Recreation Worker IV - Lifeguard/Instructor (up to 15) - Auxiliary Municipality: Township of Langley This posting closed on April 7, 2024 at 11:59 PM Job ID: 24-B002 (Please quote job ID on resume when applying) Department: Recreation Programs and Services Job Description: Job Title: Recreation Worker IV – Lifeguard/Instructor (up to 15) Competition Number: 24-B002 Employment Type: Auxiliary Pay Rate: $27.30 - $31.97 per hour (five steps, 2024 rates), plus 13.5% in lieu of benefits Hours of Work: Non-standard hours and/or non-standard work weeks Competition Opening Date: March 8, 2024 Competition Internal Closing Date: April 7, 2024 Competition External Closing Date: April 7, 2024 Job Overview The Township of Langley is currently recruiting for up to 15 auxiliary Recreation Worker IV - Lifeguard/Instructors to join our team of professionals in the Recreation Division, Recreation Programs and Services Department. Reporting to the Community Recreation Manager, you will be responsible in this unionized position for providing lifeguarding functions as well as instructional duties for a variety of aquatic programs. Responsibilities • Perform lifeguarding duties, ensuring the safety of patrons utilizing the aquatic facility and supervising the use of the swimming and related recreation areas • Perform custodial and janitorial duties relative to the aquatic facility • Perform scheduled maintenance tasks with respect to pool water, facilities and equipment such as filters, chlorinators and related water treatment equipment • Conduct instructional and recreational aquatic programs for all age ranges and for a variety of community groups with special needs • Perform related work as required Qualifications • Completion of Grade 10 and completion of Pool Operator’s and/or Lifesaving Society Instructor courses, or an equivalent combination of training and experience • Sound knowledge of the theory and practice of lifesaving, artificial respiration and first aid • Working knowledge of teaching methods and group leadership techniques emphasizing instruction in water safety and aquatic skills • Working knowledge of pool chemistry, of water filtration, chlorination, heating and related pool equipment and procedures • Ability to display sound aquatic skills and to instruct in these skills at standards set by relevant authorities • A minimum of two years lifeguarding with previous supervisory experience is preferred • Occupational First Aid is considered an asset This position is defined by the Township of Langley as a position of trust and requires a Police Information Check (not required as part of the application process, however, will be required upon consideration for employment). Required Certifications/Licenses Candidates must have the following valid and current certifications/licenses (must be valid at the time the posting closes) and these must be attached with your application. • Lifesaving Society Swim for Life Instructor Certification • National Lifeguard Pool Certification • Standard First Aid, AED and CPR Level ‘C’ Certification • Successful candidates must be a minimum of 16 years • National Lifeguard Waterpark Certification (Note: this certification is currently under review and at this time applications without a valid National Lifeguard Waterpark certificate will be accepted) Applications without the attached required documents above will be deemed incomplete and may not be considered. Please title your attachments with the number of this competition and have these documents ready to upload when you apply Candidates will be required to attend the mandatory skills screening assessment and General Meeting on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 and Skills Screening on Sunday April 21, 2024. Further information will be provided to shortlisted candidates. Candidates who are unable to attend these dates may not be considered. Apply Now Visit tol.ca/careers to apply for this exciting career opportunity in a growing community. The Township of Langley is an equal opportunity employer. We appreciate all applications; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. Address: Township of Langley 4th Floor Civic Facility 20338 65 Avenue Langley, BC, V2Y 3J1 E-mail: hrinfo@tol.ca Fax: 604.533.6129 Opening Date: March 8, 2024 08:30 AM Closing Date: April 7, 2024 11:59 PM Back