Job Description

The City of Prince Albert is accepting applications for a number of permanent full time Lifeguard positions.
The Permanent Lifeguard is responsible for supervision and leadership of casual lifeguards and is responsible for the overall Aquatics Facility when assigned. Permanent Lifeguards are also responsible for instructing and overseeing classes, lesson planning, arranging for student examinations and examining classes.
Shifts may include day, evenings and weekends.
The starting salary for this position is $47,136 per year. The City also offers a Group Benefit plan and Defined Benefit Pension Plan.
Principle Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Key Lifeguarding and Supervision Duties

• Performs all duties and responsibilities of a Lifeguard I, Lifeguard II, and Lifeguard III
• Responsible for the leadership and supervision of Lifeguard I, II, and III positions
• Completes lifeguard and instructor evaluations and provides guidance and training when

required.

• Supervises the activities of patrons using the facility in accordance with established

policies and procedures.

• Provides an instructional and/or leadership role for programs scheduled.
• Responds to inquiries and/or resolves complaints from the general public, staff,

consultants, and community groups with regards to aquatic facility operations,
programming, and maintenance.

• Schedule lifeguard rotations as required, determine the number of lifeguards required on

deck and complete shift reports.

• In cases of emergency, reacts and responds according to policies and procedures. This

may include but is not limited to: providing first aid, water rescues, and completing
required documentation.

• Uses judgement when required to restrict the use or close the facility when dangerous

conditions exist.
2. Key Operational Duties

• Responsible for performing facility opening and closing procedures and training casual

staff these procedures.

• Conducts and records water samples.
• Participates in cleaning and disinfection.
• Ensures rules and regulations are followed as set out in the Saskatchewan Swimming

Pool Regulations, Provincial Occupational Health and Safety, and by the City of Prince
Albert.

• Follows and adheres to the City of Prince Albert Aquatic Manual.

3. General Duties

• Assists and participate in ongoing staff in-service training and development programs.
• Practices and maintains lifesaving and aquatic fitness skills.
• Maintains good public relations with patrons and facility staff.
• Responsible for performing lifeguarding roles and responsibilities as outlined in the