Aquatic Leadership Conductor

Position Details

• Department and Commission: Recreation Services Department, Community Services Commission
• Affiliation: Non Union
• Vacancy Type: New
• Posting Date: October 16, 2026
• Application Deadline: December 1, 2026
• Hourly Rate: $30.45 for Aquatic Leadership Conductor/Swim Specialist 1; $37.45 for Aquatic Management/Supervisor
• Work Location: All City of Markham pool locations (Cornell Community Centre, Angus Glen Community Centre, Centennial Community Centre, Milliken Mills Community Centre, Thornhill Community Centre, Thornlea Pool and Aaniin Community Centre)

About the City of Markham

The City of Markham is consistently ranked among Canada’s top municipal employers. In 2026, the City received its sixth consecutive Canada’s Best Employers recognition from Forbes and Statista Inc., placing third among municipalities and 15th overall in Government Services. An award-winning municipality, Markham is recognized for its leadership in sustainability, innovative urban planning, and strong fiscal management. Serving a diverse and growing community of more than 370,000 residents, Markham combines rich heritage with a vibrant local economy and offers employees the opportunity to contribute to meaningful, impactful work that helps strengthen the community we serve.

Join us and make a lasting difference!

Application Information

Applications are now being received for the Aquatic Leadership Conductor position in the Recreation Services Department, Community Services Commission. To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume online. Applicants will be considered on a rolling basis as positions are available. Please apply by December 1. In your cover letter, please specify which level(s) of Swim Specialist you are applying to.

• Aquatic Leadership Conductor 1 - First Aid
• Aquatic Management/Supervisor - Airway Management, NL Instructor, Trainer

Job Summary

Plans, organizes, instructs and leads specialty swimming programs (First Aid, Airway Management, NL Instructor, Lifesaving/Swim Instructor, AMT - Aquatic Management Training, AST - Aquatic Supervisor Training, Train the Trainer NL, Lifesaving/Swim Instructors, First Aid) for participants and trainees in a range of specialty areas for adults and youth. Teaches according to industry standards. Evaluates participants while ensuring a positive and safe environment for all participants and peers.

Duties

• Facilitates, leads and supervises a specialty swimming program for participants of all ages. Teaches skills required for the specific program, creating an understanding of the techniques and skills of the sport, activity or procedure.
• Organizes and writes lesson plans and short-term core plans to facilitate progressive learning according to set guidelines and the abilities of each group.
• Prepares and presents an orientation to patrons and participants at the beginning of each program session, including general rules and procedures and safety measures.
• Performs various administrative duties as required.

Qualifications

• Current Lifesaving Society Instructor.
• Current Lifesaving Society Intermediate First Aid with CPR “C”.
• Good customer service and written and verbal communication skills to coach, mentor and train a diverse range of generally adult students enrolled in specialty aquatics programs.
• Good leadership skills.
• Effective computer and research skills are an asset.
• Ability to work tactfully with other staff as part of a team.
• Positive attitude.
• Enjoys working with people of all ages.
• Ability and fitness level to perform aquatics instruction and rescue skills to standard.
• Current satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Screening Letter is required.

Qualifications Specific to Each Specialist Level

Aquatic Leadership Conductor/Swim Specialist 1

• 30 to 40 hours of additional training beyond the Aquatics Instructor designation, including the Examiner Standard Clinic and additional relevant courses for the program being taught.
• Some prior experience in an instructor capacity is preferred, with demonstrated instructing skills.
• Examiner certification for the course being taught (e.g. First Aid Instructors).
• Current Advanced Instructor certification/status.

Aquatic Management/Supervisor

• 40 to 50 hours of additional training beyond the Aquatic Instructor designation, including the Examiner Standard Clinic.
• Significant experience in an aquatics supervisory capacity, or as a lifeguard or instructor with leadership responsibilities, is required to deliver the Aquatics Supervisory Training Program and/or NL Instructor Trainer Program.
• Current Instructor and Examiner status for the course being taught (e.g. NL Instructor Course, Aquatics Supervisory Training Instructor Course).
• Instructors and Trainers certification.
• Forty hours of additional apprenticeship is required for the NL and Instructor Trainer programs, in addition to 25 to 30 hours of in-class training.
• Current Instructor and Examiner status for the course being taught.
• Current Lifesaving Society Airway Management and Instructors’ Course or Instructor Trainer Course, or NL Instructor course.

Core Values

At the City of Markham, our work is guided by shared core values that shape how we serve our community and support one another.

• Service Excellence: The consistent delivery of high-quality, efficient and customer-centric service that exceeds expectations.
• Accountability: Our obligation to be responsible and accountable for our actions, decisions and performance.
• People-Focused: Putting people first.
• Trust: The confidence we place in each other to act with integrity and fairness.
• Innovation: Investing in each other and the way we deliver our programs and services.

We are looking for candidates who bring these values to life through their actions, decisions and leadership approach.

Conditions of Employment

As a condition of employment, you will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record and Judicial Matters check.