Aquatics Coordinator

At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.

Our success stems from living our values. Our employees care about their role in supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families and act with integrity in all they do. Thriving in our close-knit environment, we act as one team with one mission. We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services.

As an employer, we offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth. We provide a diverse range of roles across many locations and a career where you can make a meaningful impact.

Under the direction of the Manager, Community Recreation, the Aquatics Coordinator plans, coordinates, and evaluates the operations and delivery of aquatics programs. They recommend, implement, and monitor recreation policies and directives. The Community Aquatics Coordinator prepares and submits budgetary guidelines, provides budgetary guidelines for activity leaders, and prepares an annual operating budget summary for all aquatics programs. The coordinator also recruits, supervises, and arranges training for volunteer leaders, lifeguards and instructors.

Education, Certifications and Licenses

College diploma or certificate in Physical Education, Recreation, or a related field, AND some years of experience in aquatics or in a related field

AND

Current CPR and Standard First Aid Certification and Automated External Defibrillator

Current National Lifeguard Service Certificate (NLS) qualifications

Current Lifesaving Society Instructor Certification

Current recognized Swim Instructor certification

Experience

In evaluating, planning, organizing and coordinating the delivery of aquatic programs

In preparing and conducting physical aquatic programs

In instructing aquatic training sessions

In applying policies, procedures and regulations

In personnel administration

In budget administration

Competencies, Skills and Abilities

Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.

English Essential / Bilingual (English and French) an asset

Reading: Functional

Writing: Functional

Oral: Functional

Health Benefits: Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.

Work Life Balance: A wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.

Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.

Learning and Development: Payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and second language training.

Perks: Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.

This is an on-site position with an assigned work location.

April 21, 2025

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live. Accommodations are available to all candidates identifying a need during all or any parts of the selection process.