Community and Protective Services Division
Posting: Internal/External
Hours of Work: Up-to 29 hours per week. Day, evening, and weekend shifts available.
Competition No. CPS-26-22
Join Our Team!
The City of Wetaskiwin- Manluk Centre
The Manluk Centre, located in the heart of the City of Wetaskiwin, is a vibrant, community-focused recreation facility offering a variety of recreational, aquatic, fitness, and leisure opportunities. It plays an important role in bringing residents, families, and visitors together while supporting a healthy and active community. Built on the values of Trust, Resourcefulness, and Integrity the City of Wetaskiwin is proud to foster a welcoming, inclusive, and collaborative workplace where employees can make a meaningful difference.
Conveniently located just 35 minutes south of Edmonton and 55 minutes north of Red Deer, the City of Wetaskiwin provides all the amenities and quality of life of an urban-rural center.
The Opportunity
Are you an experienced Lidgeuard ready to take your skills, knowledge, and leadership abilities to the next level? Do you excel in communication, take pride in providing exceptional customer service, and thrive in a team environment? If so, we invite you to apply to this next level opportunity.
As a Lifeguard 2, you will play an important role in creating a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable experience for all patrons. Beyond lifeguarding, you will take the lead during emergency situations, ensure safety procedures are followed, and provide guidance to Lifeguard 1' and Instructors. You will also support daily facility operations through customer service, maintenance, and administrative duties, while maintaining strong knowledge of the Manluk Centre's aquatic programs and schedules.
Responsibilities
Aquatic Safety & Emergency Response
- Provide the highest standard of lifeguarding through effective scanning, patrolling, and teamwork.
- Prevent incidents through policy enforcement, public education, safety surveillance, and routine safety inspections.
- Supervise and respond to emergency situations, provide first aid, emergency aid, and rescue services, and ensure all required documentation is completed.
- Support a safe aquatic environment by proactively identifying and addressing potential hazards.
- Conduct opening, closing, and provincial water quality tests as required to ensure a safe aquatic environment.
Customer Service
- Provide the highest standard of instruction in swimming techniques, strokes, water safety, and lifesaving skills.
- Assist Instructors with lessons as required.
- Provide exceptional customer service by promoting positive patron relations, answering questions, educating the public, and responding to concerns.
Facility Operations & Maintenance
- Complete assigned cleaning and maintenance duties, including cleaning pool decks, change rooms, and other facility spaces.
- Perform basic operational tasks required for the safe and efficient operation of the aquatic facility.
- Set up and take down equipment according to facility programs, events, and scheduling needs.
- Complete mechanical and operational checklists, logs, charts, accident reports, near-miss reports, and other required documentation.
- Conduct routine operational monitoring and documentation to support facility operations.
Professional Conduct
- Take lead as Shift Supervisor when a Lifeguard 3 is not on shift.
- Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor by being prompt, prepared, and acting appropriately both on and off deck.
- Demonstrate leadership, accountability, and teamwork in daily operations.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Hours of Work
- Employees are required to fulfill a minimum of two (2) scheduled shifts per pay period, with one of these shifts falling on a weekend or in the evening.
- Employees must maintain availability for a flexible work schedule, which may include shifts during the morning, mid-day, evening and on weekends.
- The hours of work per week may vary based on operational needs and cannot always be projected however, anticipated hours are approximately two (2)- twenty-nine (29) hours per week.
- Attendance at mandatory training sessions is expected outside of regular workweek hours.
Education, Qualifications, and Work Experience
- Minimum of eighteen (18) years of age.
- Minimum two (2) years lifeguarding experience, pool related experience and knowledge of pool operations.
- Possession of the following current certifications- ability to renew qualifications annually or as required:
- Lifesaving Society's National Lifeguard (NL).
- Alberta Workplace approved Intermediate First Aid (IFA)
- Lifesaving Society's Swim Instructor (SI) and Lifesaving Instructor (LSI) considered an asset.
- AARFP's Pool Operator 1 is considered an asset.
- One (1) additional Instructor certification such as Lifesaving Sport Coach 1, First Aid Instructor, NL Instructor, Lifesaving Society Trainer, ETC, is considered and asset.
- Experience supervising staff is highly desirable.
- Proof of certification and Lifesaving Society Member ID number submitted prior to being considered for the position.
- Ability to obtain a clear criminal record check and vulnerable sector check.
Before commencing employment, the successful candidate must provide all necessary certifications and documentation, including but not limited to employment -related record checks and certificates.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to teach, provide constructive feedback, and support the building of swimming skills of program participants.
- Ability to demonstrate leadership skill, with the ability guide and support team members.
- Ability to perform aquatic rescues and first aid procedures.
- Demonstrates commitment in continuous learning.
- Can implement and respond to emergency situations and perform under stress.
- Takes strong initiative, and demonstrates creativity.
- Is responsible, accountable, and demonstrates integrity.
Physical Effort and Safety Commitment
The employee is responsible for full cooperation with all aspects of the City's Occupational Health and Safety program, including compliance with all rules and regulations, and for continually practicing safety while performing their duties, and monitor and enforce subordinate compliance with the OH&S program.
- This position is considered a light effort position which includes but is not limited to, standing, walking, climbing stairs, kneeling, manual dexterity, visual acutiy, climbing ladders, balancing, crawling, crouching, depth perception, and lifting up to 20 Ibs.
What We Offer
- Additional shift premium for hours worked before 7 a.m. and after 7 p.m. daily.
- One (1) personal day per year to promote employee wellness.
- 6% vacation payout per pay period.
- Deck footwear and swimsuit allowance.
- Paid training for select courses and recertifications.
- Discounted (optional) membership to the Manluk Centre.
- Opportunities for growth within the organization.
Application Deadline and Details
Application Deadline: November 15, 2026
How to Apply: Click the "APPLY" button at the top of page.
Please note: This position involves a two-part interview process. Candidates who successfully complete the in-person interview will be invited to participate in a second, in-water assessment. The in-water assessment will be conducted at the Manluk Centre to assess the candidate's swimming proficiency and lifeguarding skills. During this phase, candidates will be expected to demonstrate their swimming abilities, rescue techniques, and other key competencies relevant to the position, whether it be for lifeguarding, instructing or both.
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The City of Wetaskiwin is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, HR@wetaskiwin.ca
