Waterfront Lifeguard Lead

Department: Visitor Safety & Patrol

Type of Contract: Contract, Seasonal

Work Location: Milton, ON, L9E 0C6

CH Site: Kelso Conservation Area

Posting Start Date: February 14, 2025

Posting End Date: April 11, 2025

Your Opportunity

The Waterfront Lifeguard Lead is responsible for providing guidance to the lifeguard team and maintaining control of the activities within the beach area and the Kelso Cove Waterpark area to provide a safe and enjoyable experience for guests and staff.

The primary responsibilities of this position include:

• Ensure a safe and enjoyable environment for guests and staff in waterfront areas including the swimming beach and the Kelso Cove Waterpark through supervision, accident prevention, first aid, rescue skills, public education, and public relations
• Identify and address risks in and around the beach and waterpark areas to keep guests safe
• Participate in pre-season beach setup, including installing and maintaining buoy lines, and other rescue equipment
• Coordinate, plan, and deliver pre-season and in-season Waterfront Lifeguard team training
• Provide daily work assignments, staff rotations, and coordination of resources for the Waterfront Lifeguard team
• Responsible for scheduling shifts for the Waterfront Lifeguard team throughout the season
• Mentor and develop Waterfront Lifeguards and Assistant Leads
• Record shift details daily in the Beach Setup and Supervisory Log, or the Kelso Cove Daily log, as appropriate
• Support staff with the understanding and compliance of health & safety policies and other related CH policies and procedures
• Oversee incident reporting ensuring completeness and accuracy
• Provide customer service and engage with guests to provide education about potential hazards and safe practices in supervised waterfront areas
• Support Open-Water swim events by scheduling Lifeguards and other resources as required
• Work in accordance with the Conservation Halton’s Safety Policies & Procedures and the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and all other related manuals
• Other duties as assigned

Your Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older at the time of employment
• Certified and experienced NLS Waterfront Lifeguard *Successful candidates must provide a copy of certification
• Must possess Aquatic Supervisor certification or complete this certification during training period
• Effective communication skills, combined with the ability and willingness to enforce policies and procedures in a professional manner
• Ability to prioritize and act on the needs of both staff and guests
• Previous supervisory experience is an asset, ability to provide direction and oversight to staff team
• Ability to manage conflict and utilize de-escalation skills to resolve conflict situations
• Ability to work outside in a variety of weather conditions
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds, stand, and walk for long periods of time
• Successful candidates are required to provide a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSS), to verify the absence of a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted (if over 18 years old). *Cost covered by Conservation Halton up to $30.00
• Must be flexible to work all scheduled shifts, including weekends and holidays
• Supervision Evaluation and Enhancement (SEE) Auditor certification is an asset
• Lifesaving Swim Instructor Certification is an asset
• Pleasure Craft Operator Certification is an asset
• CH parks are not accessible by public transit; candidates should ensure they have reliable transportation.

Your Reward

• Starting at $27.02 per hour
• Part time and full-time hours available; hours may vary depending on availability
• This position’s expected start date is 2025-04-21
• Gain valuable job-related experience and skills working in a Conservation Area
• Free access to Conservation Halton and Conservation Ontario parks
• Discounts on Conservation Halton/Glen Eden services, food and merchandise
• Option to enroll in the OMERS defined benefit pension plan, with generous employer-matching.
• You will work in an inspiring setting with views of the Niagara Escarpment and no traffic lights for several miles
• You will work with a creative, talented and solutions-focused team
• You will work for an organization that provides flexible work arrangements and places tremendous value on professional development and wellness of its employees

Our Core Values

Diversity and Inclusion – We endeavor to understand, accept and appreciate the value of our differences and encourage authenticity.

Learning and Innovation – We embrace the need for continuous improvement, the opportunity to learn from others and the benefits of sharing knowledge.

Person-Centered Service – We make people a priority through customer-centred engagement, predictive problem-solving and high-quality service.

Collaboration – We seek out and trust in the skills, expertise and experience of others in order to achieve our common ambition.

Sustainability – We consider the environmental impact of everything we do and always keep future generations in mind when making decisions.

Integrity – We make decisions with accountability, transparency and a strong sense of personal responsibility for our choices and actions.

Resilience – We are positive and proud of our ability to quickly and effectively respond to change.

To Apply

Please visit the link to apply online and have your resume ready to complete your application: Click to apply.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Conservation Halton will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. To discuss accommodations, please contact operations@hrca.on.ca.

Pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information provided through the recruitment, selection, and onboarding process is collected under the authority of the Conservation Authorities Act R.S.O. 1990, c. C.27, s. 18 (1), as amended, for the purpose of determining eligibility for employment and volunteer positions with Conservation Halton. Personal information is collected and managed in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Questions about the collection of information can be directed to the Freedom of Information Coordinator, Office of the President & CEO, 2596 Britannia Road West, Burlington, Ontario, L7P 0G3, 905-336-1158 ext. 2236, admin@hrca.on.ca.