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TOWN OF BARRHEAD
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
AQUATIC SUPERVISOR
The Town of Barrhead is presently accepting applications for the position of Aquatic Supervisor for the Barrhead Kinsmen Aquatic Centre. The position involves the operation of a 25 meter lane indoor pool, sauna, hot tub, and kiddie pool. The Aquatic Supervisor will be responsible for supervising the overall regulation of the aquatic facility, including pool maintenance and operations, staff training, supervision and scheduling, administration/implementation of programs and activities, as well as guarding and instructional activities. The Aquatic Supervisor will report to Recreation Director and work in collaboration with recreation staff.
Minimum Qualifications:
· National Lifeguard Service (NLS)
· Pool Operator I (with preference given to level II or III)
· Current Standard First Aid and CPR (or equivalent)
· Lifesaving Instructor
· Red Cross Water Safety Instructor
· Strong Public Relation Skills
*Additional qualifications will be considered an asset. Some of these may include NLSI, WSIT, FAI.
Please submit your application with references and salary expectations by 4:30 pm on May 20, 2009 to
Tommy Phillips, Recreation Director
Town of Barrhead
Box 4112
Barrhead,AB
T7N 1A2
email: tommy.phillips232@gmail.com
fax: 780-674-2554
ph #: 780-674-2532
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Purpose: Introduce stride entries
Description:
1. Have students practice different ways to enter the water without their heads going under.
2. Practice entering the water maximizing their surface area (spread arms and legs).
3. Have students enter minimizing their surface area (bring arms and legs close to the body).
4. Have students practice taking large steps on land.
5. Have students take large steps into the water. Emphasize the step, not a jump.
6. Have students take a large step into the water using their maximum surface area.
7. Demonstrate a stride jump and have students practice.
Todd Reade
Purpose: Identifying necessary boating equipment required by law
Equipment: Boating equipment, other pieces of aquatic equipment
Description:
1. Organize students into 2 or 3 teams.
2. Opposite each team, 15 m away place a pile of equipment. Each pile must contain some required boating equipment.
3. Students swim to the equipment, pick up a piece of equipment required by law for boating, and swim back with it on their stomach
4. The relay concludes when one team brings back all the required boating equipment.
Todd Reade
Details: WAGE SCALE $17.16 – $20.96/hr 40hr/week
The Town of High Level is seeking a highly motivated and responsible individual to fill one (1) position of Lifeguard/Instructor.
This position is 40 hrs/wk with a comprehensive benefits package after three months. This position will be responsible for lifeguarding facility programs, instructing facility swimming lessons, and performing day to day janitorial duties. The successful candidate will be a minimum of 18 years of age and have their current NLS, WSI and Standard First Aid with CPR awards. Flexible work hours are required. Candidates must have excellent communication and public relation skills.
Contact: Interested candidates are invited to contact the Manager of Recreation Services for a job description at aclarkson@highlevel.ca
Posted: Apr 1, 2009
Last Update: Apr 1, 2009
Details: The Town of High Level is seeking a highly motivated and responsible individual to fill one (1) position of Lifeguard/Instructor. This position is 40 hrs/wk with a comprehensive benefits package after three months. This position will be responsible for lifeguarding facility programs, instructing facility swimming lessons, and performing day to day janitorial duties.
The successful candidate will be a minimum of 18 years of age and have their current NLS, WSI and Standard First Aid with CPR awards. Flexible work hours are required. Candidates must have excellent communication and public relation skills.
WAGE SCALE: $17.16 – $20.96/hr 40hr/week
Contact: Interested candidates are invited to contact the Manager of Recreation Services for a job description at aclarkson@highlevel.ca
EMail: aclarkson@highlevel.ca
Posted: Mar 31, 2009
Last Update: Mar 31, 2009
Details: The Recreation and Community Services Department is accepting applications for the position of: Senior Lifeguard/Instructor
Group 2 – Step 1
Range $40,097 – $52,435
Housing Allowance – $450/mo.
