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Position Groups

Position Groups CUPE Civic

Division

Division Active Living & Culture (DV164)

Department

Department Recreation Programs (DP167)

Department Name

Department Name Aquatic Services

Branch

Branch Aquatics Services (BR508)

Organizational Information

Purpose of your Position - Non Union

Classification Summary - Union

A Lifeguard/Instructor guards patrons, ensures a safe environment and instructs various aquatic courses.

Duties - Union

Instructs swimming lessons, develops lesson plans, courses and programs

Guards the public while they swim and ensures safety

Evaluates students and writes progress cards

Receives, records and responds to inquiries and complaints

Responds to all first aid situations

Ensures the pool, pool deck. Facilities and pool equipment are clean and properly used and stored

Trains current lifeguard staff and provides leadership and direction

Prepares a variety of documents, drawings, advertising and spreadsheets using various computer programs

Provides ideas and input into brochures and advertising

Results and Activities - Non union

High school graduation or equivalent

Experience

NL Award – Pool Option

LSI Award

Standard First Aid

Two (2) additional advanced certifications

Knowledge - Non Union

Skills & Abilities - Non Union

Leadership

Responsibility / Accountability

Teamwork

Posting Text

Physical Demands

Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the job.

Special Instructions to Applicant

Additional Hiring Information





Please submit a copy of your current valid CPR -Level “C” and NLS Award-Pool Option and any additional certifications/awards under Other Document 1, 2, 3 and or 4. Testing will be required. Positions that become vacant within the same classification may be filled as a result of this posting if the vacancy occurs within 30 days of closing.

The City of Kelowna is committed to being an organization that values and reflects its community’s diverse population, and to fostering an equitable, inclusive and progressive work environment where everyone can be their authentic self and feels a sense of belonging.

Pay Rate

Pay Rate Starts at $24.47 per hour plus 14% in lieu of statutory holidays, vacation and benefits.

Posting Date

Posting Date 09/09/2026

Closing Date

Days of Work

Standard Hours per Day 8

Hours of Work

Work Location

Work Location PARKINSON RECREATION CENTRE

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Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Education / Certificates

Optional Documents

Other Document 1

Other Document 2

Other Document 3

Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* What swim instructor award do you hold?

Lifesaving Society

YMCA

Other

None

* Do you have an advanced Aquatic award (NLI, FAI, LSIT, WSIT)?

Yes

No

* Do you hold a current Aqua fitness certification?

Yes

No

* How many years do you have working as a Lifeguard and/or Swim Instructor?

None

Less than 1 year

1 to 2 years

More than 2 years

* Are you able to work early mornings, evenings and weekends?

Yes

No

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📌 Lifeguard (Part-time) (Winnipeg)
🏢 City of Kelowna
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