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Assistant Lifeguard/Swim Instructor

Posted 4 days ago

Job Details:

In-person
$17.00 / hour
Part-time
Entry Level

Benefits:

Flexible Work
Employee Assistance Program

Are you working through your Lifeguarding certifications and looking for some hands-on experience in a busy pool environment? We are currently accepting applications for Assistant Lifeguard/Swim Instructors to join our Aquatics team at the East Hants Aquatic Centre.

The East Hants Aquatic Centre is a busy community hub that includes a six-lane, 25-metre lap pool, leisure pool with spray features and ramp access, lazy river resistance moving-water pool, waterslide, climbing, outdoor splash park, multi-purpose room, and many more modern features.

Our Assistant Lifeguard/Swim Instructors work alongside trained aquatics staff to support all aspects of pool supervision and swim lesson instruction. Assistant Lifeguards gain on-the-job training in a busy pool environment while they work through completion of their Swim Instructor and National Lifeguard certification. Once fully certified, Assistant Lifeguards are eligible to take on the roles of fully trained Lifeguard and Swim Instructor, with the confidence of an experienced employee.

The ideal candidates will have the following certifications and background:

  • Bronze Cross with Intermediate First Aid
  • Swim Instructor certification a definite asset. Certification and willingness to accept swim instructor shifts within 12 months required.
  • Experience working in a customer focused environment an asset.
  • Experience working with and around children an asset.
  • Solid understanding of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging in a customer-focused environment.

Scheduling will include evenings and weekends. Please indicate your availability and Lifesaving Society Member ID in your application. All aquatics positions are subject to child abuse registry and criminal records checks.

Hours: 4-12 hours per week, depending on availability

Hourly Rate: $17.00 p/hour.

Deadline to apply: Ad will remain posted until positions are filled.

If you require an accommodation to assist in the application process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or (902) 883-6216.

Company Website: http://www.easthants.ca

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About Municipality of East Hants

About Municipality of East Hants

East Hants is a vibrant and fast-growing community with a unique offering of urban and rural living, bordering the Halifax Regional Municipality. East Hants is home to one of the youngest and fastest growing populations in Atlantic Canada with over 27% of the population being under age 25, and the second-highest population growth in Nova Scotia in 2021, behind the Halifax Regional Municipality.

The Municipality of East Hants offers diverse career opportunities, modern facilities, an innovative, continuous improvement culture, and a Flexible Work Policy with a focus on work-life balance.

We live a work culture of teamwork, trust, and service excellence where team members feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We are committed to personal and team professional development, are passionate about community, and are excited about being part of building the future in a fast-growing Municipality.

The main Municipal office is located at the Lloyd E. Matheson Centre in Elmsdale, NS. Additional worksites throughout East Hants include facilities for the Water Utility, the East Hants Aquatic Centre, the East Hants Sportsplex, Burntcoat Head Park, Fundy Tidal Interpretive Centre, the East Hants Waste Management Centre, and multiple parks, trails, and playgrounds.

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