Sunday, May 5, 2024
Job Description
The Bulkley Valley Regional Pool & Recreation Centre is a community centre built and operated by the non-profit Bulkley Valley Aquatic Centre Management Society. The facility features a 4-lane 25m main pool, leisure lagoon, tot pool, hot tub, sauna, fitness studio, indoor rock climbing wall, and squash /racquetball courts. We are located in the beautiful town of Smithers in northwestern British Columbia. As a “Town for all Seasons,” Smithers offers outstanding outdoor recreation pursuits. We have a wide range of urban features, cultural pursuits, and recreation opportunities, Smithers truly offers something for everyone.
Work Details:
We offer employees tremendous opportunities to apply and enhance their skills in a positive, rewarding work environment. Job duties include coordinating programs, pool operations, training, mentoring and supervising staff, various administration duties, advance course instruction, some on-deck lifeguarding/instructing, and special event planning. This position ranges 37-40 hours per week on a Tuesday- Saturday or Sunday-Thursday work week and can include morning, evening, and weekend shifts based on facility needs.
Position is open until filled, however we are hopeful for a April start.
Required Qualifications
Skills:
We are looking for an enthusiastic, hard-working, and responsible individual with a passion for aquatics with a minimum of 5 years of lifeguarding /swim program instruction experience, and 3 years of supervisory experience. Education background of a degree or diploma in recreation, sport, leadership, leisure service, business, or other related field is an asset.
The following certifications are required for this position: National Lifeguard, Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor (to teach Lifesaving Society Swim for Life), Lifesaving Instructor, Standard First Aid & CPR-C, Pool Operator, and at least one advance leadership certification. The following are an asset, certified Aquafit Instructor, BCRPA High-Five, First Aid Instructor, National Lifeguard Instructor, Lifesaving Society Instructor Trainer.
Benefits and Wages:
• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits package, 2 weeks paid vacation and sick pay
• An attractive team member years-of-service incentive program that includes set wage increases, matching RRSP contributions, and increases in vacation time.
• Re-locating honorarium
• Wage range: $29.87- $32.09 (*no union dues!)
Contact Information
http://www.bvpool.com
Tamara Gillis, Facility Manager Bulkley Valley Regional Pool & Recreation Centre
Email: joinourteam@bvpool.com