Aquatic Instructor

Job Number: 3980
Classification Title: Aquatic Instructor
Posted On: Oct 5, 2009
Closing Date – 11:00pm on: Jan 3, 2010
Number of Openings (up to): 50 – Casual Ongoing Part-time
Union: CUPE Local 30
Department: Programs & Events Section -Includes Archives and Kinsmen Sports Centre (Community Services Department)
Work Location(s):
Bonnie Doon Leisure Centre (010)
8648 – 81 St
Edmonton, T6C 2V9

Confederation Leisure Centre, 11204 – 43 Ave (027)
Edmonton, T6J 0X8

Millwoods Recreation Centre, 7207 – 28 Ave (160)
Edmonton, T6K 3Z3

Hardisty Fitness & Leisure Centre, 10535 – 65 St (095)
Edmonton, T6A 3X7

Eastglen Leisure Centre, 11410 – 68 St (084)
Edmonton, T5B 1P1

Londonderry Leisure Centre, 14528 – 66 St (109)
Edmonton, T5C 3R7

ACT Aquatic & Recreation Centre (006)
2909 113 AVE NW
Edmonton, T5W 0P3

Peter Hemingway Fitness Centre, 13808 – 111 Ave (124), T6J 0T8

O’Leary Leisure Centre (118)
8804 – 132 Ave
Edmonton, T5E 0T8

Kinsmen Sports & Fitness Centre, 9100 Walterdale Hill (104)
Edmonton, T6E 2V3

Jasper Place Fitness & Leisure Centre, 9200 – 163 St (155)
Edmonton, T5R 0A7

Grand Trunk Fitness & Leisure Centre, 13025 – 112 St (094)
Edmonton, T5E 6E4

Description:
The Community Services Department is looking for energetic, responsible and qualified individuals to work as Aquatic Instructors at various fitness and leisure centres. We also offer specialized training to assist with finding employment in this expanding market. Responsibilities for an Aquatics Instructor will include:

* Instructing aquatic lessons for children, youth, and/or adults.
* Evaluating class participant performance.
* Maintaining a safe environment for customers and staff in and around the water and at the leisure centre.
* Preparing lectures, evaluations, progress cards, routine reports, seasonal statistics, evaluations and assessment sheets as required.
* Interacting with staff and supervisors to keep current on new techniques.
* Willingness to participate in the applicable in-service programs.
* Maintaining instructional equipment used during lessons.
* Performing other related work as required.

Job Requirements:

* Completion of the 10th grade, and minimum of 16 years of age.
* Possession of Canadian Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certification.
* Lifesaving Society Bronze Cross or Lifesaving Society Bronze Medallion.
* All awards must be kept current according to certifying organizations’ standards.
* Other Aquatic Instructor Certifications would be considered an asset: Lifesaving Society Instructor Award (LSI), Lifesaving Society “Swimmer” Instructor award, and Sears I Can Swim (ICS) teacher certification.

For information on how to obtain your Aquatic Instructor certifications, contact Kevin Lillijord at 780 496-6956

NOTE: A security clearance is a condition of employment. The successful candidate will be required to obtain a Security Clearance letter from the Edmonton Police Service or local RCMP detachment.

HOURS OF WORK: 4 – 30 hours per week, Sunday – Saturday. Shifts vary based on facility operating and programming hours.

SALARY RANGE: 10M, Salary Grade: 001, $14.807 – 17.942 (Hourly). The rates quoted are in accordance with a collective agreement between the Union and the City of Edmonton.

GENERAL: CUPE Local 30 members are requested to send a copy of their application for this competition to the union office. The City of Edmonton thanks all applicants for their interest in this employment opportunity; however, only those candidates considered for the position will be contacted. Applications will be regularly reviewed for consideration as staffing needs arise throughout the year.

