Hope & Area Recreation Centre
(Part-time)(up to 5 positions)(REPOST)
Competition #2024-30
September 5, 2024
The Fraser Valley Regional District is a local government that delivers over 100 services to residents living in our eight electoral areas and six-member municipalities. We are the third most populous regional district in BC, stretching from Abbotsford to Boston Bar. The Fraser Valley offers a great place to work and live with a mix of rural and urban lifestyles along with an abundance of recreational and cultural opportunities.
People are at the center of everything we do, and we strive to put the needs of those we serve and the employees in the organization at the forefront of our day-to-day work. We are an organization that values teamwork and respect. We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and being representative of the region we serve. We invite all qualified candidates to apply. We are dedicated to the ongoing process of building relationships and examining our work to ensure that the principles of inclusion, collaboration, and reconciliation are included. If you have a passion for public service and want to make a difference in the lives of those who live, work, and learn in the Fraser Valley, consider coming to work with us.
As a Lifeguard at the FVRD, a typical week could see you opening and closing the pool; monitoring pool related activities closely and identifying any safety issues; directing swimmers out of the pool in hazardous conditions; maintaining a clean environment in and around the pool; and providing assistance to patrons when appropriate or necessary. The ideal candidate will also possess their Current Lifesaving Instructor Certificate and teach swimming lessons at our 25m pool at the Dan Sharrers Aquatic Centre.
We offer a positive, supportive, team-based work environment with an emphasis on collaboration. If you have a positive, can-do attitude and a keen sense of humour, you will fit right in.
Required qualifications:
- Must be at least 15 years of age
- Current National Lifeguard (pool option)
- Current Standard First Aid+ CPR Level C award
- Current Airway Management & Oxygen Administration
- Knowledge of the operation and maintenance a pool and related equipment
- Ability to remain vigilant, alert and professional while on duty
- Knowledgeable in public relations, including excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively resolve conflict
The candidates will also possess the following additional certifications:
- Preferred Current Lifesaving Swim Instructor
The wage rate for this part-time Union position is $25.36 per hour (2024 rate) plus 14% in lieu of benefits. Upon successful completion of the required probationary period, if eligible, participation in the benefits program. Shift differential and overtime are paid where applicable, as per the Collective Agreement. Those who are qualified and instructing lessons will be paid the Swimming Instructor rate. Lifeguards must be available for shifts from up to 8 hours anytime between the hours of 6:00 am and 11:00 pm, inclusive of evenings, weekends and some holidays and may be required to travel in the performance of the duties.
If you have a passion for public service and want to make a difference in the lives of Fraser Valley residents, we want to hear from you. Please submit your resume, along with a cover letter, indicating how you meet the qualifications. Visit www.fvrd.ca/careers to apply for this competition by 4:30 p.m. on October 17, 2024.
