Organization
City of Dawson Creek

Region
British Columbia

Application Deadline
October 18, 2026

Type
Part-Time

Category
Parks & recreation

Description
Department: Community Services - Aquatics

Internal Posting Date : September 18, 2026

Internal Closing Date : October 01, 2026

External Posting Date : October 02, 2026

External Closing Date : October 18, 2026

2026 Hourly Rate : $36.39 after probation

Hours of Work: 15 hours per week

Competition No. : 2026-68

The City of Dawson Creek invites applications for a part-time Aquatics Lifeguard/Instructor I. This position performs lifeguarding functions and provides instruction in some aquatic programs and skills at the Kenn Borek Aquatic Centre as well as minor maintenance. The lifeguard/instructor I must have a minimum of one year experience in an aquatic workplace.

What You’ll Do

Provides lifeguarding duties at aquatic functions.

Provides instruction, supervision and ensures safety for swimming and other aquatic programs.

Ensure that all necessary equipment is in good working order and ready for immediate or emergency use.

In advance, prepare lesson plans and evaluations.

Monitors and records pool conditions when necessary.

Requirements

Current National Lifeguard Award (Pool Option).

Current Standard First Aid with CPR C/AED.





Lifesaving Swim Instructor certification.

A minimum of 528 hours lifeguarding and/or swim instruction experience.

Compliance with and approval of a Criminal Record Search with Vulnerable Sector.

The ideal candidate possesses the capacity to perform all duties in a safe manner while fostering positive relationships with both the public and fellow staff.

Salary & Benefits
$36.39 after probation

Contact
Email: [email protected]

The City would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The City of Dawson Creek is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities whenever reasonably possible during the selection and employment process. You must be legally entitled to work for any employer in Canada to be eligible for this position. By applying for this position, you are giving permission for the City to contact your previous employers and references.

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📌 Aquatics Lifeguard-Instructor I (British Columbia)
🏢 City of Dawson Creek
📍 British Columbia