we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.

We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services. THE ROLE The Swim Instructor/Lifeguard plays an important role, providing quality leisure programs, services and ensuring the safety of our military members and their families. Our services are tailored to help families with the challenges they may face due to military life and make the most of everyday activities such as going to the pool or beach.

We believe that when members of the Canadian Armed Forces are able to take good care of themselves and their families, they can do better both at home and at work. Whether families need to sign the kids up for swimming lessons, improve their fitness, make friends in a new community, our services are here to help. As a Swim Instructor/Lifeguard, you will prepare and deliver swimming lessons and supervise those using the pool ensuring their safety.

As an instructor you will teach participants how to swim and be responsible for designing activities for particular groups, such as seniors or children. You will motivate your students and help them reach their full potential.



You will have a chance to expand your skills and share your passions as all with the goal of improving the quality of life for our military.

We are looking for dynamic, independent and motivated individuals to join our team, helping us ensure recreation stays safe and fun!

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED Education, Certifications and Licenses An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience Current National Lifeguard Service (NLS) certification Current recognized Swim Instructor certification HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development or HIGH FIVE Sport (successful completion by end of probation) HIGH FIVE Healthy Minds for Healthy Children (successful completion by end of probation) In dealing with the public, including, but not limited to, children In performing lifeguard duties In the implementation of training and practice sessions In the development and implementation of individual training plans Ability to react and respond in emergency situations LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS English Essential, Bilingual (English and French) an asset Writing: Employee and Family Assistance Program Vacation pay.

Retirement Planning: Learning and Development: Free second language training. This is an in office position with an assigned work location. START DATE As soon as possible INCLUSION AND ACCOMODATION CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society.

📌 Swim Instructor/ Lifeguard (Kingston)
🏢 Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services - CFMWS
📍 Kingston