Aquatic Leader II

Aquatic Leader II

Permanent Part-Time - 0.6 (1 position) and 0.8 (1 position)

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community.

The Community Services Department has openings for two permanent part-time Aquatic Leader II positions. This position will provide supervision and leadership for lifeguards, instructors and users of the Aquatic Centre and/or waterfront lifeguard services. You will play a key role in the leadership of the Aquatic Centre Leader team and be expected to provide mentoring and leadership to other team members.

This position is responsible for participating in program development, special events, lesson supervision, lifeguard training, and staff supervision. Added responsibilities involve performing maintenance functions in and around the pool.

The successful candidate will: have completed a high school diploma, have successfully completed courses in lifesaving, swimming instruction and pool operation and maintenance. Desirable training and experience includes: a minimum of 1 year experience as an Aquatic Leader; BCRPA Aquatic Fitness Module and Instructor Trainer Certification (NL, CPR, AED). Microsoft Office Suite, RecStaff, and Activenet registration system knowledge would be considered an asset.

Required Licenses and Current Certificates include:

• Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor;
• National Lifeguard – Pool;
• Standard First Aid, CPR Level C, and AED.
• National Lifeguard – Waterfront and Lifesaving Instructor (LSI) would be considered an asset.

The successful candidate will be required to supply a police information check with vulnerable sector and a copy of their credentials. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

This posting does not list all the duties of the position, nor does it fully detail the required skills, knowledge and abilities, licences and certificates required of candidates. For details please refer to the class specification which is available for inspection on WestNet or contact Human Resources to request a copy. 

Position Status:
Union (WVMEA) - Permanent Part-Time

Hours of Work:
PPT (0.8) – 30 hours per week;
PPT (0.6) – 22.5 hours per week
Hours and days of work may vary.

Rate of Pay:
$33.90 per hour. This position has a pay structure with five steps which increase annually.

Closing Date:
11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, August 26, 2026

To Apply:
Please visit the District of West Vancouver’s Career Centre at to apply for this position.

We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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If you have any questions please contact us at  View email address on civicjobs.ca