• Join a team where you can enjoy career growth and do meaningful work 
• Receive hourly compensation of $44.44 per hour (with increase to $45.33 in January 2026), plus a generous benefits package
• Enjoy a great quality of life and the great outdoors in Fort St John!

About the City of Fort St John

With a population of 21,465, the City of Fort St John, British Columbia, is the largest city in Northeastern BC. Fort St. John is not only the largest city in the Northeast Region of BC; it is also the largest city in British Columbia situated along the world-famous Alaska Highway. Fort St. John is “The Energetic City” for good reason. The title reflects not only our large resource base of oil, natural gas, forestry and agriculture, but also the vitality of our residents. Fort St John is a great place for families, and for people who love nature, to enjoy the great outdoors all year round.

We are committed to shaping the future of this dynamic city, where innovation meets tradition, and where our ideas and contributions truly matter. We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, competitive compensation packages, and ample opportunities to grow and elevate your career.

To read more about us, please visit fortstjohn.ca.

About the Opportunity

The City of Fort St John is looking for two Aquatic Supervisors to join their team in Fort St John, British Columbia. One opportunity is a permanent, full-time position, and the second is a maternity leave coverage role running until February 2027. These roles follow a 10-hour shift schedule (4 days on, 3 days off), with some flexibility required for weekend and afternoon shifts. Non-day shifts receive an additional $1.10/hour premium.

In these dynamic leadership roles, you will report to the Aquatics Manager and work closely with the Aquatics Programmer to ensure the safe, efficient, and engaging operation of the City's aquatic programs and facility. These are a hands-on positions combining supervisory duties, program coordination, and direct aquatics instruction, with approximately equal time spent between office responsibilities and pool deck leadership.

Your primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Supervising, mentoring, and supporting a diverse team of full-time, part-time, and auxiliary aquatic staff
• Assisting with staff scheduling, performance evaluations, and daily task delegation
• Leading and participating in aquatic instruction, lifeguarding, and aqua fitness programs as needed
• Coordinating and supporting aquatic program delivery, special events, and swim club activities
• Organizing and delivering aquatic training programs, safety orientations, and certification courses
• Ensuring safe facility operations and enforcing WorkSafe and legislative safety requirements
• Monitoring facility conditions and delegating custodial duties to meet operational standards
• Responding to incidents, reviewing reports, and recommending safety improvements
• Preparing attendance reports, operational logs, and program statistics
• Maintaining accurate administrative records and supporting budget management
• Contributing to a positive, respectful workplace culture aligned with City policies
• Participating in departmental committees and broader recreation initiatives as required

About You

To qualify, you will need a diploma in recreation, physical education, or a related field and current aquatic instructor and lifeguard certifications. A minimum of 3 years of experience in a related environment with supervisory and program leadership responsibilities will also be essential. You will also have:

• Current Lifesaving Instructor certification (Trainer certification considered an asset and can be obtained on the job)
• Current National Lifeguard certification
• Lifesaving Swim for Life Instructor Trainer and current Lifesaving Instructor
• Standard First Aid with CPR-C and First Aid Instructor certification
• Demonstrated supervisory experience including scheduling, coaching, and performance support

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

• National Lifeguard Instructor certification
• AquaFit/Fitness Theory certification
• Pool Operators II (or willingness to obtain)
• Management skills for Supervisors Certificate, or equivalent course
• Experience working in a unionized environment
• Strong administrative and reporting skills
• Proven ability to plan, deliver, and evaluate aquatic programming
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and program scheduling systems

As our ideal candidates, you will possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, a supportive leadership approach, and a proven ability to motivate and mentor staff at all levels. You thrive in a fast-paced public facility, balance administrative priorities with on-deck leadership, and set a positive tone for safety, service excellence, and teamwork.

These are fantastic opportunities for passionate aquatic leaders who are looking to continue building a long-term career in aquatic management, foster a high-performing team, and make a meaningful impact in a growing northern community. You are committed, adaptable, and excited to lead by example, both in the office and on the pool deck.

Please note: these are unionized positions, and the successful applicants will be required to become a member of the BCGEU. Terms and conditions of employment are governed by the Collective Agreement between the City of Fort St. John and the B.C. General Employees' Union (BCGEU). 

About the Benefits

As recognition for all your hard work and determination, you can look forward to receiving an hourly salary of $44.44 per hour (with increase to $45.33 in January 2026), plus the following benefits:

• Please note: the temporary role will receive $1.10/hr in lieu of benefits
• Opportunities for overtime, paid as double 
• Relocation assistance
• Extended health and dental plan
• Life insurance and AD&D insurance
• 16 vacation days, increases to 21 days in 3rd year
• Municipal pension plan
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Robust learning and development program
• Regular company and team social activities
• Staff appreciation day - Branded clothes and gear
• And more!

If you have the skills necessary to bring success to the role, we invite you to apply today!