The City of Richmond is committed to be the most appealing, livable, well-managed community in Canada, a vision that is only made possible by developing our most valuable asset – our people. This is a great opportunity to join our team and shape our community. The City of Richmond offers competitive pay programs, comprehensive benefits and attractive incentives. If you are looking to make a difference, and to share our vision, then please apply.
Reporting to the Coordinator, Leisure Services in Aquatics, this supervisory position is responsible for the day-to-day operations and programs of aquatic facilities, including the seasonal operations of two outdoor pools. The work involves the supervision of staff involved in instructional and lifeguarding tasks; planning, coordination, implementation and evaluation of aquatic programs, services and special events; and development and delivery of staff safety seminars. Initial location will be Watermania, but may change due to operational needs.
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Assists in the direction of the daily operations of indoor and outdoor aquatic facilities; assumes responsibility for facility operations within defined limits of authority and action on assigned shifts, as directed.
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Plans, assigns, supervises and checks, directly or through direct reports, the work of staff engaged in aquatic instruction and lifeguarding work; evaluates the work performance of staff; participates in interviewing and selecting employees.
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Participates in the planning, scheduling, development and organization of aquatic programs; schedules, evaluates and recommends changes to a variety of instructional and recreational aquatic programs for all ages; monitors course registrations and makes required adjustments to program offerings; develops new programs and special events, as directed, and implements same upon approval; maintains currency in trends and developments in aquatic instruction.
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Coordinates and ensures for in service induction of staff in the understanding of life support systems and techniques, and departmental policies and procedures; establishes lifeguard swimming instructional and water safety training programs and defines standards of performance for lifeguards and instructors.
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Coordinates and edits seasonal facility brochures and aquatic section of the Recreation and Cultural Guide; promotes aquatic services, events and activities through various marketing tools and other media.
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Participates in budget preparation; monitors and tracks expenditures and variances; codes and approves invoices; makes purchase recommendations; and discusses significant variances with Supervisor.
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Maintains liaison with various community groups including swim clubs, boys and girls clubs, provincial resource centres, local schools and other organizations.
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Responds to aquatic related customer service and community enquiries, handles complaints regarding teaching methods, facility cleanliness and other related matters.
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Maintains a variety of records and reports; compiles statistics.
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Knowledge of statutes and department policies and procedures applicable to the operation of aquatic facilities.
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Knowledge of the theory and practice of lifeguarding, artificial respiration, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid.
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Knowledge of teaching methods and group leadership techniques emphasizing instruction in water safety and aquatic skills.
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Knowledge of the aquatic recreational needs and interests of the citizens in the community.
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Knowledge of the rules, regulations, procedures and policies governing the work performed.
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Ability to assign, supervise, check and participate in the work of and train staff engaged in aquatic instruction and lifeguard work and to conduct performance evaluations of same.
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Ability to contribute to the recruitment and hiring of new staff, including interviews.
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Ability to participate in planning, scheduling, developing, organizing and evaluating instruction and recreational aquatic programs.
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Ability to recommend changes to instructional and recreational aquatic programs and develop and implement new programs of instruction.
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Ability to plan and conduct in service training of staff.
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Ability to assume responsibility for facility operations within defined limits of authority and action on an assigned shift, as directed.
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Ability to prepare and maintain a variety of records, statistics and reports related to the work.
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Ability to prepare and administer budgets.
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Ability to deal effectively with staff, public and user groups on matters related to the work.
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials, employees and patrons.
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Completion of a Diploma or Degree in community recreation leadership recreation management or related discipline supplemented by courses in first-aid, lifesaving, lifeguarding, aquatics instruction, and pool operation and maintenance OR an equivalent combination of training and experience
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Minimum of 5 years related experience in aquatics
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Minimum of 2 years related experience with supervisory responsibilities
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Swim Instructor Certificate
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Lifesaving Society, Life Saving Instructor Certificate or equivalent
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Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation Certificate – Level “C” & AED
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National Lifeguard Award – Pool Option
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Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia
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Pool Operator – Level 1 & 2
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Emergency First Aid
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National Lifeguard Instructor/Examiner
Duties are primarily performed in an office environment within an aquatic facility and may also include some limited exposure to disagreeable conditions or hazards.
Employee Group:
CUPE Local 718
Position Status:
Regular Full-Time
Duration of Appointment:
n/a
Salary Range:
$46.85 - $55.31/hr
Hours of Work:
Tuesday to Saturday, Flex Blocking Schedule, Compressed Work Week
Application Posted:
5/29/26
External Closing Date:
6/11/26
