swimming instructor - recreation
About the company
One of the sunniest regions in BC's Lower Mainland, Delta embraces three unique communities - Ladner, North Delta and Tsawwassen.
The City of Delta is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and share in our commitment to lead the way in public service excellence.
Your tasks
Aquatic Instructor Are you eager to become a lifeguard? Get your toes wet as a swimming instructor before completing your National Lifeguard certification! The City of Delta is seeking applications from enthusiastic candidates who have completed the Water Safety Instructor and/or Swim for Life Instructor certification to join our team at Winskill Aquatic & Fitness Centre to provide instructional and recreational aquatics programs and leisure play activities for all age groups. If you are interested in joining a dynamic team committed to connecting people to active living as well as making a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply to this opportunity!
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
- Conducts water safety program instruction for all age ranges and for a variety of community groups.
- Leads leisure play activities for special events, birthday parties and various celebrations.
- Performs custodial and janitorial duties relative to the aquatic facility.
- Ensures the safety of patrons participating in water safety programs and leisure play activities.
- Prepares and maintains records and reports.
- Ensures observance of regulations governing public conduct within recreational facilities and activities.
- Provides routine information to the public regarding programs and facilities; promotes interest and ongoing participation in programs.
- Ensures for safe and proper use of equipment and facilities.
Requirements
- Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor Certification
- Minimum age of sixteen (16) years.
- Completion of Grade 10 and/or an equivalent combination of training and experience is an asset.
- Provide your Fall/Winter 2026-2027 availability
What we offer
The City of Delta provides a competitive salary of $27.78 - $32.57 per hour + 12% in lieu of vacation, public holidays and benefits.
- Seek aquatics volunteer opportunities at delta.ca/volunteer
- Register for ongoing training, such as the Next Wave - Aquatic Leadership & Development Program, Lifesaving Instructor Certification, Aquafit Certification, and other trainer certifications.
How to apply
Interested applicants are requested to apply online at www.delta.ca/employment, to competition number 26-193 EX by November 1, 2026.
Other
Important Dates November 2 - November 15, 2026 - Applicant Shortlisting
November 15, 2026 - Stroke & Skill Screening Session - Attend one of these optional sessions at Winskill Aquatic & Fitness Centre to confirm that your skills and strokes are up to standard. Lifesaving Swimmer 6 skills and Lifesaving NL physical standard skills will be screened and applicants will be provided feedback for improvement to meet the standards. Please register by calling 604-952-3000 and provide the Event ID 1:00 pm Event ID - 128852 1:20 pm Event ID - 128853 1:40 pm Event ID - 128854
November 22, 2026 - Lifeguard/Instructor Wet/Dry Interview Prep Session - This session is by invite only. Applicants will be shortlisted and invited to attend this session. 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm at Winskill Aquatic & Fitness Centre.
November 30, 2026 - Lifeguard/Instructor Wet/Dry Interview - Applicants must be available to attend this session. Applicants will be shortlisted and invited to attend this session. 11:00 am - 3:00 pm at Winskill Aquatic & Fitness Centre.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. To improve your chances of being shortlisted, we encourage applicants to keep their skills current. We recommend the following:
At the City of Delta, we are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce that is representative of our community, providing equal opportunity and fostering an inclusive workplace where our individual