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Aquatics Specialist (Five Positions)
City-of-Cambridge,-O
Career Opportunities: Aquatics Specialist (Five Positions) (5069)
Working within our Strategic Plan, Cambridge Connected ,and committing to our values of Integrity, Respect, Inclusiveness and Service, the successful candidate will work together to help the City of Cambridge achieve our vision: A place for people to prosper – alive with opportunity.
Job Profile
Reporting to the Supervisor of Recreation – Aquatics there is an immediate opening for five (5) Aquatics Specialists within the Community Development Division - Recreation & Culture Department.
What you will be doing
Ensure effective pool deck delivery of aquatic programs and services
Plan, instruct, evaluate, and document results for aquatic swim lesson participants
Instruct a variety of aquafit classes including the mentoring of new aquafit instructors
Apply lifeguard standards and superior customer service skills when guarding
Plan and implement fun days, special events, aquatic-based land programs and daytime leadership courses
Perform opening/closing procedures for the pool as required
Provide support, training, and direction to part-time staff as required
Assist in skills screening program for recruitment, selection, orientation, and development of aquatics staff
Support the process for payroll/timesheet submission and authorization for aquatics staff
Statistical analysis of programs and inputting results daily
Use various computer applications including Active Net to assist in the administration of programs and services
Ensure that all relevant employment and workplace legislated standards are met
Demonstrate creativity, and skill development and remain current with leading practices and procedures within the field
Support aquatic meetings, training and attend other corporate meetings as required
Ensurework is performed safely according to health and safety guidelines and procedures
Other duties as assigned
Education
High school diploma required
Post secondary education is considered an asset
Experience and Knowledge
Minimum two (2) years of experience in an Instructor Guard or related role; previous experience as a Head Instructor is considered an asset.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to deal effectively with internal and externalcustomers.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and independently asrequired.
Strong commitment to providing quality customer service and supportingteamwork.
Strong organizational skills to deal with fluctuating volumes and pace ofwork.
Ability to assess, diffuse or take appropriate action when dealing with difficult/challengingsituations.
Proficient in using Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook; proficiency in Active Net would be anasset.
Certifications
High Five - Principles of Healthy Child Development
Standard First Aid with CPR C and AED
Additional advanced qualifications will be considered an asset
Must be competent in instructing both Deep and Shallow Aquafitclasses.
CALA,Water Art OR aqua fitness certification would be considered anasset.
We will ask you for these items if you are hired
Current Standard First Aid (CPR-C)
Current and valid Police Vulnerable Sector Check to be provided prior to commencement in this position.
High Five - Principles of Healthy Child Development (or willingness to obtain prior to commencing employment)
Worker Health and Safety Awareness Training certificate from the Ministry of Labour. (may be obtained post offer)
Proof of your current and valid certificate(s) and/or educational qualifications.
Your compensation
This position is within Grade 4 of the inside workers union Salary Schedule and has an annual salary range of $56,402 - $59,951.
Comprehensive benefits package included.
Hours of work
The current hours of work arein accordance withthe Inside Worker’s Collective Agreement and may be scheduled between Monday to Sunday, seven (7) hours per day, thirty-five (35) hours per week, from 6:00 am to 11:00 pm asestablishedper the Collective Agreement.
Accommodation needs and protection of privacy
The City of Cambridge recognizes and appreciates diversity and inclusion enhances our public value commitment.
We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience and encourage all qualified people to apply, including and especially people from equity-deserving groups. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with honour and respect toward their individual dimensions of diversity.
We strive to remove barriers that may prevent qualified applicants from fully participating in the recruitment and selection process. Accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and other applicable legislation is available throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Contact [email protected] to make your needs known in advance.
For more information on our Employment Equity, please read our full policy .
Personal information collected in relation to the recruitment process is collected under the authority outlined in the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and used solely to determine eligibility for employment with the City of Cambridge only.
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Apply on source site Working within our Strategic Plan, Cambridge Connected ,and committing to our values of Integrity, Respect, Inclusiveness and Service, the successful candidate will work together to help the City of Cambridge achieve our vision: A place for people to prosper – alive with opportunity.
Job Profile
Reporting to the Supervisor of Recreation – Aquatics there is an immediate opening for five (5) Aquatics Specialists within the Community Development Division - Recreation & Culture Department.
What you will be doing
Ensure effective pool deck delivery of aquatic programs and services
Plan, instruct, evaluate, and document results for aquatic swim lesson participants
Instruct a variety of aquafit classes including the mentoring of new aquafit instructors
Apply lifeguard standards and superior customer service skills when guarding
Plan and implement fun days, special events, aquatic-based land programs and daytime leadership courses
Perform opening/closing procedures for the pool as required
Provide support, training, and direction to part-time staff as required
Assist in skills screening program for recruitment, selection, orientation, and development of aquatics staff
Support the process for payroll/timesheet submission and authorization for aquatics staff
Statistical analysis of programs and inputting results daily
Use various computer applications including Active Net to assist in the administration of programs and services
Ensure that all relevant employment and workplace legislated standards are met
Demonstrate creativity, and skill development and remain current with leading practices and procedures within the field
Support aquatic meetings, training and attend other corporate meetings as required
Ensurework is performed safely according to health and safety guidelines and procedures
Other duties as assigned
Education
High school diploma required
Post secondary education is considered an asset
Experience and Knowledge
Minimum two (2) years of experience in an Instructor Guard or related role; previous experience as a Head Instructor is considered an asset.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to deal effectively with internal and externalcustomers.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and independently asrequired.
Strong commitment to providing quality customer service and supportingteamwork.
Strong organizational skills to deal with fluctuating volumes and pace ofwork.
Ability to assess, diffuse or take appropriate action when dealing with difficult/challengingsituations.
Proficient in using Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook; proficiency in Active Net would be anasset.
Certifications
High Five - Principles of Healthy Child Development
Standard First Aid with CPR C and AED
Additional advanced qualifications will be considered an asset
Must be competent in instructing both Deep and Shallow Aquafitclasses.
CALA,Water Art OR aqua fitness certification would be considered anasset.
We will ask you for these items if you are hired
Current Standard First Aid (CPR-C)
Current and valid Police Vulnerable Sector Check to be provided prior to commencement in this position.
High Five - Principles of Healthy Child Development (or willingness to obtain prior to commencing employment)
Worker Health and Safety Awareness Training certificate from the Ministry of Labour. (may be obtained post offer)
Proof of your current and valid certificate(s) and/or educational qualifications.
Your compensation
This position is within Grade 4 of the inside workers union Salary Schedule and has an annual salary range of $56,402 - $59,951.
Comprehensive benefits package included.
Hours of work
The current hours of work arein accordance withthe Inside Worker’s Collective Agreement and may be scheduled between Monday to Sunday, seven (7) hours per day, thirty-five (35) hours per week, from 6:00 am to 11:00 pm asestablishedper the Collective Agreement.
Accommodation needs and protection of privacy
The City of Cambridge recognizes and appreciates diversity and inclusion enhances our public value commitment.
We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience and encourage all qualified people to apply, including and especially people from equity-deserving groups. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with honour and respect toward their individual dimensions of diversity.
We strive to remove barriers that may prevent qualified applicants from fully participating in the recruitment and selection process. Accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and other applicable legislation is available throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Contact [email protected] to make your needs known in advance.
For more information on our Employment Equity, please read our full policy .
Personal information collected in relation to the recruitment process is collected under the authority outlined in the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and used solely to determine eligibility for employment with the City of Cambridge only.
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