Under the direction of the Aquatic Supervisor, the Senior Lifeguard/Instructor will be responsible for general operation of the Aquatic Centre including, but not limited to, lifeguarding, instructing, facility maintenance and janitorial duties.
Contact:
Please submit a resume and cover letter stating qualifications, experience and references to:
Terry Molenkamp
Director of Recreation & Community Services
Town of Hay River
73 Woodland Drive
Hay River, NT X0E 1G1
E-mail: rdeboer@hayriver.com
Application Deadline: Until Filled
Phone: 867-874-6522
Fax: 867-874-3237
EMail: rdeboer@hayriver.com
Posted: Mar 16, 2009
Last Update: Apr 1, 2009
CLASSIFICATION: Pool Shift Supervisor I
REPORTS TO: Pool Shift Supervisor II & Aquatic Centre Supervisor
SHIFT: Recreation Division: Shift, weekend, and overtime as per operational schedules.
RATE OF PAY: Starting Wage $16.15/hr
One Year Rate $17.80/hr
POSTING PERIOD: April 1, 2009 to April 14th
SUMMARY OF FUNCTION:
The City of Brooks requires a Pool Shift Supervisor I in the Recreation & Parks Services Department. This is a permanent position, primarily involved at the Aquatic Centre. The Incumbent must be experienced in basic pool operations, custodial and trouble-shooting techniques related to Aquatics. The incumbent will supervise and participate fully as a Lifeguard, and instruct Red Cross and Life Saving Courses. The incumbent will also assist the Aquatic Supervisor and Pool Shift Supervisor II’s in the implementation of Aquatic programming.
TRAINING & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Grade Twelve education or equivalent is required.
2. National Lifeguard Service
3. Water Safety Instructor
4. Standard First Aid Certification/ Aquatic Emergency Care
5. Pool Operator I Certificate
6. Valid Alberta Class 5 Drivers License.
DESIREABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Lifesaving Instructor / Bronze Examiner.
2. One to two years of aquatic experience
Contact: Please deliver resumes as follows:
Debbie Crossland, Aquatic Supervisor
City of Brooks
Email: dcrossland@brooks.ca
Fax: (403) 362-4416
APPLICATIONS MUST BE MADE WITHIN THE POSTING PERIOD IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED.
Fax: 403-362-4416
EMail: dcrossland@brooks.ca
Posted: Apr 1, 2009
Last Update: Apr 1, 2009
Genesis Place of the City of Airdrie, is currently accepting applications for an experienced lifeguard to fill the full time salaried position of Shift Leader to join our dynamic team of recreation specialists who encourage and promote the safe enjoyment of aquatic activities.
Applicants should be mature and responsible, exhibit strong leadership qualities, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to multitask. As part of the Aquatics team, key accountabilities include; lifeguarding, instructing aquatic programs, supervision of staff and pool area, oversee pool operations and maintenance, leadership of junior staff, as well as administrative duties as required.
The successful candidate must be 18+ years of age with a minimum of 2 years related lifeguarding experience and be able to work daytime, evening, and weekend shifts; plus have the flexibility to work different shifts each week. Qualifications include the following current awards;
- Current National Lifeguard Service award
- Red Cross Water Safety Instructor
- Standard First Aid and CPR C
The following awards would be considered an asset;
- AFLCA Aquatic Specialty status or CALA
- NLS Instructor
- Water Safety Instructor Trainer
- Standard First Aid Instructor
- Lifesaving Instructor
- Pool Operations Level 1
The City of Airdrie fosters a culture of accountability and values open dialogue, innovation and entrepreneurial spirit, collaborative relationships, continuous learning, vision-driven leadership, and employee well-being. The successful applicant will be required to provide a current and acceptable criminal record.
Salary Range: $31,537 – $40,682 per annum (Includes a comprehensive benefit package)
Closing Date: April 24 at 4:30 pm. Apply immediately as qualified candidates may be interviewed prior to the posted closing date.
Interested applicants are invited to forward a summary of qualifications and experience to: human.resources@airdrie.ca (City of Airdrie Human Resources, 400 Main Street SE, Airdrie, Alberta, T4B 3C3, fax (403) 948-8829).