Job Student - Assistant Lifeguard Instructor, Tillsonburg

Student - Assistant Lifeguard/Instructor
Town of Tillsonburg is looking for four (4) responsible Assistant Lifeguard/Instructors to provide instructional assistance for Aquatic Programming provided to all ages, safeguarding of all patrons while swimming and assisting with health and safety requirements and emergency response.

This is a seasonal student position with an option to enroll in OMERS defined benefit pension plan.

Department: Recreation, Culture and Parks
Division: Recreation Programs and Services
Reports To: Aquatics Supervisor
Contract: August 18, 2025 to September 8, 2026
Hourly Rate: $17.20/hour
Weekly Hours: up to 20

Criminal Record Check required for this position. If over eighteen (18) years of age, a Vulnerable Sector Check will be required.
Interested candidates please apply prior to the end of day on Tuesday, August 5 2025.

Responsibilities

• To provide assistant instruction in the current Tillsonburg Community Centre Aquatic Programs
• To endeavor at all times to work as a team with supervisors and fellow staff members
• To understand and follow all emergency procedures and sue of emergency equipment
• To attend all staff training sessions and staff meetings
• To interact with members of the public in a helpful and respectful manner
• To be familiar with all swimming programs and provide accurate and current information to the public
• Proven track record of reliability, professionalism and good work ethic
• Performs other related duties as required and designated by the Aquatics Supervisor

Qualifications

• Bronze Cross Certification
• Standard First Aid + CPR
• Availability to work after school, evenings, and weekends.
• Must be returning to school in the fall.

About the recruitment process

All new Town of Tillsonburg employees are required to complete a police record check.

The Town will accommodate any individual needs you have throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Please contact us if you require any accommodations.

The Town of Tillsonburg is an equal opportunity employer and all information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of job selection.

We thank all those who apply for positions, but only applicants invited for an interview will be contacted.