Head Lifeguard/Instructor

This competition is open to all applicants; however, internal applicants will be given priority consideration based on minimum qualifications, or a combination of experience, skills, and abilities before external applicants are considered.

This position has a term length of 1 year plus 1 day.

Location - This role is in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.

Reporting to the Coordinator, Aquatic Facility and Programs, this position is an integral member of the Campus & Community Recreation Team. Campus & Community Recreation supports the management of sport and recreation facilities, programs, services and events serving a variety of communities including University of Alberta students, staff, faculty, and general community members.

This position will act as the senior on-deck supervisor responsible for the real-time safety as well as mentorship of the lifeguarding and instructional team. This role will assists in training and in ensuring that all casual lifeguards and instructors maintain an exceptional standard of surveillance, client service, and curriculum delivery in absolute compliance with provincial legislation and university risk frameworks.

This position requires the ability to work variable hours including evenings and weekends as required.

• Performs all roles and duties of an Aquatics Lifeguard/Instructor.
• Assists the Coordinator, Aquatics Facility & Programs and Program Support Staff with the daily oversight of casual aquatics staff, pool patrons, and user groups while in the pool area.
• Assists with on-going casual staff training.
• In consultation with the Coordinator, design and conduct program needs assessment processes by evaluating client demand and program trends.
• On deck mentoring, coaching and training for lifeguards and instructors
• Conduct routine water quality tests (pH, chlorine levels), log findings in official logs, report imbalances to the RFO and Coordinator, and execute chemical adjustments as required.
• Monitor and maintain overall cleanliness, organization, and hazard-free conditions across pool decks, change rooms, guard stations, and general aquatic areas.
• Assist with Aquatic Center maintenance, operations and annual shutdown
• This is a Safety Sensitive Position.
  

• High School Diploma
• Cleared Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Current Lifesaving Society SFA/AEC and CPR C.
• Current Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard held in Alberta/NWT Lifesaving Society Branch.

• Current Lifesaving Society Instructor.

  Preferred

• Current advanced Instructor/Trainer status in at least one Aquatic specialty area (NLI FAI LSIT etc) is an asset.
• Current pool operator certification is an asset.
• Current knowledge of University of Alberta Aquatic’s health and safety policies and procedures is an asset.

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This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Campus Services offers a wide range of essential services to support our community right from the moment they first step on campus. This includes Augustana Food Services, Campus Bookstore, Conference Services, Campus and Community Recreation, Dining Services, ONEcard, Parking Services, Pharmacy, Retail Leasing, Residence Occupancy, Life, Education and Services, Saville Community Sports Centre, Transportation Services, and the University of Alberta Botanic Gardens.

The University of Alberta, its buildings, labs and research stations are primarily located on the territory of Néhiyaw (Cree), Niitsitapi (Blackfoot), Métis, Nakoda (Stoney), Dene, Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) and Anishinaabe (Ojibway/Saulteaux), lands that are now known as part of Treaties 6, 7 and 8 and homeland of the Métis. The University of Alberta respects the sovereignty, lands, histories, languages, knowledge systems and cultures of all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.