Alberta Lifeguards Jobs – 53 Openings This Week

Lifeguards
Government of Alberta —Calgary, AB
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
- Employee assistance program
Lifeguard - Inventory
Parks Canada —Banff, AB
- $30.66–$33.28 an hour
- Overtime
- CPR Certification
- English
- First Aid Certification
Lifeguard 1
Mount Royal University —Calgary, AB
- $15.45–$19.44 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
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Aquatics Instructor I
Mount Royal University —Calgary, AB
- $21.87–$27.61 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
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Lifeguard II
Mount Royal University —Calgary, AB
- $21.87–$27.61 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
4d
Lifeguard/Instructor – Casual (2 positions): Morning and Daytime
City of Beaumont —Beaumont, AB
- $21.42–$26.72 an hour
- Part-time
- Supervising experience
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
15h
Lifeguard/Instructor I
Town of Taber —Taber, AB
- $24.22 an hour
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
6d
Aquatics Attendant (Part Time)
YMCA Calgary —Calgary, AB
- $15.00–$18.29 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
4d
Lifeguard
Holiday Inn Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada —Lethbridge, AB
- Overtime
- CPR Certification
- Hotel
- First Aid Certification
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Lifeguard & Swim Instructor (Part Time) - FALL 2026
YMCA Calgary —Calgary, AB
- $16.40–$20.15 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
Mobile Lifeguard - WATERFRONT CERTIFIED LIFEGUARD ONLY - Pools and Events
AQUA S.T.A.R. Swim Lessons Ltd —Calgary, AB
- $35–$60 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Travel
- Profit sharing
- Flexible schedule
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Waterpark Attendant & Swim Instructor
Westside Recreation Centre —Calgary, AB
- Part-time
- Customer service
- First Aid Certification
- Organizational skills
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Lifeguard - Part Time
Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo —Fort McMurray, AB
- $26.84–$27.97 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance program
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Senior Lifeguards
Lakeland College —Vermilion, AB
- Microsoft Excel
- Organizational skills
Lifeguard / Summer Camp Counselor
Camp Health, Hope & Happiness —Lake Isle, AB
- From $190 a day
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Nursing
- No experience needed
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Fitness & Sports Instructor
CFMWS —Cold Lake, AB
- $29.65–$32.66 an hour
- Bilingual
- CPR Certification
- English
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
12d
Assistant Lifeguard - Casual
The Town of Canmore —Canmore, AB
- $18.98 an hour
- Part-time
- First Aid Certification
2d
Lifeguard 3- Full Time Permanent
City of Wetaskiwin —Wetaskiwin, AB
- $27.38–$33.67 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Office
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
- Dental care
- Vision care
Lifeguard / Swim Instructor
City of Brooks —Brooks, AB
Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
MNP Community & Sport Centre —Calgary, AB
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Leadership
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Lifeguard Instructor - Regular Full Time
Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo —Fort McMurray, AB
- $29.72–$30.85 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
Quick apply
Lifeguard 5010 - Casual
The Town of Canmore —Canmore, AB
- $23.25–$25.47 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- First Aid Certification
- Leadership
Senior Lifeguard/Senior Instructor II
City of Leduc —Leduc, AB
- $26.52–$32.45 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- First Aid Certification
- Dental care
13d
Aquatic Programming Student Leader
Mount Royal University —Calgary, AB
- $21.87–$27.61 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Supervising experience
- First Aid Certification
5d
Lifeguard and Swimming Instructor (Casual)
University of Lethbridge —Lethbridge, AB
- From $21.09 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Bachelor's
- First Aid Certification
- Flexible schedule
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Lifeguards

Government of Alberta
Calgary, AB

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Job details

Permanent

Benefits

Employee assistance program

Skills

Microsoft Word
WHMIS Certification
CPR Certification
Class 5 Licence
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
English
Administrative experience
High school diploma or GED
Supervising experience
First Aid Certification
Lifeguard Certification
Communication skills
AED Certification

Full job description

Job Information

Job Requisition ID: 79126
Ministry: Forestry and Parks
Location: Calgary – Sikome Aquatic Facility (Fish Creek Provincial Park)
Full or Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours of Work: Up to 40 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Temporary – Wage, Seasonal
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: Open Until Suitable Candidate Found
Classification: Administrative Support 2 (AS2) / Administrative Support 3 (AS3)
Salary:
Administrative Support 2 (AS2) - Lifeguard (Safety Ambassador)
Based on 40 hours per week: $23.79 - $26.76 per hour
Administrative Support 3 (AS3) - Aquatic Safety (Lifeguard) Crew Lead
Based on 40 hours per week: $23.28 - $29.46 per hour

