Thursday, September 12, 2024
Job Description
Competition Number: 13594
Primary Work Location: Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex (WMRC)
Posting Status: Internal/External Job Posting
Hourly Range: $25.95-$32.44(Band: K)
Number of Positions:1
Employment Group: Staff Association
Job Status: Temporary, Full Time (for approximately 6 months)
Posting Release Date: August 29, 2024
Hours of Work: 35
Posting Closing Date: September 12, 2024
Why work with us:
The City of Waterloo is a rewarding place to work. Each day, you will support and/or participate in the delivery of services that impact residents of this city, making it a great place to live, work and play for everyone.
Home to two world-class universities, a top-ranked college, a tech ecosystem, entrepreneurs and small businesses, there is a readiness to do things differently in Waterloo. Our vision is to be a leader in sustainability and to build a future-ready community for all. We are committed to workplace wellbeing and providing an inclusive, safe and enjoyable work environment.
For more information about the City of Waterloo’s Strategic Plan, Vision, Values and Guiding Principles, please click here: City of Waterloo 2023-2026 Strategic Plan.
What we offer:
- Supportive and caring organization that promotes respect, inclusivity, health, safety and wellness;
- Dedication to the organization’s commitment for Reconciliation, Equity, Accessibility, Diversity and Inclusion through ongoing training and access to related programs and workshops, opportunities to connect with others around topics of social justice and equity, and opportunities to be involved with the initiatives that guide this corporate journey;
- Certification as a Living Wage Champion;
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan (OMERS) eligibility for all employees;
- Flexible work schedules;
- Substantial internal and external training and development opportunities;
- Opportunities to get involved and give back to the community;
- Employee-wide events, activities, site visits, BBQs, etc.;
- Complimentary FitPass for City of Waterloo employees and family members for leisure, swim, and fitness drop-in programs; and,
- So much more!
What you will do:
Reporting to the Manager of Aquatics in the Recreation Services Division, your primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Assist in planning, organizing and ensuring the delivery of swim lessons and pay as you come programs that meet the standards of the Lifesaving Society as set out by the City of Waterloo and the needs of the community
- Ensures effective delivery, planning supervision and evaluation of programs and services
- Assist Manager of Aquatics in the recruitment process for part time aquatics staff which includes skill screening, references and overall orientation/training of new hires
- Assist in overseeing the leadership program and become the hands on trainer for many of the advanced leadership courses and certifications City of Waterloo offers
- Assist in the planning, organization and delivery of aquatic staff training
- Assist in the organization and implementation of material for advanced aquatic leadership courses
- Assist in scheduling of part-time aquatic staff during non-peak sessions and/or over the summer months
- Assist in the planning, organization and implementation of material for the learn to swim programs which includes development of core lesson plans for instructor use
- Respond to inquiries from customers in a timely manner
- Ensure inventories of aquatic supplies and inventory are maintained at satisfactory levels
- Ensure that all relevant employment and workplace health and safety standards are met and enforced
- Head instructor/guard duties as assigned on the deck
- Swim lesson and/or advanced leadership instructing such as Bronze Family Awards or additional advanced leadership courses
Required Qualifications
What you will bring:
- Minimum Grade 12 education
- College diploma in Recreation and Leisure services or equivalent combination of education/experience would be considered an asset
- Two (2) years aquatic head instructor/guard experience.
- Lifesaving Society's Swim Instructor certification; National Lifeguard certification; Standard First Aid and CPR C; Examiners to Bronze Cross are required. A minimum of one advanced leadership qualification (National Lifeguard Instructor, First Aid Instructor and/or Instructor Trainer); yet additional trainer/examiner statuses would be considered an asset.
- Excellent knowledge of relevant aquatics legislation
- CALA certification will be considered an asset
- Excellent customer service skills
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and public relations skills
- Able to function well under pressure, and to respond to frequently changing demands and priorities
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel in addition to Active Net
- Must have own transportation for travel to other facilities
- The successful candidate must be able to complete and pass the City of Waterloo Aquatics Skill’s Screening deck evaluation
- A passion for promoting and maintaining a healthy and safe workplace and the ability to work respectfully and effectively in a team environment
- Strong commitment to delivering quality customer service
- Demonstrated commitment to Reconciliation, Equity, Accessibility, Diversity and Inclusion
What we will require:
- A Police Vulnerable Sector Check satisfactory to the City
- Proof of your current and valid certificate(s), licenses and/or educational qualification, if applicable
Hours of Work: 35 hours/week schedule that will include evenings and weekends to support aquatics programming and events. Typical work schedule is from Sunday to Thursday year-round in the afternoons and evenings. The earliest the candidate would begin their workday is 12noon onwards to support both aquatic facilities.
Contact Information
recruitment@waterloo.ca
Special Instructions
Be You @ Waterloo (Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging):
The City of Waterloo acknowledges that our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee peoples, and is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River. The City is dedicated to advancing the organization’s commitment to Reconciliation, Equity, Accessibility, Diversity and Inclusion and to reducing barriers to employment opportunities. Applications from members of historically underrepresented groups, including Black, Indigenous, racialized communities, women, persons with disabilities and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ are encouraged for positions at all levels within the organization. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to self-identify in their application.
Accommodations are available throughout all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code and other applicable legislation. We encourage applicants to access support(s) that may be needed. To request accommodation during the application process, please email recruitment@waterloo.ca, quoting the position and competition number. Applicants advancing to the next stages of the recruitment process will be provided with additional opportunities to make their needs known.