Position Type: Regular Full Time
Number of Positions: 1
Start Date: September 11, 2026
Probationary Rate: $29.72
Job Rate: $30.85
Location: (MIP) Fort McMurray, Alberta
CUPE INTERNAL POSTING DATE: August 25, 2026
CUPE INTERNAL CLOSING DATE: August 31, 2026
Requisition # : 2021758
Please Note: The job posting will remain active until the position has been filled.
This position is covered by the terms & conditions of the CUPE 1505 Collective Agreement.
About Us:
Ever thought your next job could change the way someone thinks about water safety for the rest of their life?
At the Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo (RRC), our vision Together we create community isn’t something we hang on a wall. It’s something you feel the moment you step into our facilities: in the energy on the pool deck, the teamwork behind the scenes, and the pride we take in keeping people safe while helping them thrive.
We are looking for a full-time Lifeguard Instructor who brings skill, confidence, and a genuine passion for people. Someone who can balance focus with energy, lead with calm under pressure, and bring a sense of fun and connection into serious, lifesaving learning environments. Because at the RRC, we know the best instructors don’t just teach , they inspire, motivate, and make learning stick.
In this role, you will help shape the next generation of aquatic professionals, building not just certified lifeguards, but confident, capable leaders who are ready for anything. You will be the kind of instructor who can turn a challenging skill into a breakthrough moment, and a nervous first attempt into a proud success story.
Our values: Safety, Collaboration, Innovation, Sustainability, and Diversity are at the heart of everything we do, but they come to life through people like you. We are also deeply committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, and to creating an environment where everyone feels welcome, supported, and able to show up as their best self.
Day to day, you will lead certification courses, deliver in water instruction, and mentor candidates as they build confidence, skill, and judgment. No two days are exactly the same and that’s part of the fun. You will be part educator, part motivator, and part role model, helping create moments that stick with learners long after they leave the pool deck.
If you are ready to teach with purpose, lead with integrity, and build a stronger, safer community, we want to hear from you.
We Offer Great Benefits & Perks – We Take Care of Our People
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Competitive Hourly Wage
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Cost of Living Allowance
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Vacation Days, and Personal Leave Days as we believe in having a work life balance.
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Comprehensive Health, Vision & Dental Package
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RRSP Options
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Employee Assistance Program
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Development Opportunities
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Membership Credit
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Team Celebrations
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Recognition Programs incl: Scholarship Program
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Staff Discounts
Your Role
Lifeguard Instructors are at the heart of the Aquatic Centre. Reporting to the Aquatic Supervisors and under the leadership of an Aquatic Team Lead, you will perform as a professional and dedicated team player in providing the best aquatic service to the community.
It is a requirement as Full-Time Lifeguard Instructors at RRC to be available to work rotations at Sonny Flett Aquatic Centre located in Fort Chipewyan or any other RRC facility.
Your Responsibilities
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Performs preventative lifeguarding duties in accordance with national standards and internal policies and procedures.
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Prevents injuries by providing public education and responds appropriately when first aid treatment and/or emergency response/rescue is required.
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Maintains the general cleanliness and safety of the aquatic centre area including change rooms and immediately rectifies unclean and/or potentially hazardous conditions in a proactive nature, whenever possible.
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Carries out opening and closing procedures appropriately.
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Completes reports accurately and in a timely manner.
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Organizes and leads games and activities for members and guests.
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Sets up, takes down and safely stores equipment and bulkheads according to a prearranged schedule and does so in a timely and cooperative manner.
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Provides exceptional service to aquatic centre users.
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Conducts routine safety inspections.
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Performs wrist band checks.
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Some administrative duties, including but not limited to; maintain accurate, up to date work sheet, progress sheets and records for participants as well as completing evaluations.
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Create, develop, and teach all courses required based on qualifications.
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Teach a minimum of one set of lessons per lesson set.
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Instructs classes/courses according to program standards and internal policies and procedures utilizing continuous evaluation methods and completes associated administrative materials in a timely and professional manner.
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Liaise with parents and children on instruction progress and pool rules.
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Will attend all scheduled in-service training and perform monthly skills.
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Establishes and maintains a cooperative/collaborative working relationship with other departments and Rural Facilities within the RRC through positive actions and communication.
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All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Education & Experience
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Current Intermediate First Aid (Standard First Aid)/CPR C/AED Certificate
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Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard.
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Lifesaving Swim Instructor Certificate.
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Red Cross Youth Leader is an asset.
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Red Cross First Aid Instructor Certificate is an asset.
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Lifesaving Society Lifesaving Instructor Certificate is an asset.
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Group Fitness Instructor Certificate is an asset.
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Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard Instructor Certificate is an asset.
Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
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Knowledge of lifeguarding principles and practices.
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Knowledge of aquatic instructional programs and evaluation standards.
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A strong dedication to community service.
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Ability to promote water safety and drowning prevention through public education and special events with all facility users.
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Ability and willingness to be flexible in a changing work environment.
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Excellent personal motivation with a proven ability to build and work collaboratively in a strong team concept environment, and independently.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to recognize and act to resolve potential problems proactively.
Other Requirement:
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Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector check
Working Conditions
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While performing the essential functions of this job some tasks involve the ability to exert very moderate physical effort, typically involving some combination of standing, standing at a height, sitting, sitting at a height, crouching, walking, climbing, swimming, performing work while wet and/or performing work while wet for extended periods of time.
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Emergency tasks and regular staff training events involve the performance of physically demanding work, which may involve some combination of running, climbing and/or swimming and may involve lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling heavy objects including distressed persons on land or in the water, performing work while wet and/or performing work while wet for extended periods of time.
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Lifeguard Instructors must maintain the ability to demonstrate “Must See” items from the appropriate governing body to the satisfaction of the employer at all times of scheduled employment.
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Safe lifting, carrying and rescue techniques and the use of a rescue aid in the water and the coordination of rescue with a second rescuer and a rescue aid in the water, when possible, are required by the employer.
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Safe use of employee protective equipment is required by the employer.
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This position requires a flexible schedule including statutory holidays, early morning, late night, and weekend work.
Safety
All employees are responsible and accountable for Regional Recreation Corporation’s health and safety policy. All employees at every level should be familiar with the requirements of the Alberta Occupational Health and Safety legislation as it relates to their work processes.
The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies and to act as a role model in the adherence to policies. These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job.
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue through the selection process will be contacted
The RRC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We will gladly provide accommodations upon request for applicants with any barriers and/or disabilities during the recruitment process. We appreciate all candidates who apply for this position; though only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
