Aquatics Supervisor

WHO WE ARE

The Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS) supports the Canadian Armed Forces members and their families wherever they are in the world through the provision of fitness, recreation and leisure activities, family and charitable support, retail as well as personal financial services. We offer our employees the opportunity to work with a purpose every day in an inclusive, healthy, respectful and rewarding work environment.

THE ROLE

Under the supervision of the Aquatics Coordinator, the Aquatics Supervisor assists with the planning, organizing, and coordinating of the delivery of Base/Wing/Unit (B/W/U) aquatic programs. They assist with developing and amending policies and procedures. The Aquatics Supervisor monitors, evaluates and recommends improvements to the B/W/U aquatic programs. They supervise and instruct aquatic training sessions.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED

Education, Certifications and Licenses

College diploma or certificate in Physical Sciences, or a related field and some years of experience in aquatics or a related field

OR an acceptable combination of education, training and experience will also be considered

Current CPR and Standard First Aid certification

Current National Lifeguard Service (NLS) certification

HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development or HIGH FIVE Sport

HIGH FIVE Healthy Minds for Healthy Children

Experience

In evaluating, planning, preparing, organizing, conducting and coordinating the delivery of aquatic programs

In instructing training sessions

In employee supervision

In applying policies, procedures and regulations

In supervising the work of volunteers

Competencies, Skills and Abilities

Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

English Essential / Bilingual an asset

Reading: Functional

Writing: Functional

Oral: Functional

BENEFITS AVAILABLE

Health Benefits: Drug coverage, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.

Work Life Balance: A wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.

Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.

Learning and Development: Tuition Assistance Program and Advanced Learning Program, payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities and second language training.

Perks: Discounts through CFAppreciation.

OTHER INFORMATION

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:

The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check

OPEN TO:

This unionized position is open to all interested parties. Preference will be granted in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

START DATE

29 Aug 2022

The anticipated term of this position is 3 months

INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATION

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live. Accommodations are available to all candidates identifying a need during all or any parts of the selection process.