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AQUATIC LEADER I


 (Temporary Part-Time – 2 positions) 

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community.

The Community Services Department has an opening for a temporary part time Aquatic Leader I position. Reporting to the Aquatic Program Coordinators, this position provides leadership to aquatic staff and assists with facility operations.

This position is responsible for:

  • supervising, developing aquatic staff and facilitating with staff training;
  • assisting with the pool operations;
  • providing administrative assistance and handling customer service inquiries; and,
  • assuming responsibility for facility operations as required.


The successful candidate will: be a high school graduate, have a minimum of 1 years of experience as a lifeguard & swimming instructor, knowledge of pool operations and supervisory experience. Microsoft Office Suite and Activenet registration system knowledge would be considered an asset.

Required Licenses and Current Certificates include: LSS Swim Instructor; National Lifeguard – Pool; Standard First Aid, CPR Level C, and AED. National Lifeguard – Waterfront and Lifesaving Instructor (LSI) would be considered an asset.

The successful candidate is required to supply an acceptable Police Information Check at their own expense.

This posting does not list all the duties of the position, nor does it fully detail the required skills, knowledge and abilities, licenses and certificates required of candidates. For details please refer to the Class Specification which is available for inspection in the Human Resources Department or on Westnet.

Position Status:
Union (WVMEA) – Temporary Part-Time

Hours of Work:
30 hours per week (hours and days of work may vary). Position term is ideally between June 15 to September 2, 2024.

Rate of Pay:
$29.20 per hour plus 14% in lieu of benefits

Closing Date:
11:59 p.m. on May 21, 2024

To Apply:
Please visit the District of West Vancouver’s Career Centre at westvancouver.ca/careers to apply for this position.

We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted


Region: Lower Mainland
Professional Categories: Parks & Recreation, Recreation Intructor/Leader
Posted: May 8, 2024, 10:33 am
Expires: May 21, 2024, 11:59 pm
Employment Type: Part Time
Employment Length: Temporary
Education Requirement: Other trades certificate or diploma
Job Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
Rate: $29.20 Hour