Lifeguard - City of Saskatoon, Saskatoon

Key duties

Under the leadership of the Recreation Technician 8 and 10, this position performs lifeguard duties and provides instructional lessons in accordance with the health and safety procedures and standards established and/or adopted by the City of Saskatoon.

• Provides instruction using effective and appropriate teaching methodology and safe participant procedures for aquatic programs.
• Prepares lesson plans for swimming lessons according to instructional standards.
• Completes worksheets, takes attendance, and completes participant progress reports.
• Safeguards public admission and rental group activities and responds to emergency situations according to standards.
• Participates in the in-service training programs established to maintain fitness levels and lifeguard standards.
• Maintains a hazard-free, clean, and safe pool and work area.
• Provides education to participants and the public about safety in and around the water, e.g. bulletin boards, handouts and tours.
• Conducts daily safety checks of play equipment, emergency first aid equipment, and performs daily water tests.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What you'll bring

Candidates must meet specific educational, certification, knowledge, and ability requirements to be considered for this role.

• Grade 10 education.
• Possession of valid Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard Certification (Pool Option).
• CPR Level C; - Red Cross Standard First Aid or Aquatic Emergency Care Award.
• Lifesaving Society Swim for Life Certification.
• Lifesaving Instructor Certification.
• Six month's related experience instructing and as a lifeguard preferred.
• Knowledge of current lifeguard techniques, including first aid and emergency procedures, and instructional techniques, methods and practices.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff, peers, supervisor and the public.
• Ability to demonstrate skills and techniques required and maintain fitness level necessary.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with supervisor, staff and the public.
• Ability to apply theory to practical learning situations.
• Ability to evaluate and adjust lesson plans to meet the participant needs.
• Ability to work with the assigned, designated participant group.
• Ability to exercise good judgement and provide direction during emergency situations.
• Acceptable current Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Vulnerable Sector Search (VSS) upon offer of employment.

Who you'll work with

This position operates within the Community Services division under the Recreation and Community Development department, collaborating closely with peers, supervisors, and the public.

The City of Saskatoon offers an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. As an equity partner with the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission, the City is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, supporting miyo-pimatisiwin, the good life, for all residents.

What's on offer

• One permanent full-time position available under CUPE 59 labour group.
• Weekly hours: 40 hours.
• Salary range of $22.80 to $25.13 CAD per hour based on 2026 rates.
• Workplace accommodations available throughout the application and recruitment process.