Lifeguard

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Hiring Unit:

Athletics and Recreation

Position Summary:

Under the director of the immediate supervisor, the incumbent will be expected to perform the following duties at the Memorial pool.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Expected to open and close pool area depending on schedule worked.
• Perform setup and take down of equipment depending on upcoming daily events or pool usage.
• Maintain constant surveillance of patrons in or around the pool.
• Act immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of an emergency.
• Provides emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services.
• Maintain a clean and organized office, equipment room, and pool area.
• Inspect first aid kits on a weekly basis to ensure supplies are adequately stocked.
• Assist with occasional administrative tasks.

***Selected candidates must successfully pass their criminal background check in order to be considered for this position.

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities

• NLS lifeguarding certification required
• Standard First Aid C certification required

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level 4 (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.

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This position is covered by the AMUSE collective agreement.

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected].