coordinating and instructing the Red Cross Swim Program for participants aged 3 months to seniors and performs lifeguarding when not instructing. Other duties include: supervising the playground and park area outside the water and when not on active guard duty; plays games with kids in the park; and assists with other summer programs and special events.

Qualifications:

- Candidates must possess a valid National Lifeguard certificate and Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certificate, as well as a Basic First Aid with CPR C certificate.
- Waterfront certification would be an asset.
- The successful candidate is enthusiastic, energetic and enjoys working with children.
- The successful candidate also possesses the ability to:
- Lifeguard and teach swim lessons; establish and maintain a respectful, fun relationship with children while maintaining a position of authority.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff, managers, and the public.
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing when communicating with children, parents and supervisors including listening and following direction.
- Work as a member of a team.





- Preference will be given to candidates aged 15-30 years as per the Canada Summer Jobs Program through Service Canada, however candidates outside of this age range will be considered and are encouraged to apply.

Hours of Work:

These positions start on June 22, 2026 and end on August 29, 2026, subject to enrolment and funding. Multiple positions are available including casual, on-call, and positions up to 35 hours to week, subject to enrollment and funding. Arbutus Park is open 7 days a week, therefore shifts will be scheduled on weekdays and weekends.

Salary:

These temporary opportunities are non-union, and are compensated at $31.74 per hour, which is $27.08 per hour plus 6% pay in lieu of vacation, 6% pay In lieu of benefits and 5.2% pay in lieu of statutory holidays. A head lifeguard will be appointed based qualifications, skills, and experience and will be compensated at $33.16 per hour, which is $28.29 per hour plus 6% pay in lieu of vacation, 6% pay in lieu of benefits and 5.2% pay in lieu of statutory holidays. (2025 rates)

Application Instructions:

Please submit a resume and cover letter at the link above by 4:30 pm on the date indicated. Please note that applications will be reviewed and processed as they are received starting on February 20, 2026.

Note:

Successful candidates will be required to submit a satisfactory police information check.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in any stage of the hiring process should contact Human Resources at [email protected] to communicate their accommodation needs.

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📌 Lifeguard/Instructor - Cowichan Lake Recreation (Youbou)
🏢 Cowichan Valley Regional District
📍 Youbou