The Province of Alberta is a signatory to the federal Agreement on Internal Trade and the Trade, Investment and Labour Mobility Agreement with British Columbia. The City of Edmonton will accept extra-provincial qualifications which are accepted by Alberta regulatory authorities and legislation in accord with those Agreements.
For more information, kindly contact Government of Alberta, Advanced Education and Technology with respect to trade requirements, or the Alberta professional regulatory body responsible for certification

HUMAN RESOURCE CONSULTANT: KC/JZ

Lifeguard

Job Number: 3947
Classification Title: Lifeguard
Posted On: Nov 13, 2009
Closing Date – 11:00pm on: Nov 18, 2009
Number of Openings (up to): 5 – Casual Ongoing Part-time
Union: CUPE Local 30
Department: Recreation and Leisure Centres -Includes Millwoods Recreation Centre (Community Services Department)
Work Location(s):
Various Locations (190), (City Wide)

Description:

The Recreation Facilities Services Branch is currently recruiting energetic, responsible individuals with a strong commitment to customer service and safety, to work as Lifeguards at various fitness and leisure centres. Responsibilities include:

* Lifeguarding, safeguarding and supervising the customers using the facility in accordance with established policies and procedures
* Reacting to emergency situations and performing First Aid as required
* Providing quality customer service to facility patrons
* Providing lead hand direction to junior staff
* Preparing and submitting administrative reports as required
* Checking and regulating chemical feed equipment to ensure adherence to public health standards, in addition to adjusting and making minor repairs and backwashing filters
* Performing scheduled water tests
* Directing and performing maintenance duties including the cleaning of the swimming pool, locker rooms, washrooms, offices and other amenities located within the facility
* Acting as a shift supervisor in the absence of the Facility Foreman or the Facility Programmer
* Performing other related duties as required

Job Requirements:

* Completion of the twelfth (12th) school grade
* Minimum of 18 years of age
* Possession of National Lifeguard Service Certificate -.L.S.S.C., Aquatic Emergency Care Award – L.S.S.C., Basic Rescuer Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification, and Bronze Cross – L.S.S.C. or lifeguard certification which has been recognized and approved by the Community Services Department
* Knowledgeable in using respiratory protection including Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) is required for some duties included in this position
* Compliance with the City of Edmonton’s Code of Practice for Respiratory Protective Equipment, including medical monitoring is a requirement for this position
* AED Provider awards would be an asset
* Must have excellent communication and customer service skills

Assets:
* Experience in working with the public, lifeguarding major swim meets
* Experience with pool mechanical systems and facility HVAC mechanical systems
* Certifications in the RFP Pool Operators Level I and Building Operators Level I an asset
* MS Office and computer experience

NOTE:

* A security clearance is a condition of employment. The successful candidate will be required to obtain a Security Clearance letter from the Edmonton Police Department.
* Lifeguards must successfully complete the Swimming Pool Operators Certificate, Level I – A.A.R.F.P., Red Cross Instructor award or equivalent as recognized and approved by the Community Services Department, within one year of appointment to permanent status. These certificates would be an asset for all non-permanent lifeguards.
* All certifications must be kept current according to the certification organization standards
* Must be willing to complete the applicable in-service programs
* Where appropriate, applicants may be required to participate in job specific testing

HOURS OF WORK: 10 – 30 hours per week, Sunday – Saturday with variable 8 hour shifts. Shifts vary based on facility operating hours, from 4:30 am – 11:00 pm. Ability to work weekends/holidays is required.

SALARY RANGE: 10M, Salary Grade: 008, $17.169 – $23.029 (Hourly). The rates quoted are in accordance with a collective agreement between the Union and the City of Edmonton.

GENERAL: CUPE Local 30 members are requested to send a copy of their application for this competition to the union office. The City of Edmonton thanks all applicants for their interest in this employment opportunity; however, only those candidates considered for the position will be contacted. KC/JZ

Swim Instructor/Lifeguard – CFB Edmonton

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY OFFRE D’EMPLOI

COMPETITION NUMBER:
EDM-09-093 NUMÉRO DE CONCOURS :
EDM-09-093

This Category I position is open to all interested parties. Toutes les personnes intéressées peuvent postuler ce poste de catégorie I.

Swim Instructor/Lifeguard
Non-Public Funds
Personnel Support Programs
Community Recreation
CFB Edmonton
Casual Position

Under the supervision of the Aquatics Coordinator, the Swim Instructor/Lifeguard plans and prepares swimming lessons, instructs students at their appropriate level in accordance with guidelines set out by Red Cross and Lifesaving Society programs and provides feedback to participants and/or parents with recommendations for improvements. He/she performs lifeguard duties and participates in meetings and in-service training, clinics and club events. She/He opens and closes the aquatic facility, ensures the safety of all participants while in the pool facility and assists in maintaining the pool office, pool deck and storage areas in a neat and tidy manner.

