About the Township of Muskoka Lakes

Work where others vacation. Nestled in the District Municipality of Muskoka, the Township of Muskoka Lakes delivers an exceptional quality of life without the big city stresses. This premier outdoor recreation region is home to welcoming small communities and supports a four-season lifestyle – providing more time for family and personal pursuits, and the opportunity to live and work in the same stunning environment, all within a 2.5-hour drive from Toronto.

Why Join Our Team

The culture at the Township of Muskoka Lakes is upbeat, positive and collaborative. Working for a municipality offers the opportunity to make a visible impact in your community. The Township of Muskoka Lakes is dedicated to providing a professional, safe, and inclusive workplace where employees are supported to achieve their full potential.

The Township of Muskoka Lakes strives to be an employer of choice for strong talent dedicated to serving our community, and offer the following:

• 100% employer-matched defined benefit pension plan with OMERS (optional).

• Support for paid time off, including paid public holidays.

• Paid internal training and development opportunities

• Staff recognition and appreciation programs.

• Interesting, varied work with the opportunity to gain municipal experience.

Position Overview The Lead Swim Instructor helps set up the program at the beginning of the season, trains, mentors and coaches swim instructors, teaches swimming lessons, ensures a safe beach environment for patrons, and acts as an examiner for the senior level final testing.

Summary Of Responsibilities

• Working in the lake and on the beach/dock, instruct and evaluate swimming students using the Lifesaving Society standards.

• Act as examiner for Bronze Star, Cross and Medallion and Lifesaving Rookies, Ranger Patrol and Star Patrol final testing throughout the season as needed.

• Oversees the swim instructors and assists with scheduling and submitting weekly timesheets.

• Works closely with Public Works Operations Assistant to ensure staff coverage for booked classes.

• Complete daily inspections to ensure docks and buoy lines are secured, fixed and maintained as required. Report issues 

• Maintain the schedule for each class, while providing time to answer student or parent questions as needed.

• Submit completed report cards, skill sheets and attendance information within the pre-established time lines.

• Act as first responder to emergencies and provide first aid treatment until EMS arrives.

• Provide information to the public on programs, events and water safety information.

• Provide daily maintenance and clean-up of beach and park area, monitor washrooms to ensure proper conduct and discourage acts of vandalism.

• Report illegal behaviour (alcohol consumption, vandalism) to the police and ensure a report is written for each incident

• Assist with or lead staff training sessions throughout the season and participate as required.

• Prepare program reports and statistics at end of program season and make recommendations for improvement.

• Provide feedback on staff performance for the season.

• Work together with other departments as a team and communicate effectively in a positive and professional manner.

• Full job description available upon request.

Qualifications And Experience

• Lifesaving Society Lifesaving Instructor

• Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard Service (NLS) Pool Option

• Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard Service (NLS) Waterfront Option (preferred)

• Current Standard First Aid and CPR

• Lifesaving Society Aquatic Supervisor Training

• Lifesaving Society Examiner

• Valid Ontario Driver’s License

• Ability to effectively interact, consult, and communicate with employees and members of public

• Police Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Screening

Accommodations

If you require disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please advise the Human Resources department as soon as possible. Accommodation may be provided in all steps of the hiring process.

Freedom of Information

Information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of candidate selection.

We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.