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Head Guard (Aquatics)

County of Brant
Paris, ON
Job Details:
Full-time
Management

Reporting to: Aquatics and Active Living Coordinator
Location: Paris Community Pool and Splash Pad
Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard Certification (NL), Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor, Standard First Aid with CPR “C” and, Lifesaving Society Lifesaving Instructor are mandatory for this position and must be submitted/attached to your application.
BASIC FUNCTION:
  • To assist the Aquatics and Active Living Coordinator with daily supervision of staff and the general operation of the Paris Community Pool & Splash pad.
  • To provide a safe swimming environment through effective guarding and ensure the facility is well kept at all times by assisting with facility maintenance tasks.
PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • To support the objectives and philosophies of the County of Brant, Aquatics Program as established by the Community Services Department through quality guarding and instruction and excellent public and staff relations.
  • To display knowledge, skills and abilities which provide competent leadership in specific aquatic activities.
  • To instruct a comprehensive Pool Program as developed by the Community Services Department to meet the needs of all participants.
  • To be available as a knowledgeable resource to the participants, parents, and staff.
  • To provide support and direction to other members of the aquatics team.
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
  • To arrive at the facility 15 minutes prior to the start of the programs to set up for the pool users.
  • To ensure the protection and safety of the public that will use the aquatic facilities as regulated.
  • To ensure all required qualifications for the position are kept current and up-to date.
  • To display knowledge, skills, and abilities that will qualify the leadership in a specific designated aquatic activity.
  • To teach Lifesaving Society, Swim for Life and Lifesaving programs and all other programs as required.
  • To provide ongoing leadership to the Leaders in Training (L.I.T).
  • To attend and actively participate throughout all in-service staff training programs.
  • To guard during all required swims as scheduled, including but not limited to lane swim, aquatic fitness, public swim, rentals etc.
  • To maintain and complete all lesson plans, worksheets, and guarding reports as required.
  • To maintain a good working relationship with County of Brant sponsored programs.
  • To report any potential safety hazards, accidents or problems immediately to the Aquatics and Active Living Coordinator.
  • To take payments, provide customer service and complete administrative tasks.
  • To assist in the duties outlined by the Aquatics and Active Living Coordinator.
  • Other duties as assigned.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Minimum two years experience in an aquatics setting.
  • Up to date Vulnerable Sector Police Records check
  • Current Standard First Aid and CPR level C & AED
  • Lifesaving Society NL – National Lifeguarding
  • Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor
  • Lifesaving Society Lifesaving Instructor
Duration: May to August (Up to 44 hours/week)
Hourly Rate: $23.62 (2024)
Posting closes Monday February 10, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. #LI-DNI
The County of Brant is committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. Accessibility accommodations are available for all stages of the recruitment process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise the County if you require accommodation.
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