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Job Title


Aquatics Supervisor


Company : Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services - CFMW


Location : Winnipeg, Manitoba


Created : 2026-02-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

CFMWS - WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PASSION!At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), were more than just a workplace; were 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.THE ROLEThe Aquatics Supervisor plays an important role, providing quality leisure programs, services and ensuring the safety of our military members and their families. Our services are tailored to help families with the challenges they may face due to military life and make the most of everyday activities such as going to the pool or beach. We believe that when members of the Canadian Armed Forces are able to take good care of themselves and their families, they can do better both at home and at work. Whether families need to sign the kids up for swimming lessons, improve their fitness, make friends in a new community, our services are here to help. Aquatics is an exciting and rewarding professional environment that carries great responsibility. The Aquatics Supervisor is responsible for supervising and administering of all activities at the swimming pool in order to provide quality swimming programs and services. You will have the chance to train staff, suggest new programs and problem solve. As supervisor, you will ensure a warm welcome and the safety of all guests around pools as part of a 10 to 15 person team. Using your years of experience, you will be able to mentor staff and help them to develop into strong lifeguards. The key to success in this job is having an authentically friendly demeanor, an unshakably positive attitude and the sincere desire to help and protect others. Best of all, you will still have a chance to perform lifeguard duties and teach swimming lessons. We are looking for dynamic, independent and motivated individuals to join our team, helping us ensure recreation is all about fun! Learn more about CFMWS aquatics team by visiting https://cfmws.ca/Aquatics-Team.QUALIFICATIONS NEEDEDEducation, Certifications and Licenses An acceptable combination of education, training and experience Current CPR and Standard First Aid certification Current National Lifeguard Service (NLS) certification Current recognized Swim Instructor certification HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development or HIGH FIVE Sport (successful completion by end of probation) HIGH FIVE Healthy Minds for Healthy Children (successful completion by end of probation) Experience In evaluating, planning, preparing, organizing, and conducting the delivery of aquatic programs In instructing training sessions In employee supervision In applying policies, procedures and regulations In supervising the work of volunteers In cash handling, as required Competencies Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership Skills and Abilities Observational skills Communication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to react and respond in emergency situationsLANGUAGE REQUIREMENTSEnglish Essential / Bilingual (English and French) an asset Reading: Functional Writing: Functional Oral: Functional BENEFITS AVAILABLEHealth Benefits: Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance Work Life Balance: Flexible work options and 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 Explore all the benefits CFMWS offers by visiting: https://cfmws.ca/BenefitsOTHER INFORMATIONHigh degree of focus required. Perform moderate lifting, carrying, pulling and/or pushing (i.e. more than 10 lbs/4.5 kg but less than 50 lbs/23 kg). The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check. This is an on-site position with an assigned work location.START DATEAs soon as possibleINCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATIONCFMWS 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 Canadian society. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or assessment, you should advise the recruitment team in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.