The Team Leader 1 is responsible for lifeguarding, instruction, and deck level supervisory duties in an aquatic facility on an acting basis. These responsibilities include supervising lifeguard/instructional staff, deck organization, cashier relief, minor maintenance and cleaning tasks and completing appropriate forms and reports. Work performance is evaluated on the effectiveness of services rendered, the quality of instructional programs provided to the public, and effectiveness of supervision. Major problems are referred to the Aquatic Leader, Team Leader 2 or Aquatic Programmer. Performs related duties.
Requirements:
Completion of Grade 12. Two years of aquatic experience. Previous supervisory experience is an asset.
Awards: Current certificates and awards as follows:
- Lifesaving Society Swim for Life Instructor
- National Lifeguard Service Award - Pool Option
- Standard First Aid
- Lifesaving Instructor Award
Considerable knowledge of first aid, lifesaving, and lifeguarding skills, techniques and practices. Considerable knowledge of teaching methods and group leadership techniques emphasizing instruction in water safety and aquatic skills. Ability to demonstrate sound aquatic skills and to instruct in those skills at standards set by relevant authorities. Ability to work within a team environment. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, and supervisors. Ability to problem solve and make decisions. Ability to deal courteously, tactfully and diplomatically with members of the general public. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Commitment to customer service excellence. Ability to prepare and maintain records relating to the work. Sufficient health and physical fitness to perform the related duties. Ability to obtain and maintain a clear RCMP Police Information check for offences related to the position. Computer literacy in programs related to the work. Knowledge of WorkSafe BC regulations, occupational hazards and safe work procedures as it relates to the position, including but not limited to: bullying and harassment, working alone and other significant hazards.
Your regular and overtime hours of work will be scheduled by your supervisor, overtime may be required due to operational need. The successful incumbents must be able to obtain and maintain a clear Police Information Check for offences related to the position.
We will interview candidates with less than two (2) years' experience and those without their Lifesaving Instructor award.
Please apply online by: April 23, 2024
For more information, please refer to the job description.
The City of Prince George thanks all those who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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