Position Type: Regular Full Time
Number of Positions: 1
Start Date: August 14, 2026
Probationary Rate: $34.59
Job Rate: $35.72
Cost of Living Allowance: $13,200 per annum, paid in equal payments each pay period.
Relocation Assistance: Up to $2,500 (within Alberta) or up to $5,000 (outside Alberta)
Location: (MIP) Fort McMurray, Alberta
CUPE INTERNAL POSTING DATE: June 19, 2026
CUPE INTERNAL CLOSING DATE: June 25, 2026
Requisition #: 2021731
Please Note: The job posting will remain active until the position has been filled. This position is covered by the terms & conditions of the CUPE 1505 Collective Agreement.
About Us:
Where Leadership, Community, and Aquatic Excellence Come Together.
Every day, lives are changed in and around the water. Confidence is built. Skills are developed. Communities connect. At the Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo (RRC), aquatics is more than a service it is an opportunity to create experiences that are safe, memorable, and genuinely fun for the thousands of guests who walk through our doors each year.
As an Aquatics Team Lead, you will step into a leadership role where your impact extends far beyond the pool deck. You will mentor and inspire aquatic professionals, champion a culture of safety and excellence, and help shape the energy that makes our aquatic facility such vibrant community gathering place. No two days are the same. You will lead with confidence, support the success and growth of others, and help create an environment where employees and guests feel safe, welcome, and inspired. From celebrating team achievements to navigating challenges and building connections, you will help shape the experiences that make our facilities vibrant community hubs where meaningful work, teamwork, and fun go hand in hand.
At the RRC, we believe exceptional workplaces balance purpose with enjoyment. We work hard, support one another, celebrate successes, and genuinely enjoy what we do. Our teams are empowered to contribute ideas, take ownership, and grow their careers through mentorship, leadership development, and hands-on experience. Here, you will find a culture built on collaboration, trust, and belonging where your expertise is valued, your contributions are recognized, and your leadership helps shape both people and programs.
Guided by our core values of Safety, Collaboration, Innovation, Sustainability, and Diversity, we are committed to creating an environment where employees and guests thrive. This is an opportunity to lead a talented team, make a meaningful impact on your community, and build a career that is as rewarding as it is exciting.
If you are energized by leadership, passionate about aquatic excellence, and motivated by work that challenges you, develops you, and allows you to have some fun along the way, this is your opportunity to make waves where they matter most.
We Offer Great Benefits & Perks – We Take Care of Our People
- Competitive Hourly Wage
- Cost of Living Allowance: $13,200 per annum, paid in equal payments each pay period.
- Relocation Assistance: Up to $2,500 (within Alberta) or up to $5,000 (outside Alberta)
- Vacation Days, and Personal Leave Days as we believe in having a work life balance.
- Comprehensive Health, Vision & Dental Package
- RRSP Options
- Employee Assistance Program
- Development Opportunities
- Membership Credit
- Team Celebrations
- Recognition Programs incl: Scholarship Program
- Staff Discounts
Your Role
The Aquatic Team Lead is responsible for the safety and supervision of aquatic staff and patrons using the aquatic facility. Will perform as a professional and dedicated team player in providing the best aquatic service for the Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo (RRC). Providing team leadership and overseeing and evaluating emergency, operation and maintenance procedures. It is the Team Lead’s responsibility to implement the operational decisions of the aquatic management team and foster a workplace environment that is oriented to trust, open communication, creative thinking, staff training, and other administrative duties where required. Success in this position requires a high degree of flexibility and an ability to work varying schedules to meet operational needs.
It is a requirement as Full-Time Aquatic Team Leads at RRC to be available to work rotations at Sonny Flett Aquatic Centre located in Fort Chipewyan or any other RRC facility.
Your Responsibilities
- Collaborates regularly with Aquatic Management to ensure a consistent approach to overall leadership of the team; is an effective team player.
- Coach, mentor and develop teammates.
- Make day-to-day decisions regarding patron safety and ensure lifeguard to bather ratios are met.
- Monitor activates of the swimming pools by providing the highest standard of Lifeguarding with emphasis on the prevention of any incidents.
- Provide excellent lifeguarding and instructional service (hands on program delivery).
- Oversee designated shift times, ensuring adherence to provincial legislation, best practices and internal policies and procedures.