In addition to regular wages, regular Wage employees receive 11.6% in lieu of benefits and vacation leave:

5.6 percent of regular wage earnings instead of paid holidays
6 percent of regular wage earnings instead of annual vacation pay

In addition to the regular wages and the additional pay in lieu of benefits and vacation, regular wage employees are entitled to shift premium pay:

$3.25 per hour for weekends and holidays
$2.75 per hour for evenings

Provincial Parks are essential to the quality of life that Albertans enjoy. They conserve our natural landscapes and wildlife habitat and offer a broad range of nature-based outdoor recreational opportunities. Alberta’s parks inspire people to discover, value, protect, and enjoy the natural world and the benefits it provides for current and future generations.

For more information about the Ministry of Forestry and Parks, visit our website at:

For more information on Park locations visit:

Fish Creek Provincial Park, located in Calgary, is one of the largest urban protected areas in Canada and is enjoyed by millions of visitors annually.

The park is home to the Sikome Aquatic Facility, a popular outdoor recreation swimming area that includes a large artificial lake with treated water, sand beach, a small concession and beach retail shop. A dedicated team of Safety Ambassadors and Visitor Service Attendants provide outstanding service to Sikome visitors.

Role Responsibilities

For summer 2026, we are seeking individuals who have a passion for people and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment to join our team in our Sikome Aquatic Facility. If you are a certified Lifeguard and looking for summer employment, apply today!

We are currently looking to hire:

17 Safety Ambassadors
3 Aquatic Safety Crew Leads

As a Lifeguard (Safety Ambassador), duties and responsibilities include:

Provide safety supervision and education to visitors by monitoring water and waterfront on foot, from elevated platforms and on paddleboards.
Perform water rescues, respond to emergency situations and administer First Aid as required.
Monitor visitor activity within fence lines and washrooms to ensure compliance with conditions of use and safety requirements.
Provide crowd control when it is necessary to clear the facility as a result of severe weather events, emergencies, locating lost children, etc.
Perform daily opening and closing duties which include but are not limited to setting up and tearing down work areas, securing and cleaning equipment, restocking supplies, clearing the facility of patrons, locking facility gates, showers and bathrooms.
Cover gate and admissions shifts if required.
Performing light maintenance and janitorial duties is required. This includes but is not limited to daily cleaning staff bathrooms and work areas, daily checks and tidying of public washrooms, sweeping deck areas, picking up garbage and debris on the beach.

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Continued Role Responsibilities

As an Aquatic Safety Crew Lead, duties and responsibilities include:

Perform all Lifeguard (Safety Ambassador) duties listed above.
Working weekly scheduled shifts in the Lifeguard rotation is required.
Perform administrative and supervisory duties which include but are not limited to:

o Prepare facility for seasonal opening.
o Assist with hiring, staff orientations, training and competency evaluations.
o Manage day to day workflow and priorities.
o Daily supervision of Safety Ambassadors in all aspects of job performance and operational requirements including staff scheduling, performance coaching, mentoring and conducting performance reviews
o Assisting staff with access to required systems.
o Provide supervision coverage to Visitor Service Attendants in absence of a Visitor Service Attendant Crew Lead.
o Perform required Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) requirements such as completion of monthly facility and vehicle inspections, update safe work procedures, hazard assessments and emergency procedures, staff training, incident reporting, WCB reporting, etc.
o Assist facility staff with visitor complaint/conflict resolution.
o Order, pickup and maintain inventory for required equipment, print materials, and first aid supplies.
o Enter and maintain employee records (training, performance, attendance records, payroll information etc.) into appropriate systems.
o Maintain facility statistics and daily reports.
o Cover breaks and vacant shifts as required.
o Prepare facility for seasonal closing.
o Assist supervisor with other tasks as assigned.

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APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies:

Agility – ability to anticipate, assess, and readily adapt to changing priorities, maintain resilience in times of uncertainty and effectively work in a changing environment.

Build Collaborative Environments – leads and contributes to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively to achieve outcomes.

