Lifeguard I

Job Title

Lifeguard I

Job Type

Flexible

Union

MRSA

Salary Grade

Flexible / Casual Classification (Salary Grade)

SAD01 Administrative Services (Salary Grade 12)

Hybrid Work

This position is ineligible

Position End Date

4/23/2027

Location

MRU Main Campus - Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary)

About This Position

About the Role

Working within Cougars Athletics and Recreation, this is a flexible position whose work schedule is variable and may include an irregular schedule of not less than three (3) hours per shift and up to thirty-five (35) hours per week. This position requires the ability to work days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Reporting to the Aquatic Centre Supervisor and Coordinator, the lifeguard is responsible for the safeguarding of guests and staff in the aquatic facility by providing exceptional safety supervision, preventing incidents, and responding to emergencies. Lifeguards have strong interpersonal and communication skills and provide excellent customer service while maintaining a clean and safe facility.

Responsibilities

Aquatic Centre Safety and Supervision

• Supervise all aquatic areas through continuous, effective scanning and patrolling to prevent incidents and ensure a safe swimming environment.
• Prevent incidents: Identify and correct unsafe behaviours before accidents occur. Enforce facility rules consistently and respectfully.
• Respond rapidly to aquatic emergencies including water rescues and administering first aid or CPR as required.
  
  

Facility Operations and Maintenance

• Perform daily operational tasks such as water tests, head counts, mechanical checks, safety checks, and daily maintenance tasks. Document these tasks accurately and promptly.
• Support opening and closing procedures.
• Complete first aid reports and pool contamination reports as needed.
• Report facility hazards or deficiencies to Head Guard (Lifeguard II) or supervisory staff.
  
  

Customer Service and Public Relations

• Provide exceptional customer service by greeting patrons, answering questions, and promoting a positive, inclusive atmosphere. Handle customer concerns calmly and effectively, referring issues to a supervisor when necessary.
• Educate the public about aquatic safety, facility policies, and proper use of equipment.
• Promote recreation programs and water safety awareness.
  
  

Professional Development and Teamwork

• Demonstrate teamwork, reliability, and professionalism by supporting colleagues and promoting a positive workplace culture. Willing and able to share ideas and take constructive criticism.
• Participate actively in all in-service training.
• Maintain all required certifications.
• Model appropriate conduct on and off deck.
• Assist with special events or tasks as needed.
  
  

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old
• 1 - 6 months of previous experience
• National Lifeguard, valid Intermediate First Aid, and CPR-C certifications are required
  
  

Salary: $15.45 - $19.44 per hour

Closing Date: November 8, 2026

A resume should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name]_[Requisition Number]_[Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith_1234_CV.pdf).

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently legally authorized to work in Canada will be given priority. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre. New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page.

If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify erecruiter@mtroyal.ca and we will work together on your accommodation request.

About MRU

Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. MRU serves approximately 15,782 students, including 11,752 full-time and 4,030 part-time learners. MRU offers 13 bachelor's degrees encompassing 37 majors across faculties such as Arts, Business, Communications, Health, Community & Education, and Science & Technology. With over 74% of its student body drawn from the local area, Mount Royal University primarily serves Calgary and its surrounding region. MRU is a diverse yet close community with over 1,800 employees. Mount Royal provides employees the support they need to lead and advance institutional goals. Learn more about MRU's Academic Plan and Strategic Plan.