Qualifications:
- High school diploma AND some experience
OR
- An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience will also be considered
AND
- Current National Lifeguard Service Certificate (NLS) qualifications
- Current CPR and Basic First Aid qualifications
- Current Red Cross certification
- Current Lifesaving Instructor certification

Language requirement: English essential, bilingualism (French / English) an asset.

Knowledge Requirements Experience Requirements
- Of life guarding/safety techniques and procedures
- Of instructional techniques
- Of injury prevention practices
- Of health and safety practices - In dealing with the public
- In providing customer service
- In performing lifeguard duties
- In dealing with children
- In the implementation of training and practice sessions
- In the development and implementation of individual training plans
- In cash handling
- In using software for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, e-mail, and Internet browsing

Salary: $ 12.80 /hr – $ 14.35 /hr

Successful candidate will be prepared to commence employment as soon as possible.

NPF employees must demonstrate the following core characteristics: team player, customer focus, positive attitude, excellence, and competence.

NPF is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity and invites applications from Women, Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and Visible Minorities.
To receive this job poster in an alternative format, please contact the NPF Human Resources Manager.

Eligible candidates should submit a resume clearly outlining their ability to fulfill all position requirements by mail to: NPF Human Resources, Edmonton Garrison, PO Box 10500, Station Forces, Bldg 181A, Edmonton, AB T5J 4J5, by fax at (780) 973-4162, by e-mail to npfhredm@cfpsa.com or online at www.cfpsa.com. Applications must be received before 1600 hrs on 02 September 2009.

Please note that only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. If you have special needs and require accommodation measures for the selection process, please notify the NPF Human Resources Manager at that time.

FRANÇAIS AU VERSO

This Category I position is open to all interested parties. Toutes les personnes intéressées peuvent postuler ce poste de catégorie I.

Monitrice de natation/Sauveteure
ou Moniteur de natation/Sauveteur
Fonds non publics
Programmes de soutien du personnel
Loisirs communautaires
BFC Edmonton
Poste occasionnel

Sous la surveillance du Sous la surveillance du Coordonnatrice ou Coordonnateur des Activités Aquatiques, la ou le titulaire du poste planifie et prépare des cours de natation, enseigne aux étudiants selon leur niveau approprié, conformément aux lignes directrices établies dans les programmes de la Croix-Rouge et de la Société de sauvetage, et fournit des commentaires aux participants et/ou aux parents ainsi que des recommandations pour améliorer les performances. Elle ou il exerce des fonctions de sauveteur et participe à des réunions, à de la formation en cours d’emploi, à des cours pratiques et à des activités de club. De plus, la ou le titulaire du poste ouvre et ferme les installations aquatiques, veille à la sécurité de tous les participants pendant qu’ils sont dans l’installation de la piscine et aide à maintenir le bureau de la piscine, le bord de la piscine et les aires d’entreposage bien rangés.

Qualification :
- Diplôme d’études secondaires ET de l’expérience
OU
- Une combinaison acceptable d’études, de formation et/ou d’expérience sera aussi considérée
ET
- Certificat valide de Sauveteur national
- Certificats valides de RCR et de secourisme élémentaire
- Certificat valide de la Croix-Rouge
- Certificat valide de Moniteur en sauvetage

Exigences linguistiques : L’anglais est essentiel et le français est considéré comme un atout.

Connaissances requises Expérience requise
- Des techniques et des procédures de sécurité et de sauvetage
- Des techniques d’enseignement
- Des pratiques relatives à la prévention des blessures
- Des pratiques relatives à la santé et la sécurité - Des rapports avec le public
- De la prestation du service à la clientèle
- Des fonctions de sauveteur
- Des rapports avec des enfants
- De la mise en œuvre de séances d’entraînement et de pratique
- De l’élaboration et de la mise en œuvre de plans d’entraînement individuels
- De la manipulation de l’argent
- De l’utilisation de logiciels de traitement de texte, de tableur, de présentation, de base de données, de courriel et de navigation dans Internet

Rémunération : 12,80 $/h – 14,35 $/h

La candidate ou le candidat retenu doit être prêt à entrer en fonction dès que possible.

