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Township of Rideau Lakes
in Township of Rideau Lakes
invites applications for the position of
Lifeguard (1)

Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Job Description

The Township of Rideau Lakes is seeking an individual for a Seasonal Contract position as a Life Guard from July 3rd to August 29th, 2025, at Sand Lake Park and Westport Lions Club Beach.

The regular working hours for this position are 32.5 hours per week from Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The hourly wage rate is Band 1B Step 4 ($20.91/hour).

Position Summary:

To ensure a safe environment for swimming lesson participants through supervision, accident prevention and rescue skills. Assist the Swim Instructor in the delivery of the swimming program.

Required Qualifications

  • Must be at least 16 years of age.
  • Valid Standard First Aid with CPR (Level C) from a WSIB approved agency.
  • Current Lifesaving Society's National Lifeguard-Pool OR current Lifesaving Society's National Lifeguard-Waterfront
  • Satisfactory police check with vulnerable sector check (if 18 years or older)
  • A valid Class “G2” driver’s license or higher with reliable transportation
  • Must demonstrate the ability to work without supervision.
  • Must be observant and attentive to detail.
  • Must be highly motivated to work both independently and within a team environment.
  • Must be courteous and tactful in dealing with coworkers and the public.
  • Knowledge and ability to evaluate water conditions to identify potential dangers or hazards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide safety supervision of participants, accident prevention, rescue skills and public relations.
  • Assist in the planning and conducting educational swimming lessons.
  • Ensure that proper equipment is in place and operational and stored away after use.
  • Ensure compliance with Ontario Health Regulations and all relevant legislation.
  • Lifeguards are responsible for program participants’ safety. They must be continually aware of actual or potential dangers to participants and practice preventative lifeguarding including accident and incident prevention i.e., behavioral concerns, potential accidents, or collisions.
  • Works as part of a team and ensures effective communication.

Contact Information

Shellee Fournier, CAO

1439 County Road 8, Delta, ON K0E 1G0

sfournier@rideaulakes.ca