Lifeguard / Instructor

Lifeguard / Instructor

Competition #2026-38

(Part Time, Up to 3 Positions)

The District of Kent, located in the picturesque Eastern Fraser Valley, is offering several exciting opportunities in our Recreation, Culture & Projects Department.
With the upcoming Grand Opening (September 2026) of the Lets'emó:t Regional Recreation and Aquatic Centre (LRRAC), we are looking to assemble a dynamic team to deliver exceptional services to our region.

This amazing new facility expands our existing recreation centre and features an 8-lane pool, lazy river, steam room, sauna, and hot tub.

We are seeking several positive, energetic, self-motivated, and team-oriented Part Time Lifeguard / Instructors
to join us.

Reporting to the Aquatic Coordinator, you will be responsible for working with other aquatic team members according to the policies, procedures and practices set out for the Lets'emó:t Regional Recreation and Aquatic Centre (LRRAC). This includes, but not limited to, accident prevention and response; aquatic safety promotion; swim lesson instruction and administration; facility maintenance; general office administration; customer service; and shift supervision.

Required qualifications:

• Minimum of one (1) year of aquatic related experience.
• Current National Lifeguard (NL) - Pool Option.
• Standard First Aid Certificate (or equivalent).
• CPR Level (C) Award.
• Lifesaving Swim Instructor Certificate.
• Lifesaving Society Instructor Certificate (Preferred).
• Pool Operator - Level 1 (preferred).

Pay and benefits for this bargaining unit position will be in accordance with the Collective Agreement, CUPE Local 458. The 2025 post-probationary wage rate for this position is $28.67/hour. This part-time position may also include extended health benefits and participation in the Municipal Pension Plan (MPP), in accordance with the policies of the benefits provider and the MPP.

If this position is of interest to you, please visit our employment page at to view the job description and to submit your application prior to the competition closing at 4:30 p.m. on August 13, 2026 . Please note that we are actively recruiting and will consider all applications as they are received.

Alan M. Lucas, CRSP
Director of Human Resources / Occupational Safety

District of Kent
PO Box 70, 7170 Cheam Avenue
Agassiz, BC V0M 1A0

The District of Kent would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Preferred candidates will be required to obtain and maintain an acceptable Police Information Check (Vulnerable Sector).