Les employés des FNP doivent mettre en évidence les qualités fondamentales suivantes : esprit d’équipe, accent sur le client, attitude positive, excellence et compétence.

Les FNP souscrivent au principe de l’équité en matière d’emploi et de la diversité, et invitent les femmes, les Autochtones, les personnes handicapées et les membres des minorités visibles à poser leur candidature.

Pour obtenir cet avis de concours dans un média substitut, veuillez communiquer avec le gestionnaire des ressources humaines des FNP.

Les personnes admissibles doivent soumettre leur curriculum vitae décrivant clairement leur capacité de répondre à toutes les exigences du poste par courrier à : Ressources humaines des FNP, Garrison Edmonton, C.P. 10500, succ. Forces, Bldg 181A, Edmonton, AB T5J 4J5, par fax au (780) 973-4162 ou par courriel à l’adresse npfhredm@cfpsa.com ; elles peuvent aussi postuler en ligne à www.aspfc.com. Les candidatures doivent être reçues avant 16 h le 2 septembre 2009.

Veuillez noter que nous ne communiquerons qu’avec les personnes convoquées à une entrevue. Si vous avez des besoins spéciaux et nécessitez des mesures d’adaptation dans le cadre du processus de sélection, veuillez en aviser le gestionnaire des ressources humaines des FNP à ce moment.

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Swim Instructor/Lifeguard – CFB Edmonton

This Category I unionized position is open to all interested parties.  Preference will be granted in accordance with the Collective Agreement for the UFCW bargaining unit for Category I NPF employees at CFB Edmonton.

Toutes les personnes intéressées peuvent postuler ce poste syndiqué de catégorie I. La préférence sera accordée conformément à la convention collective de l’unité de négociation d’UFCW des employés des FNP de catégorie I à la BFC Edmonton.

 

 

Under the supervision of the Aquatics Coordinator, the Swim Instructor/Lifeguard plans and prepares swimming lessons, instructs students at their appropriate level in accordance with guidelines set out by Red Cross and Lifesaving Society programs and provides feedback to participants and/or parents with recommendations for improvements. He/she performs lifeguard duties and participates in meetings and in-service training, clinics and club events. She/He opens and closes the aquatic facility, ensures the safety of all participants while in the pool facility and assists in maintaining the pool office, pool deck and storage areas in a neat and tidy manner.

 

Qualifications:

-       High school diploma AND some experience

OR

-       An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience will also be considered

AND

-       Current National Lifeguard Service (NLS) – Pool Option qualification

-       Current CPR Level C and Standard First Aid qualifications

-       Current Water Safety Instructor certification

-       Current Lifesaving Instructor certification

 

Language requirement: English essential, bilingualism (French / English) an asset. 

 

Knowledge Requirements	Experience Requirements
-   Of life guarding/safety techniques and procedures -   Of instructional techniques -   Of injury prevention practices -   Of health and safety practices	-  In dealing with the public -  In providing customer service -  In performing lifeguard duties -  In dealing with children -  In the implementation of training and practice sessions -  In the development and implementation of individual training plans -  In cash handling -  In using software for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, e-mail, and Internet browsing

 

Salary: $12.80/hr – $ 14.35/hr

 

Successful candidate will be prepared to commence employment as soon as possible.

 

NPF employees must demonstrate the following core characteristics:  team player, customer focus, positive attitude, excellence, and competence.

 

NPF is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity and invites applications from Women, Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and Visible Minorities.

To receive this job poster in an alternative format, please contact the NPF Human Resources Manager.

 

Eligible candidates should submit a resume clearly outlining their ability to fulfill all position requirements by mail to: NPF Human Resources, Edmonton Garrison, PO Box 10500, Station Forces, Bldg 181A, Edmonton, AB T5J 4J5, by fax at (780) 973-4162, by e-mail to npfhredm@cfpsa.com or online at www.cfpsa.com. Applications must be received before 1600 hrs on 07 May 2009.

