Aquatic Instructor/Lifeguard (25-114)

Cornwall is a beautiful community with a population of 47,000 situated on the banks of the St. Lawrence River in Eastern Ontario. The city offers a wide array of urban amenities, making it an excellent place for a career and raising a family. With a growing economy, expanding population and fantastic quality of life, there has never been a better time to start the next phase of your career with the City of Cornwall! Cornwall is a diverse and progressive community where residents and partners feel safe, welcomed, and enjoy a high quality of life supported by access to financially responsible and sustainable municipal services and infrastructure.

Position Summary

The Aquatics Lifeguard/Instructor is responsible for ensuring the safety of all patrons in aquatic environments and providing high-quality swimming instruction. This role involves monitoring pool activities, preventing accidents, responding to emergencies, and delivering instructional programs that promote group aqua fitness, water safety and swimming techniques. The Lifeguard/Instructor maintains a strong focus on safety, customer service, and skill development in accordance with municipal and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor aquatic facilities, ensuring the safety of all patrons through vigilant monitoring and adherence to safety protocols.
• Provide emergency response, including first aid, water rescues, and CPR, as needed.
• Plan, organize, and deliver swimming lessons and water safety instruction following established curriculum guidelines.
• Ensure that all safety equipment and facilities are in good working condition, reporting hazards or maintenance needs promptly.
• Enforce facility rules and regulations in a professional and respectful manner to ensure a safe environment.
• Provide exceptional customer service, addressing patron inquiries and resolving concerns as needed.
• Support special aquatic events, programs, and outreach activities as required.
• Assist with the coordination of all recreational programs, implementation of staff training and day-to-day operations of the aquatic facility.
  
  

Position Requirements

Education & Certifications:

• Valid certification as a National Lifeguard, Swim Instructor, or Lifesaving Instructor.
• Valid Standard First Aid, CPR-C and AED
• Valid Aquafitness certificate from the Canadian Aquafitness Leaders Alliance, or equivalent.
  
  

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years recent related experience.
  
  

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Water Safety Knowledge: Strong understanding of water safety principles, rescue techniques, and emergency response procedures.
• Instructional Skills: Ability to effectively teach swimming techniques and water safety skills to diverse age groups and skill levels.
• Emergency Response: Proficiency in performing first aid, CPR, and water rescues in emergency situations.
• Communication: Excellent verbal communication skills to engage with participants, provide feedback, and enforce rules.
• Customer Service: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to create a positive, inclusive environment for all patrons.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to work effectively as part of a team of lifeguards and instructors.
• Attention to Detail: Vigilance in monitoring pool activities and identifying potential safety hazards.
• Physical Fitness: Ability to meet the physical demands of lifeguarding, including swimming, lifting, and performing rescues.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in indoor and outdoor aquatic environments, with exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and pool chemicals.
• Shift work, including weekends and holidays, will be required based on program schedules and facility needs.
• This role involves potential exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and pool chemicals.
• Cognitive demands include maintaining vigilant supervision of all swimmers in the class to identify signs of distress or unsafe behavior and clearly explaining techniques and demonstrating movements in a way that suits various ages, learning styles, and abilities.
• Physical demands include swimming, lifting, and standing for extended periods.
  
  

If selected for this role, you will need to provide:

• Successful reference check (two work-related references, with a minimum of one being a direct supervisor)
• Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check
• Proof of Certifications
  
  

Additional Information:

The Corporation of The City of Cornwall strives to promote and demonstrate the values of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. We are committed to reflecting the diversity of the community we serve and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds and abilities to apply. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Information collected will be handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

The City of Cornwall is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. At the City, we respect, encourage and celebrate our diversity. The City of Cornwall is committed to providing accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Please save a copy of this posting for your records. Please ensure that your application clearly demonstrates how you meet each of the required qualifications. Please note, selection for further consideration will be based on the information you provide in your application. Interviews may be conducted virtually through Microsoft Teams or in-person.