Competition Number: HFX-08-038-CB

This Category I position is open to all interested parties.

Lifeguard
Non-Public Funds
Personnel Support Programs
MacDonald’s Beach
CFB Halifax
Temporary Full Time Position
The anticipated term of this position is approximately 2 ½ months

Under the supervision of Aquatics Supervisor, the Lifeguard performs lifeguard duties. He/She opens and closes the aquatic facility, ensures the safety of all participants while at the beach and assists in maintaining the beach office and storage areas in a neat and tidy manner.  The Lifeguard conducts facility inspections, completes checklists and advises supervisor of any concerns found. He/She also participates in meetings and in-service training, clinics and club events.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma AND some experience
  OR
• An acceptable combination of education, training and experience will also be considered
  AND
• Current National Lifeguard Service Certificate (NLS) qualifications
• Current CPR and Basic First Aid qualifications
• Current Red Cross certification

Language requirement: English essential, bilingualism (French / English) an asset. 

Knowledge Requirements

• of life guarding/safety techniques and procedures
• of injury prevention practices
• of health and safety practices

Experience Requirements

• in dealing with the public
• in providing customer service
• in performing lifeguard duties
• in dealing with children
• in using software for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, e-mail, and Internet browsing

Salary: $ 9.19/hr

Successful candidate will be prepared to commence employment as soon as possible.

NPF employees must demonstrate the following core characteristics:  team player, customer focus, positive attitude, excellence, and competence.

NPF is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity and invites applications from Women, Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and Visible Minorities.  To receive this job poster in an alternative format, please contact the NPF Human Resources Manager.

Eligible candidates should submit a resume clearly outlining their ability to fulfil all position requirements by mail to: Ellen McKay, NPF Human Resources Manager, Bldg S-90, Rm 133, PO Box 8836, Station "A", Halifax, NS B3K 5M5 by fax at (902) 721-1279, or to apply online at www.cfpsa.com.

Please note that only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.  If you have special needs and require accommodation measures for the selection process, please notify the NPF Human Resources Manager at that time.