Recreation jobs and careers

Turn your passion into a career

We have positions open in aquatics, arenas & athletic parks, arts, or as program staff.

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Types of positions

Learn about job requirements and compensation offered at the City of Calgary Recreation.

  • Program staff

    Program staff help us offer the great programs and classes Calgarians rely on us for. These include Recreation Leaders, Recreation Programmers, Instructors, and even Personal Trainers.

  • Swim instructors and lifeguards

    If you love the water, consider a job in Aquatics with The City of Calgary. Aquatics employees start as Swim Instructors and progress to Lifeguards with experience.

  • Group fitness instructors

    Make a difference in people's lives in a positive way.

  • Arenas, athletic parks, and Soccer Centre maintenance

    Our staff are responsible for making sure our public arenas and playfields are well-kept and in great shape for citizens to use.

Why join us?

We're here to create a welcoming environment for all who use our facilities and we want you to live your healthiest, happiest life.

Come join our team and become a part of our City of Calgary Recreation community.

  • Part-time, full-time & seasonal positions

  • Work in multiple locations

  • Flexible hours

  • Training and coaching provided

  • Gain transferable skills in a dynamic work environment

Volunteer with Recreation

We frequently recruit volunteers for a wide range of positions.

From assisting instructors with programs such as day camps and fitness classes.

Learn about volunteer opportunities
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