Niagara Falls searches for lifeguards and swim instructors

By Tami Jeanneret

Published: January 10, 2020 at 12:17 PM

Coach whistle near outdoor swimming pool Horizontal. Coral — Coach whistle near outdoor swimming pool Horizontal. Coralistock.com/Ekaterina Molchanova

A lifeguard shortage across the region is expected to continue this summer.

A lifeguard shortage across the region is expected to continue this summer.

The city of Niagara Falls is currently taking applications for lifeguards and swim instructors to staff its five outdoor pools.

Successful applicants will earn $16.29 an hour.

The shortage of qualified aquatics staff can lead to reduced opening hours at municipal pools.