Lifeguard

<p><span><strong>Position

• </strong> Lifeguard</span></p> <p><span><strong>Department:</strong> Athletics</span></p> <p><span><strong>Reports to:</strong> Head of Aquatics</span></p> <p><span><strong>Starting date:</strong> ASAP</span></p> <p><span><strong>Salary:</strong> $21.20 - $25.00 per hour</span></p> <p><span>St. George&rsquo;s School is seeking lifeguards to work various part time shifts.</span></p> <ul> <li><span>Pool opening hours: 5:15am - 10:00pm.</span></li> <li><span>Shifts range from short 3-4hr to 8hr, mornings, daytimes, and evenings.</span></li> <li><span>Weekdays and some weekends</span></li> <li><span>Starting ASAP, either on a short-term or long-term basis.</span></li> </ul> <p><span> <br></br> </span></p> <p><span><strong>Qualifications will include:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span>Minimum two years full time lifeguard experience, with knowledge and practice of lifesaving, lifeguarding, and first aid.</span></li> <li><span>National Lifeguard Service (pool option), CPR Level C, and Standard First Aid Certification.</span></li> <li><span>WHIMS, Pool Operator, or other Aquatic operations related certification not required but considered an asset.</span></li> <li><span>WSI or other Aquatic teaching certifications are considered an asset.</span></li> <li><span>Sound knowledge of the rules and regulations governing safety in an indoor aquatic facility.</span></li> <li><span>Demonstrated ability to handle a variety of customer service situations in an aquatic facility.</span></li> <li><span>Ability to make appropriate decisions in an emergency situation.</span></li> <li><span>Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.</span></li> <li><span>Ability to work independently and cooperatively.</span></li> <li><span>Reliable and responsible, with proven ability to use good judgment.</span></li> <li><span>Ideal candidate will enjoy working in a school environment.</span></li> <li><span>Key competencies and
• EQ in the following areas: self-awareness, self-management, empathy, social expertness, initiative, and accountability.</span></li> </ul> <p><span> <br></br> </span></p> <p><span><strong>Responsibilities will include:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span>Ensuring the safety of swimmers and guests using the pool during all Junior and Senior School aquatics classes, practices, special sessions, staff swims, and user group rental bookings.</span></li> <li><span>Performing all levels of first aid as needed from simple minor issues through to managing major emergencies.</span></li> <li><span>Following Pool Operations and Safety manual guidelines.</span></li> <li><span>Performing and recording pool chemistry water tests.</span></li> <li><span>Assisting with regular daily light maintenance, cleaning and related work as needed and directed by the Head of Aquatics.</span></li> <li><span>Maintains an &lsquo;eyes and ears&rsquo; approach to overseeing the entire pool facility as the primary and often solo guard.</span></li> <li><span>Potential to assist with pool operations duties and/or teaching assistance pending qualifications.</span></li> </ul> <p><span> <br></br> </span></p> <p><span><strong>Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume to: careers@stgeorges.bc.ca </strong></span></p> <p><span> <br></br> </span></p>