Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for the seasonal position of Rural Leadership Trainer – HRM Beaches.

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons.  Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application. 

The Rural Leadership Trainer is responsible for delivering advanced aquatic leadership training and lifesaving education to rural and underserved communities within the Halifax Regional Municipality. This role combines program instruction with proactive safety management and emergency preparedness in isolated environments. This role teaches Lifesaving Society leadership courses (Junior Lifeguard Club, Bronze Medallion, Basic Workplace First Aid, Bronze Cross, Intermediate Workplace First Aid) and delivers a high standard of program delivery and participant success. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong initiative, independent decision-making, and exceptional communication skills. By fostering water safety awareness and developing future aquatic leaders, this position plays a critical role in strengthening community safety and aquatic programming in rural areas.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Facilitate Lifesaving Society leadership courses, including Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross, National Lifeguard, and Basic/Intermediate Workplace First Aid certifications, ensuring high-quality instruction and participant success.Develop lesson plans, organize course materials, and maintain accurate records for evaluations and examinations, certifications, and reporting.Act as the primary safety lead in rural or isolated environments, providing emergency response and first aid as necessary until additional help arrives.Promote water safety and leadership development through community outreach and participant engagement.Maintain program standards by conducting equipment checks, ensuring readiness, and adhering to Lifesaving Society and municipal policies.Uphold personal fitness, certifications, and participate in mandatory training and professional development opportunities.Provide exceptional customer service and act as a positive role model for candidates and staff.QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:Current Lifesaving Instructor certification, First Aid Instructor certification.Have taught a minimum of three instructor-level courses in the following streams: Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross, Basic Workplace First Aid, and Intermediate Workplace First AidCurrent Lifesaving Society Swim for Life Instructor or YMCA Instructor Certification (or willingness to obtain before contract start)Current Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard – Pool OptionCurrent Intermediate Workplace First Aid, CPR-C & AED from a CSA-recognized organizationCurrent Lifesaving Society Airway ManagementProven ability to work independently and maintain motivation in rural or isolated environmentsPrevious experience supporting individuals with disabilities is an assetNova Scotia Class 5 Driver’s LicenseTechnical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:
A physical screening is part of the application process and includes:400-meter timed swim50-meter swim and carryConditions of Employment:Successful completion of training requirementsSuccessful completion/recertification of National Lifeguard – Waterfront OptionAn equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.  Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must clearly demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.

Please note – Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job-specific knowledge. Candidates who are selected for testing may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion.

COMPETENCIES: Values and Ethics, Organizational Awareness, Customer Service, Communications, Valuing Diversity, Risk Management, Teamwork and Cooperation, Conflict Management, Decision Making, Developing Others

WORK STATUS: Monday-Friday (hours depending on the course)
Seasonal –  June 1, 2026 to August 31, 2026. 

HOURS OF WORK: Must be willing to work a flexible work schedule.

SALARY: Non Union; $20.75 (During LSI hours, travel time, lunch) (plus 4% vacation pay). $27.75 (FAI only) (plus 4% vacation pay)

CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 pm Sunday, March 1, 2026.

Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.

To ensure a fair and equitable hiring process, candidates are expected to complete all parts of the recruitment process, including assessments, assignments, and interviews independently and without the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools or other forms of external assistance. The use of AI to complete any component of the hiring process is not permitted and may result in disqualification from consideration.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, including, but not limited to, educational credentials, professional licenses, and relevant certifications.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as interview or testing) and who require an accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Talent Acquisition Advisor when invited to the assessment process. For more information on our accommodation process please click on the link: Accommodations | Hiring | Employment | Halifax