City of Stratford

Lions Pool Lifeguard-in-Training 

(Internal / External Posting)

Job Posting#: 2026-06-07

Status: Temporary Full-Time

Vacancy Type: Existing 

Union/Non-union: Non-union

Date Posted:  June 23, 2026

Hourly Salary: $17.60

Closing Deadline:  July 10, 2026

Department/Division: Community Services / Recreation

Location: On-Site (Stratford, ON)

Duties:

Under the supervision of the Lions Pool Program Supervisory Team and Instructor/Guards, LITs will assist in providing a positive and safe recreational experience for the public. They will be knowledgable of pool regulations, city policies and procedures and provide exceptional customer service to all members of the community.

Work Performed:

• Provide excellent customer service and project a positive image for the City of Stratford; being courteous and respectful to all members of the community.

• Take responsible action to protect the health and safety of all participants and patrons.

• Assist in the implementation of swimming lessons for all required levels.

• Assist in the maintenance of daily, weekly and monthly tasks including proper documentation.

• Assist in basic pool and facility operations.

• Attend meetings and training sessions.

• Aid in the consistent enforcement of pool rules and support response to incidents and the completion of documentation.

• Provide coverage for shifts in the event of staff absences.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 

• Current Lifesaving Society Bronze Medallion.

• Current Emergency First Aid/CPR-B.

• Lifeaving Society Bronze Cross is preferred.

Specialized Skills, Abilities, Training, License, Memberships, or Certifications 

• Previous experience of being a lesson-assistant is an asset.

• Additional pool-related certification is considered an asset (ie. Assistant Instructor).

• Standard First Aid with CPR-C/AED is considered an asset.

• Possess some knowledge and understanding of risk mitigation and safety practices in an outdoor pool setting.

• Eagerness to learn and take initiative to build positive working relationships with coworkers, participants and community members.

• Demonstrate a positive attitude towards tasks and willingness to grow.

Applications will be received until July 10, 2026 at 4:30 pm.

The City of Stratford is not using Artifical Intelligence (AI) at any stage of the recruitment process. 

The City of Stratford is committed to building a culture where difference is valued.  The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be on behalf of the community we serve. We are committed to continuously improving our systems, policies and practices to remove barriers, promote respect and ensure our employees, in all their diversity, can succeed. We encourage and welcome qualified applicants with a diverse range of perspectives, skills and lived experiences to apply.   

Accommodations are available for people with disabilities throughout all stages of the recruitment process.  Applicants should make their needs known in advance.

While we appreciate all applications received, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Personal information collected in response to this advertisement is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001 to determine eligibility for employment with the City of Stratford.  Please direct inquiries to the Human Resources Department at hr@stratford.ca 

Human Resources Department 

City Hall, P.O. Box 818

Stratford, ON N5A 6W1