Nova Scotia Lifeguards Jobs – 10 Openings This Week

Lifeguard
YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth —Halifax, NS
- $16.09–$18.09 an hour
- Part-time
- Bilingual
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
Waterfront Facilitator - THCC
Tim Hortons Foundation Camps —Halifax, NS
- Contract
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
12h
pool lifeguard
Town of Port Hawkesbury —Port Hawkesbury, NS
- $2,660–$3,200 a month
- Weekends as needed
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- First Aid Certification
- Flexible schedule
12h
Canada Summer Jobs: Aquatics Program Coordinator
YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth —Halifax, NS
- $18 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Office
- High school diploma or GED
Swim Instructor
Paddle to Stroke Swimming Lessons —Halifax, NS
- $18–$21 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- In-person
- Flexible schedule
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Advanced Aquatics Leadership Instructor
YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth —Halifax, NS
- $20.75–$23.25 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
Swim Instructor
The Aqua Life Swim Academy —Halifax, NS
- $18–$20 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Teaching
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Aquatics Leadership Instructor
YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth —Halifax, NS
- $18.67–$20.67 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
Swim Instructor
The Aqua Life Swim Academy —Halifax, NS
- $18–$20 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- In-person
Quick apply
11h

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Pool Lifeguard
Pigeon Lake Campers Resort —Lakehurst, ON
Maintain pool area and perform water testing as required. Pool Lifeguards required for the 2026 Summer season in a resort setting.
From $20 an hour
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Waterfront Facilitator - THMC
Tim Hortons Foundation Camps —Barrie, ON
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Lifeguard

YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth
Halifax, NS

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Job details

Part-time

Skills

Bilingual
French
CPR Certification
Customer service
Arabic
Swimming
First Aid Certification
Lifeguard Certification
Communication skills

Full job description

Position Title: Lifeguard

Reports To: Aquatics Manager

Position Status: Part-Time

Salary: $16.09 - $18.09 per hour

Location: John W. Lindsay YMCA

The YMCA is a place where everyone belongs. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for all, in a welcoming space that is both nurturing and fun in a community of shared responsibilities, where children and families can thrive.

There are lots of places to work, but few opportunities to do work that really matters, and the Y is one of those rare places. When you join our team, you don't just get a job, you'll embark on an exciting path in career development. You will be part of a team that provides children, youth, and adults of all ages a sense of belonging in their community.

The Opportunity

Our Aquatics team plays an important role in ensuring our aquatics department is a safe and inclusive space, that offers excellence in its programming. This position is integral to ensure our core values and mandate are delivered in a meaningful, safe, positive and inclusive way for each member utilizing our pool.

Responsibilities

Supervise participants at all times and ensure a safe environment in regard to conduct, safety education/intervention, regulatory and policy compliance, and equipment usage
Recognize and prevent potentially dangerous situations, using approved techniques for supervision of aquatic areas and users, in emergency situations; providing water rescue, first aid, and follow up. Complete any safety documentation and reporting as required
Conduct routine inspections of facility's public areas to ensure hazards are corrected and mitigated, maintenance issues are addressed, and participant safety is maintained
Build, foster, and maintain positive working relationships with participants, community members, staff and volunteers through positive internal/external communications, timely response to questions and issue resolution

Qualifications & Skills

1-3 yearsâ€™ experience lifeguarding
National Lifeguard Certificate(NLS)
Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor or Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification, YMCA swim instruction experience are assets
Demonstrated safety conscious mindset and Standard First Aid/CPR certification
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
Bilingual in French, Arabic, etc. an asset
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
Flexibility to work irregular hours as required

We Offer

Individual & Family YMCA Membership options

Conditions of Employment

A clear Child Abuse Register Check
A current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check (must be dated less than 6 months from hire date)
Completion of YMCA’s Child Safeguarding Orientation on or before first day of employment
A valid First Aid and CPR certificate if required for the role

Please note that background checks are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Consideration for employment is based on Child Safeguarding requirements and the nature of the position, and an offense may not eliminate a candidate from employment at the YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth.

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Please apply online at http://ymcahfx.ca/workwithus/.

We look forward to hearing from you!

The YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth is an equal opportunity employer that values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association. We are committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify.

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