Aquatic Instructor - Fall 2026

Aquatic Instructor - Fall 2026 Delta, British Columbia, Canada

Location: Recreation/Facilities

Employment group: CUPE Local 454

Hours of Work: Auxiliary/Casual

Job ID: 26-145 EX

One of the sunniest regions in BC’s Lower Mainland, Delta embraces three unique communities – Ladner, North Delta and Tsawwassen. The City of Delta is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and share in our commitment to lead the way in public service excellence.

Are you eager to become a lifeguard? Get your toes wet as a swimming instructor before completing your National Lifeguard certification!

The City of Delta is seeking applications from enthusiastic candidates who have completed the Water Safety Instructor and/or Swim for Life Instructor certification to join our team in Fall 2026 to provide instructional and recreational aquatics programs and leisure play activities for all age groups. If you are interested in joining a dynamic team committed to connecting people to active living as well as making a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply to this opportunity!

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducts water safety program instruction for all age ranges and for a variety of community groups.
• Leads leisure play activities for special events, birthday parties and various celebrations.
• Performs custodial and janitorial duties relative to the aquatic facility.
• Ensures the safety of patrons participating in water safety programs and leisure play activities.
• Prepares and maintains records and reports.
• Ensures observance of regulations governing public conduct within recreational facilities and activities.
• Provides routine information to the public regarding programs and facilities; promotes interest and ongoing participation in programs.
• Ensures for safe and proper use of equipment and facilities.

Qualifications

• Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor Certification.
• Minimum age of sixteen (16) years.
• Completion of Grade 10 and/or an equivalent combination of training and experience is an asset.
• Provide your Fall 2026 availability.

The City of Delta provides a competitive salary of $27.78 - $32.57 per hour + 12% in lieu of vacation, public holidays and benefits. Interested applicants are requested to apply online by July 8, 2026.

Important Dates

June 17 - July 8, 2026 - Accepting Applications

July 8 - July 19, 2026 - Applicant Shortlisting

July 4, 2026 - Stroke & Skill Screening Session - Attend one of these optional sessions at Sungod Recreation Centre to confirm that your skills and strokes are up to standard. Lifesaving Swimmer 6 skills and Lifesaving NL physical standard skills will be screened and applicants will be provided feedback for improvement to meet the standards. Please register by calling 604-952-3000 and provide the Event ID.

2:00 pm Event ID = 117090

2:20 pm Event ID = 117091

2:40 pm Event ID = 117092

3:00 pm Event ID = 117093

July 26, 2026 - Lifeguard/Instructor Wet/Dry Interview Prep Session - This session is by invite only. Applicants will be shortlisted and invited to attend this session.

11:00 am - 3:00 pm at Sungod Recreation Centre.

July 28, 2026 - Lifeguard/Instructor Wet/Dry Interview - Applicants must be available to attend this session. Applicants will be shortlisted and invited to attend this session.

10:00 am - 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm at Sungod Recreation Centre.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. To improve your chances of being shortlisted, we encourage applicants to keep their skills current. We recommend the following:

• Seek aquatics volunteer opportunities at delta.ca/volunteer.
• Register for ongoing training, such as the Next Wave – Aquatic Leadership & Development Program, Lifesaving Instructor Certification, Aquafit Certification, and other trainer certifications.

At the City of Delta, we are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce that is representative of our community, providing equal opportunity and fostering an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are recognized, valued and celebrated.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those under consideration will be contacted.

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets must be submitted with your application.

Preferred candidates will be required to submit a Police Information Check.