SALMO Lifeguard/Swim Instructor/Lifeguard Instructor1 Positions

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For more information or to apply contact:
250.352.1515 or visit rdck.ca/jobs

Job Posting
Nelson District Recreation Department

Salmo, BC

Thank you for your interest in working with the Regional District of
Central Kootenay. All submissions will be acknowledged although
only those individuals shortlisted to participate in the interview/
testing process will be contacted.

This posting may be used to fill other similar positions within the
RDCK over the next six months.

We are looking for new Aquatic team members who are

enthusiastic, confident, willing to learn and develop new skills and

who care about their community and water safety.

By joining our team you will provide healthy recreation

opportunities and water safety skill development to our

community members both young and young at heart.

Develop life long skills and friendships, have the opportunity for

continued training within our Aquatic Team.

The Lifeguard/Swim Instructor must be able to perform rescues

and first aid as required while ensuring a safe and efficient

operation and ensuring the safety of participants while providing

instruction for pre-school, child and adult swim instruction

programs.

LIFEGUARDS
SWIM INSTRUCTORS

LIFEGUARD SUPERVISOR 1


Part-Time
TERM—June to end of August 2025

The Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) is
inviting applications for Lifeguard , Swim Instructor *
Lifeguard Supervisor 1 positions at the Salmo Com-
munity Complex.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
*certifications should be current and not set to expire for a

minimum of three months.

Lifeguards
• Current Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard Award –

Pool Option (NL)

Current Lifesaving Society Swim for Life Instructor
Certificate
Standard First Aid current within 2 years
Current CPR C certified annually
Satisfactory Criminal Record
Preferred: Pool Operator 1, WHMIS other Aquatic
certifications would be an asset.
Swim Instructors

Current Lifesaving Society Swim for Life Instructor
Certification.
Current AED/CPR C recertified annually.
Bronze Cross.
Preferred: Standard First Aid
Lifeguard Supervisors
Current National Lifeguard Award – Pool Option (NL)
Current Standard First Aid (SFA or equivalent)
Current CPR “C” (recert annually)
Current Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor (SI) Preferred
Grade 12 Diploma, GED or currently enrolled in school
Satisfactory criminal record
Preferred: Aquatic Fitness Instructor certification, First
Aid instructor/Trainer, LST, NLI or Pool Operator L1 L2

This posting along with a detailed job description can be
found on our website at www.rdck.ca/jobs.




Applications submitted in the form of a resume cover

letter will be accepted until all positions are filled.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS ABILITIES
INCLUDE:


Lifeguards

Exceptional customer service focus.
Able to work with patrons of varying age groups.
Strong communication, negotiation skills.
Independent decision-making, problem solving and
analytical skills.
Ability to work well in a team.
Perform physical skill requirements for NLS.
Current knowledge of provincial legislation and health
and safety as it relates to aquatic operations.
Swim Instructors

15 years of age (minimum).
Strong communication and leadership skills.
Ability to function effectively as part of a team.
Independent decision making, problem solving and
analytical skills.
Exceptional customer service skills.
Lifeguard Supervisors

Knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment used
in lifeguarding
Knowledge of the lifeguarding rules, regulations and
practices
Knowledge of emergency procedures
Ability to work with minimal supervision, exercise
considerable independence of judgement/action in the
operation of the aquatic centre
The successful candidate must be available to work a
varied work schedule that includes day, weekend, and/or
evening shifts up to 24 hours per week.


The current rates of pay depending on experience, when
working as:
Lifeguard is $24.43—$27.+6/hr
Swim Instructor is $21.80—$25.0+/hr
LS1 is $26.82/hr

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