Aquatic Coordinator

POSITION: Aquatic Coordinator 


position summary

The Aquatic Coordinator, reporting to the Aquatic Supervisor, oversees the delivery of lifeguarding and instructional services and assists in coordinating the administration, planning, organization, and operation of the Barrhead Regional Aquatic Centre in the Recreation Department.


operational duties

  • Assume responsibility of "Manager on Duty" in the absence of the Aquatics Supervisor.
  • Assist in teaching lessons and leadership courses.
  • Lifeguarding as required.
  • Assist in coordinating the administration, planning, organization, and operation of aquatics programs.
  • Oversee the delivery of lifeguarding and instructional services.
  • Assist with recruitment, training, scheduling, and performance management of lifeguard and instructions staff.
  • Take a lead role in the planning, administration and delivery of aquatic and leadership programs at the centre, including scheduling private lessons and new program creation.
  • Assist with marketing and promotional efforts related to programs.
  • Provide strategic directives to and supervision of Team Leads, Lifeguards, and instructors.
  • Assist in ensuring that the facility and programs are properly staff.
  • Assist in ensuring that all staff are qualified and trained in emergency procedures and skills required of their position.
  • Ensure the facility is appropriately equipped to deliver aquatic programs.
  • Ensure compliance with the Occupational health and Safety Act, all other relevant legislation, policies and procedures
  • Ensure that the facility/programs are operating optimally and report all concerns to the Aquatics Supervisor
  • Attend, plan sessions and participate in meetings and in-service events.
  • Prepare and assist supervisor with employee performance evaluations. Provide effective and regular feedback to subordinates as part of ongoing performance management of staff.
  • Perform or delegate maintenance/janitorial duties including but not restricted to: cleaning and disinfection, pool chemistry testing and troubleshooting, vacuuming, backwashing, chemical balancing, and pool fouling clean up.
  • Other duties as required by the Aquatics Supervisor.


skills and attributes

  • Solid practical work experience in an aquatic setting is an asset
  • Detail oriented, strong administrative and organizational skills  
  • Two years plus in a supervisory capacity and able to lead a team of workers
  • Minimum two years customer services experience in a fast-paced organization   
  • Able to manage customer queries and complaints  
  • Professional demeanor while under pressure.  
  • Is knowledgeable in the NL and LSI Standards -  NL instructor would be an asset

soft skills

  • Flexible and willing to go the extra mile  
  • Outgoing, friendly with a positive and professional attitude, courteous  
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills  
  • Thrives in a busy work environment  
  • Excellent customer service skills and orientation
  • Solid understanding of aquatics programs  
  • Knowledgeable in the areas of program development and instruction  
  • Excellent leadership and teambuilding  sills


education and experience

  • Minimum of a Grade 12 education
  • Possession of
    • Current National Lifeguard
    • Aquatic Supervisor Training or Aquatic Management Training considered an asset
    • Pool Operator 1
    • Lifesaving Instructor/Examiner
    • Swim for Life Instructor
    • Intermediate First Aid CPR-C with AED or AEC
    • Aquafit Certification preferred
    • Leadership instructor training in one or more of the following: National Lifeguard Instructor, Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor Trainer, First Aid Instructor
    • Provide a current Criminal Record Check including vulnerable position screening
    • Driver's abstract
  • Minimum three (3) years of work experience as a lifeguard and swim instructor including the monitoring of staff.


reports to

Aquatics Supervisor


hours of work

40hrs/week of shift work. Day shifts including some evening or weekend shifts as required.


salary

$28.20 - 33.73 per hour


application deadline

Closing Date 4:30 pm, March 26, 2025, but may be extended until a suitable candidate is found.


position period

Permantent full-time


submit your application and/or resume to:

Heidi Paul
PO Box 4112, Barrhead, AB, T7N 1A1

Or in person at 5609-47 Street (Barrhead Regional Aquatics Centre)
Or email hpaul@barrhead.ca