Assistant Instructor Guard (Student) (3) (Nu 44.23)

Position Description:

• Attend aquatic division meetings and in-house training sessions that are organized by the Supervisor, Aquatics
• Work according to Health and Safety Act, Life Saving Society Standards and County policies
• Assist the Instructors Guards at the Delhi Kinsmen Pool by helping at the front counter, which includes: handling money (public swims, registrations, concession stands), answering phones, processing registrations,, dispensing concession stand candy and providing patrons with information pertaining to the programs run at the Delhi Kinsmen pool
• Assist with special pool programs and special County aquatic events/water safety initiatives
• Other duties assigned by the Supervisor, Aquatics
• Participate in team building with all staff
• Assist the Instructor Guard with the instruction of programs by organizing equipment, providing demonstrations of skills and/or strokes, providing feedback and any additional support required by the instructor
• Assist with the general facility maintenance, which includes: taking water readings, performing daily cleaning duties/weekly checks, cleaning change rooms, showers and washroom areas as required, and ensuring safety equipment is maintained to acceptable working condition

Requirements

Knowledge and Experience: *All qualifications need to be current

• Standard First Aid with C.P.R. Level C
• Must be currently enrolled in a secondary education institution or institution of high learning on a full-time basis and be returning to school full-time at the next available term.
• High 5 – Principles of Healthy Child Development – an asset
• LSS Swim Instructor certification – an asset
• Must be at least 15 years old, with the intent to complete aquatic qualifications to become fully certified
• Must hold a minimum of current LSS Bronze Cross certificate
• National Lifeguard Award - an asset
• LSS Assistant Instructor certification – an asset

Skills and Abilities:

• Good communication skills
• Must be aware of safe work practices as they relate to job responsibilities and work environment and have the basic understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Must be self-motivated and self-directed
• Capable of working effectively in a “team” environment
• Must have the ability to provide leadership in instructional classes

Benefits

Position: Assistant Instructor Guard (Student) (3 positions)

Note: The successful candidate can transition to an Instructor Guard position once the necessary experience and training requirements have been met.

Posting #: NU 44.23

Job Code: 3STAST

Status: Student (8 hours per week)

Employee Group: Non-Union

Salary: $15.50 per hour

Division: Community Development

Department: Recreation

Reports To: Supervisor, Aquatics

Location: Annaleise Carr Aquatic Centre and possible seasonal work at Delhi Kinsmen Pool

Posting Period: July 5, 2023 to August 7, 2023

Note: Must be willing to work weekends, evenings and holidays

The Corporation of Norfolk County is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Successful applicants are required to provide the Employer with a current Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector where required and verification of education.

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those to be interviewed will be contacted.