LIfeguard Instructor

At a glance

• Posted August 28, 2026
• Classification: Casual
• Wage: Band 3 - $31.56 per hour
• No guarantee of hours
• Must be available weekdays, evenings, and weekends
• Union: Canadian Union of Public Employees (C.U.P.E.) Local 401

Full posting

Posted August 28, 2026 Department: Aquatics Classification: Casual Duties & Required See attached Job Description Qualifications: Rate of Pay: Band 3 - $31.56 per hour Hours of Work: No guarantee of hours Parks, Recreation and Culture is a seven-day per week operation and require employees to be available for work weekdays, evenings and weekends. Conditions of Automatic wage deposit Employment: Applicant must provide proof of legal eligibility to work in Canada Union: Canadian Union of Public Employees (C.U.P.E.) Local 401 Benefits: As per the Collective Agreement Reporting To: Programmer - Aquatics This job posting will remain open until filled. For further information please contact Tami-Lyn Stephen, Programmer – Aquatics at 250.245.6414 ext. 6232: tstephen@ladysmith.ca If you are interested in applying for the position, send a detailed resume which notes your qualifications and experience relevant to the job description in a WORD or PDF format only to: Trish McConnell, Manager of Human Resources City Hall, 410 Esplanade, PO Box 220 Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A2 Email: careers@ladysmith.ca ; Ph: 250.245.6412; Fax: 250.245.6411 We would like to thank all who apply, but only those applicants selected for an interview will be acknowledged. Per CUPE Agreement Article 15.02: “applicants for this position shall agree that in the event of a grievance regarding filling of this posting, interview and selection documentation shall be released to the union.” The Town of Ladysmith is committed to diversity and inclusivity in our employment practices. We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. The Town of Ladysmith provides its employees the opportunity to make a positive and meaningful impact on the daily lives of the public we serve. Are you looking for a dynamic and interesting career? The Town of Ladysmith is seeking a self-motivated professional for our Aquatics Department LIFEGUARD INSTRUCTOR Internal/External Competition #2026-28 Updated January 2023 POSITION DESCRIPTION TITLE: LIFEGUARD / INSTRUCTOR DEPARTMENT: AQUATICS DIVISION: PARKS, RECREATION & CULTURE CATEGORY: UNION CUPE LOCAL 401 BAND: 3 GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY Under the direction of the Aquatic Programmer, this position is responsible for ensuring the safety of patrons in and around the pool area, maintaining the pool area in a safe and clean condition, exhibiting leadership qualities while instructing and lifeguarding within the aquatic programs offered and providing general supervision of pool activities. PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES o Lifeguards and instructs assigned programs. o Promotes an atmosphere of good relations with the public and staff. o Ensures that aquatic activities are carried out in a safe manner and in accordance with established rules and regulations. o Performs pool maintenance tasks as required, including such duties as indicated on the Daily Guard Report. o Attends professional development training as directed. o Other related duties as required. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY 1. Minimum grade 10 education. 2. A minimum of one (1) year recent experience in a lifeguard/instructor role. 3. Current certification in: o Lifesaving Swim Instructor o National Lifeguard Award – Pool Option 4. Valid Standard 1 st Aid certification. 5. Valid CPR, level C certification. 6. Satisfactory criminal record check / personal information check. 7. Demonstrated knowledge of safe work procedures, practices and obligations. 8. Demonstrated initiative with specific direction; completing tasks by removing barriers and locating necessary resources. 9. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a wide variety of situations applying diplomacy and interpersonal skill to establish and maintain productive relationships. 10. Demonstrated high level of focus on internal and external client service continuously seeking ways to meet and exceed expectations. 11. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively within a team and with Town employees, stakeholders and partners to achieve optimal results. 12. Demonstrated ability to react to any emergency situation in a competent manner with excellent decision making abilities. 13. Demonstrates valuing diversity.