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Recreation Worker IV - Lifeguard/Instructor (up to 20) - Auxiliary
Municipality: Township of Langley This posting closed on

October 17, 2024
at 4:30 PM
Job ID: 24-B030 (Please quote job ID on resume when applying)
Department: Recreation Programs and Services
Job Description: Job Title: Recreation Worker IV – Lifeguard/Instructor (up to 20)
Competition Number: 24-B030
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 non-standard work weeks
Competition Opening Date: October 3, 2024
Competition Internal/External Closing Date: October 17, 2024

Job Overview
The Township of Langley is currently recruiting for up to 20 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, preferably completion of Grade 12 and 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, CPR 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
• 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).

Candidates will be required to attend the mandatory skills screening assessment and General Meeting on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, 4:00pm – 7:30pm and a Skills Screening on Sunday, October 27, 2024, 9:00am – 4:30pm. Further information will be provided to shortlisted candidates. Candidates who are unable to attend these dates/times may not be considered.

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
• Must be a minimum of 16 years of age
• National Lifeguard Waterpark Certification (this certification will not be required at the time of hiring but will be required by April 1, 2025)
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.
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.
Web Address: tol.ca/careers
Address: Township of Langley
4th Floor Civic Facility
20338 65 Avenue
Langley, BC, V2Y 3J1
Opening Date: October 3, 2024 08:30 AM
Closing Date: October 17, 2024 04:30 PM

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