Lifeguard

Join the City of Medicine Hat as a Lifeguard

Casual, On-Site

Dive into an exciting opportunity with The City of Medicine Hat! We're looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Lifeguards. This role is your chance to ensure the safety and enjoyment of our community at our aquatic facilities. Bring your energy, leadership, and lifesaving skills to a team that values growth, teamwork, and fun!

Your Key Responsibilities

• Supervise aquatic activities, ensuring the safety of all patrons.
• Respond swiftly to emergencies and provide first aid as needed.
• Maintain the cleanliness and functionality of pool areas and equipment.
• Offer suggestions to improve operational practices for a better experience.
• Represent the City of Medicine Hat with professionalism and positivity.
  
  

What You Bring

• Strong decision-making skills in high-pressure situations.
• Physical fitness meeting the standards outlined in the National Lifeguard Award.
• A team-oriented mindset with excellent interpersonal and leadership abilities.
• Confidence to take initiative and lead by example in a team environment.
• Dependability and a proactive approach to your responsibilities.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule consisting of days, nights, weekends, and statutory holidays.
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 16 years.
• Possess a current:
• National Lifeguard Pool (NL – Pool) Award
• National Lifeguard Waterpark (NL – WP) Award
• National Lifeguard Waterfront (NL – WF) Award
• Standard First Aid (Level "C" CPR) Certificate, issued within the last twelve months at time of hiring.
• Starfish Aquatic Instructor (SAI) Certificate
• Equivalent combination of approved training and experience considered.
  
  

Additional Requirements: This position has been identified as Safety Sensitive and requires the completion of a satisfactory pre-employment drug screen. There will also be a requirement to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check and Intervention Record Check.

Why join us?

• Make a Difference: Contribute to the growth and development of our employees, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional advancement.
• Collaborative Environment: Work with passionate professionals dedicated to achieving excellence and driving positive change.
• Career Growth Opportunities: Access ongoing training, development programs, and advancement opportunities to support your professional growth.
• Competitive rate of pay: Starting at $23.86 /hour.
  
  

Please note: This is an open posting, and we are continuously accepting applications for Lifeguards. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis as positions become available.

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