Position Title: Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
Department: Aquatics
Reports to: Aquatic Coordinator
Hourly Range: $14.30 starting
Hours: Minimum 6-8 hours/week during the morning shift plus coverage
Start Date: As soon as possible
About YMCA of Saskatoon
The YMCA of Saskatoon is a charitable organization that fosters life-enhancing opportunities and strengthens the foundations of our community. We offer a diverse range of programs and services that promote the well-being of families, adults, adolescents and children. This includes fitness programs, child development centres, before and after school care and child and youth programs. We have served over 6000 individuals through memberships and program participation. Overall, our commitment is to foster belonging and connection, promote healthy living and help children and families thrive.
Position Overview
To ensure safety to the public and be ready to respond to emergencies. Lifeguards are responsible for the education and prevention of public safety. Swimming instructors are promoting water safety through the teaching of proper swimming techniques and encouraging patrons to understand the importance of being aware of one's surroundings in the water.
Key Functions and Responsibilities:
Provide supervision for swimmers while on active guard duty
Teach swimming lessons while providing a safe and fun environment
Ensure the safety of all pool users in all areas of the YMCA. This includes all areas accessible to the public and restricted areas
Greet and welcome all members, volunteers and staff who enter the pool area
Check all rescue equipment to ensure it is in good condition for the upcoming shift
Check the deck, pool, and equipment room before and after each shift to ensure it is kept neat and clear of obstacles. Note: any equipment in need of repair should be reported
Be knowledgeable of YMCA programs and activities
Actively work towards the prevention of accidents and injuries
Render assistance immediately when accidents occur
Educate and instruct the public on pool and water safety at all times
Practice good public relations; be accessible, polite, and helpful
Be punctual and wear appropriate attire for work (staff uniform)
Attend in-service training and staff training
Commit themselves to maintain and further develop their qualifications
Keep all records up to date, legible, and accurate
Carry out water tests when assigned
Get along with other staff members and use a professional approach to dealing with conflicts
Wear any safety equipment required for janitorial or maintenance tasks
Qualification:
National Lifeguard Certification
Be 16 years of age or older
Have current Standard First Aid and CPR-C with AED award – within 2 years (Lifesaving Society, Red Cross or St. John’s Ambulance)
Have a current YMCA Swimming Instructor award, SFL/LSI, or WSI
Energetic and enthusiastic
To Apply
All qualified candidates are invited to send their resume and three references to:
Bobbi Janzen at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Please note, only those selected will be contacted to arrange an interview. Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than six (6) months at the candidate’s expense.