- Ensure safe and proper employee rotation, to include breaks.
- Provides World Class services.
- Respond to, or appropriately direct swim lesson and other inquires.
- Act as person in charge of emergency procedures and action plan for staff.
- Assist Aquatic Supervisors and the Aquatic Centre Manager, as required.
- Ensure water tests are complete.
- Ensure equipment and facility checks are completed and report any findings.
- Perform and ensure wristband checks occur on an ongoing basis.
- Provide ongoing feedback in a timely manner.
- Complete reports appropriately, shift reports, incident and first aid forms and in a timely manner.
- Be familiar with opening and closing procedures and perform opening and closing checks.
- Conduct new employee, lifeguard and instructor-in-training and volunteer orientations.
- Ensure the safe use of employee protective equipment.
- Oversee an assigned portfolio of administrative responsibilities which may include (i) first aid, (ii) swim team liaison, (iii) aquatic fitness, (iv) Leadership training, (v) equipment maintenance and retail sales, (vi) Facility maintenance, (vii) assistant lifeguards, or (viii) program inventory and purchasing.
- Assists in the preparation and delivery of regular in-service training events for employees and volunteers.
- Responsible for trouble shooting and handling customer concerns.
- Responsible for educating the public regarding the policies and procedures related to bather safety.
- Maintains order and ensures proper conduct of persons using the facility.
- Will attend all in-service training and monthly skills/fitness challenges.
- Establishes and maintains a cooperative/collaborative working relationship with other departments within the RRC through positive actions and communication.
- All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Education & Experience
- Current Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard
- Current Intermediate (Standard) First Aid/CPR/AED Certificate (including CPR C).
- Lifesaving Swim Instructor Certificate.
- Lifesaving Society Lifesaving Instructor (LSI) and/or Group Fitness Instructor Certificate.
- Lifesaving Society Head Lifeguard Course or Aquatic Supervisory Training is an asset.
- Pool Operator Level 1 & Level 2 is an asset.
- First Aid Instructor is an asset.
- Minimum of two (2) years of practical work experience as a Lifeguard and Instructor.
- Previous experience and/ or willingness to teach water aerobics.
- Previous experience leading an aquatic team is an asset.
Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of lifeguarding principles and practices.
- Knowledge of aquatic instructional programs and evaluation standards.
- Knowledge of safe work practices.
- Knowledge of applicable provincial legislation.
- Ability to promote water safety and drowning prevention through public education and special events.
- Ability and willingness to be flexible in a changing work environment.
- Thrive in a team environment, enjoy working as a team member as well as independently
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Ability to recognize and act to resolve potential problems proactively.
- Commitment to develop interpersonal relationships with members, guests and teammates.
- Commitment to value and contribute to a diverse work setting and to welcome members and guests from diverse origins.
- Strong dedication to community service.
Other Requirements
- Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector check
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
Working Conditions
- While performing the essential functions of this job, some tasks involve the ability to exert very moderate physical effort, typically involving some combination of standing, standing at a height, sitting, sitting at a height, crouching, walking, climbing, swimming, performing work while wet and/or performing the aforementioned tasks for extended periods of time.
- Emergency tasks and regular staff training events involve the performance of physically demanding work, which may involve some combination of running, climbing and/or swimming and may involve lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling heavy objects including distressed persons on land or in the water, including performing work while wet and/or performing the aforementioned tasks for extended periods of time.
- This position must maintain the ability to demonstrate “Must See” and “Instructional Emergency Response” items from the appropriate governing body’s current publication standards to the satisfaction of the employer at all times of scheduled employment.
- Safe lifting, bending, carrying and rescue techniques and the use of a rescue aid in the water and the coordination of rescue with a second rescuer and rescue aids in the water, when possible, are required.
- Safe use of employee protective equipment is required.
- This position requires a flexible schedule including statutory holidays, early morning, late night, and weekend work.
Safety
All employees are responsible and accountable for Regional Recreation Corporation’s health and safety policy. All employees at every level should be familiar with the requirements of the Alberta Occupational Health and Safety legislation as it relates to their work processes.
The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies and to act as a role model in the adherence to policies. These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job.
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue through the selection process will be contacted
The RRC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We will gladly provide accommodations upon request for applicants with any barriers and/or disabilities during the recruitment process. We appreciate all candidates who apply for this position; though only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
