Position Summary
The Rural Municipality of Springfield is seeking enthusiastic, responsible, and safety-focused
individuals to join our aquatics team as Lifeguards / Swim Instructors.
The RM of Springfield leases the pool facility at Dugald Place and provides aquatic programming and
services for the community. Lifeguards / Swim Instructors are responsible for providing a safe,
welcoming, and positive experience for pool patrons while delivering lifeguarding and swimming
instruction services.
The successful candidates will supervise aquatic activities, respond appropriately to emergencies,
provide swimming instruction, enforce pool rules, and follow the procedures and standards
established by the RM of Springfield, the pool facility, and the Lifesaving Society Manitoba.
Key Responsibilities
Lifeguarding
- Maintain constant and attentive surveillance of swimmers and aquatic activities.
- Enforce pool rules, safety procedures, and applicable facility policies.
- Respond quickly and appropriately to accidents, injuries, emergencies, and water rescues.
- Perform first aid, CPR, and emergency procedures as required.
- Maintain a safe environment for swimmers and pool patrons.
- Complete required safety checks and ensure lifesaving equipment is available and ready for
use.
- Monitor pool conditions and promptly report concerns regarding water quality, equipment, or
facility safety to the Deck Supervisor / Aquatic Coordinator and/or appropriate facility contact.
- Complete required incident, accident, rescue, and other operational reports.
- Communicate clearly and respectfully with patrons, coworkers, supervisors, parents, and
guardians.
- Assist with pool opening and closing procedures as assigned.
- Maintain a clean and orderly pool deck and areas under the employee's responsibility.
- Address unsafe behaviour and violations of pool rules in a professional and respectful manner.
- Participate in staff meetings, training, emergency drills, and ongoing professional
development.
Swim Instruction
- Create a positive, encouraging, and inclusive learning environment.
- Plan and deliver swimming lessons appropriate to the age, ability, and skill level of
participants.
- Provide instruction in swimming skills, water safety, strokes, entries, exits, and other aquatic
skills.
- Follow applicable Lifesaving Society programming, standards, and guidelines.
- Completes all required student assessments, evaluations, and progress markings accurately
and within established timelines.
- Ensures all student report cards accurately reflect individual skill development, progress, and
performance in accordance with established evaluation standards.
- Monitor participant progress and provide constructive feedback.
- Maintain appropriate supervision and safety standards during all lessons.
- Complete required attendance, progress, and program records.
- Completes all required student assessments, evaluations, and progress markings accurately
and within established timelines.
- Ensures all student report cards accurately reflect individual skill development, progress, and
performance in accordance with established evaluation standards.
- Adapt instruction to accommodate different learning styles, abilities, and comfort levels in the
water.
Qualifications
Applicants must possess the appropriate certifications required to perform assigned lifeguarding and
swimming instruction duties.
- Current Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard certification.
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR certification as required.
- Current Lifesaving Society Swim for Life Instructor certification for applicants responsible for
swimming instruction.
- Previous lifeguarding, swimming instruction, recreation, or customer service experience is an
asset.
PO. Box 219
100 Springfield Centre Drive
Oakbank, Manitoba R0E 1J0
Ph: (204) 444-3321
Fax: (204) 444-2137
Why Join the Municipality of Springfield?
This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in launching a brand-new community aquatic
facility. The successful candidate will help shape programs, build a strong aquatic team, and
contribute to creating a safe, welcoming, and engaging recreation space for residents of all ages.
Interested applicants are invited to ysubmit a resume and cover letter by 4:00pm, November 6, 2026.
RM of Springfield
Attention: Human Resource Department
“Lifeguard/Swim Instructor”
Box 219, Oakbank, Manitoba R0E 1J0
Phone: (204) 444-3321
Email: careers@rmofspringfield.ca
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.