 

Please note that only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.  If you have special needs and require accommodation measures for the selection process, please notify the NPF Human Resources Manager at that time.

 

 FRANÇAIS AU VERSO

 

This Category I unionized position is open to all interested parties.  Preference will be granted in accordance with the Collective Agreement for the UFCW bargaining unit for Category I NPF employees at CFB Edmonton.

Toutes les personnes intéressées peuvent postuler ce poste syndiqué de catégorie I. La préférence sera accordée conformément à la convention collective de l’unité de négociation d’UFCW des employés des FNP de catégorie I à la BFC Edmonton.

 

 

Sous la surveillance du Coordonnatrice ou Coordonnateur des Activités Aquatiques, la ou le titulaire du poste planifie et prépare des cours de natation, enseigne aux étudiants selon leur niveau approprié, conformément aux lignes directrices établies dans les programmes de la Croix-Rouge et de la Société de sauvetage, et fournit des commentaires aux participants et/ou aux parents ainsi que des recommandations pour améliorer les performances. Elle ou il exerce des fonctions de sauveteur et participe à des réunions, à de la formation en cours d’emploi, à des cours pratiques et à des activités de club. De plus, la ou le titulaire du poste ouvre et ferme les installations aquatiques, veille à la sécurité de tous les participants pendant qu’ils sont dans l’installation de la piscine et aide à maintenir le bureau de la piscine, le bord de la piscine et les aires d’entreposage bien rangés.

 

Qualification :

-       Diplôme d’études secondaires ET de l’expérience

OU

-       Une combinaison acceptable d’études, de formation et/ou d’expérience sera aussi considérée

ET

-       Certificat valide de Sauveteur national – option piscine

-       Certificats valides de RCR Niveau C et de secourisme général

-       Certificat valide de moniteur de sécurité aquatique de la Croix-Rouge

-       Certificat valide de Moniteur en sauvetage

 

Exigences linguistiques : L’anglais est essentiel et le français est considéré comme un atout.

Connaissances requises

Expérience requise

-   Des techniques et des procédures de sécurité et de sauvetage -   Des techniques d’enseignement -   Des pratiques relatives à la prévention des blessures -   Des pratiques relatives à la santé et la sécurité

-   Des rapports avec le public -   De la prestation du service à la clientèle -   Des fonctions de sauveteur -   Des rapports avec des enfants -   De la mise en œuvre de séances d’entraînement et de pratique -   De l’élaboration et de la mise en œuvre de plans d’entraînement individuels -   De la manipulation de l’argent -   De l’utilisation de logiciels de traitement de texte, de tableur, de présentation, de base de données, de courriel et de navigation dans Internet

 

Rémunération : 12,80 $/h – 14,35 $/h

 

La candidate ou le candidat retenu doit être prêt à entrer en fonction dès que possible.

 

Les employés des FNP doivent mettre en évidence les qualités fondamentales suivantes : esprit d’équipe, accent sur le client, attitude positive, excellence et compétence.

 

Les FNP souscrivent au principe de l’équité en matière d’emploi et de la diversité, et invitent les femmes, les Autochtones, les personnes handicapées et les membres des minorités visibles à poser leur candidature.

 

Pour obtenir cet avis de concours dans un média substitut, veuillez communiquer avec le gestionnaire des ressources humaines des FNP.

 

Les personnes admissibles doivent soumettre leur curriculum vitae décrivant clairement leur capacité de répondre à toutes les exigences du poste par courrier à : Ressources humaines des FNP, Garrison Edmonton, C.P. 10500, succ. Forces, Bldg 181A, Edmonton, AB T5J 4J5, par fax au (780) 973-4162 ou par courriel à l’adresse npfhredm@cfpsa.com ; elles peuvent aussi postuler en ligne à www.aspfc.com. Les candidatures doivent être reçues avant 16 h le 7 mai 2009.

 

Veuillez noter que nous ne communiquerons qu’avec les personnes convoquées à une entrevue. Si vous avez des besoins spéciaux et nécessitez des mesures d’adaptation dans le cadre du processus de sélection, veuillez en aviser le gestionnaire des ressources humaines des FNP à ce moment.

 

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