Junior Lifeguard/Instructor (Competition #26-06)

Parkland County, AB, Canada

Temporary

Student (High School)

Join a team that prioritizes public service, where your work will make a meaningful impact within the community.  Parkland County believes in the power of teamwork, fostering a collaborative environment across departments to improve efficiency and innovation.   With a solution-focused mindset, we approach challenges with resilience.  Parkland County is committed to respect, working to uphold transparency, inclusion, and accountability in all decision-making.  With a focus on safety, we create a supportive and safe environment for employees and the public.  If you share these values and are ready to contribute to a dynamic and caring organization, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.

Now Hiring: Junior Lifeguard/Instructor (Competition #26-06)

Parkland County has casual summer positions available at the Entwistle Community Recreation Centre for Junior Lifeguards/Instructors from approximately May to September 2026. Reporting to the Community Recreation Programmer, you will:

Perform lifeguarding functions in accordance with Provincial Standards; including responding to and treating all urgent and non-urgent first aid situations and responding to all emergencies.
Conduct routine safety inspections; recognizing and preventing hazardous situations. Instruct all programs incorporating effective class management techniques.
Educate students on proper use of equipment and site-specific behaviour.
Ensure aquatic facility is clean, well maintained and safe for the public and staff.
Assist with water testing and chemical additions.
Perform administrative duties including taking admissions, processing course registrations, and answering customer inquiries.

The ideal candidate would have the following:

Standard First Aid with CPR, Level C is required.
Minimum Lifeguard Certifications:
- National Lifeguard Award
- Oxygen Administration is an asset
Minimum Instructor Certifications:
- Aquatic Instructor Award
- Lifesaving Instructor would be an asset
Current Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Check is required prior to start of employment, completed at employee’s expense.
Successful Child Intervention Record Check.
Experience handling cash is an asset.
Possess excellent problem solving, multitasking, interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to deal with difficult situations and customer complaints with confidence.

The total rewards package for this position includes:
An hourly rate of pay of $24.45 based on up to 40 hours per week.

Parkland County offers a total rewards package including competitive pay aligned with the Collective Agreement of The International Union of Operating Engineers – Local 955, access to our confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program, and 4% vacation pay and 4% statutory holiday pay in addition to your regular earnings. Our organization offers access to physical fitness including an employee on site gym and lunch exercise programs, a Social Club, a health, safety & mental wellness committee, and a comprehensive training program with extensive learning and development opportunities. Visit our careers page to view our Total Rewards Package for this position!

Additional Information
Interested Candidates are Invited to Apply Online at careers.parklandcounty.com by Friday, January 30, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Applications will only be considered through the Parkland County website.

These positions will be stationed at the Entwistle Community Recreation Centre (4916 51 St, Entwistle, AB).

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes, respects and values the multivariate diversity of current and prospective employees. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodation throughout the recruitment and employment process. If you have any questions regarding this, please connect with our team at [email protected]

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This position's status is Casual, though up to 40hrs/week may be required. Please provide your availability and desired hours per week.*

Do you have Standard First Aid with CPR, Level C?*

Do you have your National Lifeguard Award?*

Do you have Oxygen Administration?*

Do you have you Aquatic Instructor Award?*

Do you have your Lifesaving Instructor?*

Are you able to provide a Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Check at the start of employment, completed at your expense (including a successful Child Intervention Check)?*

Do you have experience handling cash?*

Do you possess excellent problem solving, multitasking, interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to deal with difficult situations and customer complaints with confidence?*

Are you legally eligible to work in Canada?*

We have a nepotism policy which states guidelines for the recruitment of a relative of an existing employee. To the best of your knowledge do you have any relation to anyone working at Parkland County or serving on Council?*

Parkland County requires regular attendance at work. Are you aware of anything which may prevent you from having regular attendance at work?*

Are you able to work, in-person at the Parkland County Facility specified in the posting?*

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