Lifeguard

Lifeguards are responsible for providing guests with an exceptional experience while ensuring safe and proper usage of the facilities, injury prevention and emergency situation management through pro-active use of incident prevention and public relations skills, active pool supervision, effective teamwork and superior communication.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Supervising all aquatic areas of the World Waterpark, including a 2000 person capacity wave pool.
• Assisting guests in the safe and proper use of World Waterpark attractions.
• Responding to minor and major first aid situations and following health, safety and emergency procedures.
• Responding to distressed or drowning swimmers.
• Providing exceptional guest service, assisting guests with questions or concerns regarding the facility and waterslides and having a sound knowledge of West Edmonton Mall.
• Assisting with cleaning the pool, pool areas, slides and staff areas as required.
• Acting as a role model for other staff.
• Other responsibilities as required.

Desired Qualifications:

• Must have current Standard First Aid or Aquatic Emergency Care, National Lifeguard Pool and Oxygen Administration. National Lifeguard Water Park will be obtained after hire.
• Possess the desire to obtain Lifeguard Fitness Skills, Oxygen Therapy, and advanced aquatic certifications.
• Must be safety minded and have an interest in aquatics.
• Must be people oriented and have excellent communication skills that include speaking, writing, reading and understanding of the English language.
• Outgoing and personable, with a commitment to excellence in public relations.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to work in a fast paced dynamic team environment.
• Must have previous guest service experience and excellent written and interpersonal skills.

Terms of Employment:

• Upon a successful in-person interview, candidates will be invited to participate in a water skill test held on the evenings of December 20 and 21.
• This is a part-time position that requires flexible availability Monday through Sunday including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to pass a basic security clearance.
• Ability to work in a hot and humid environment, in close proximity to water and chlorine and stand for long periods of time.