Systems Thinking – understands how the work done is part of a larger integrated environment. Looks beyond own area and considers how own work impacts the work and success of others.

Creative Problem Solving – ability to assess options and implications in new ways to achieve outcomes and solutions.

Develop Self and Others – a commitment to learning and the desire to invest in the development of the capability of yourself and others.

Qualifications

Education and Experience required:

Lifeguard (Safety Ambassador) – Administrative Support 2 (AS2)

High school diploma
Preferred experience - Minimum of 12 months (2000 hours) lifeguard experience with preference for waterfront experience.
Must be 18 years of age on or before June 15.

Equivalency:

Directly related experience may be considered on the basis of one year of experience for one year of education.

Aquatic Safety (Lifeguard) Crew Lead – Administrative Support 3 (AS3):

High School Diploma and minimum of 12 months (2000 hours) of supervisory experience with preference for supervisory experience in an aquatic environment.
Preferred experience - Minimum of 2 years (4000 hours) lifeguard experience with preference for waterfront lifeguard experience.
Alberta Class 5 (Full) Driver’s License or equivalent.
Final Candidates will be required to provide a standard 3-year Driver’s Abstract prior to commencement.
Must be 18 years of age.

Equivalency:

Directly related experience or education considered on the basis of one year of experience for one year of education OR one year of education for one year of experience.

Additional Assets to be successful in either role:

Exceptional communication skills and comfort level in dealing with difficult customer interactions or complaints.
Excellent English verbal and written communication skills and comfort dealing with people from diverse backgrounds.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a busy facility type environment and remain composed and calm in stressful or emergency situations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
Basic knowledge of Fish Creek Provincial Park amenities.
Good listening and conflict resolution skills.
Fluent in languages other than English.

Continued Qualifications

Certifications for both roles:

National Lifeguard-Pool or National Lifeguard-Waterfront Certification (current within two years).
Prior to hire, recognized current intermediate Standard First Aid and CPR Level “C”/AED Certificate or CPR-HCP/AED (current certification within 1 year) will be needed.
Prior to hire, proof of WHMIS training completion will be required.

Safety Ambassadors and Aquatic Safety Crew Leads may encounter emotionally challenging situations, participate in conflict resolution, interact with irritated or difficult visitors or provide support during emergency events or incidents. Applicants should be prepared to manage these circumstances with composure, sound judgement, and effective communications skills. Support resources are available through our employee assistance programs.

The successful candidate must successfully complete all in-house training. The ability to work both independently and as part of a team while demonstrating the Alberta Public Service values of respect, integrity, accountability and excellence are essential for success in this position.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

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Notes

Approximate start dates:
For the Lifeguards (Safety Ambassador) role:

Mid June – mandatory site orientation and training.
Late June – scheduled shifts begin. End dates vary from mid August to September (Labour Day).

For the Aquatic Safety (Lifeguard) Crew Lead role:

Position start dates vary (1 position – early May, 2 positions – late May).
Position end dates vary (2 positions late August, 1 position - early September).

Terms of Employment

You have the opportunity to work up to 40 hours per week and will be paid for the number of hours worked. STAFFING NEEDS ARE IMPACTED BY WEATHER AND LOW VISITOR ATTENDANCE. SCHEDULED HOURS ARE NOT GUARANTEED.
All positions require you to work various shifts including most evenings, both weekend days and holidays.
Staff must be available to work a minimum of 4 shifts per week. Shifts could be up to 10 hours in length and are scheduled between 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Schedules will be assigned.
There is no opportunity to take extended time off during the 9 weeks of operation.
Wearing a uniform is required.

In your Cover Letter, please indicate your position preference.

Any initial costs associated with obtaining required documents/checks as noted will be the responsibility of the candidate. However, some reimbursements may occur. Interview travel expenses will not be reimbursed. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Instructions for your Resume:

Include date ranges (month and year) associated with all education and work experience – we are unable to assess resumes without this information.
Indicate whether your work experience was casual, part-time or full-time.
Example: Camp Counsellor: Jan 2016 – June 2019 (PT, 3 eight-hour shifts per week).

Continued Notes

What We offer:

Cultural Awareness and Support: We recognize the significance of Indigenous cultural practices and will work with employees to ensure they have the flexibility and support needed to participate in ceremonies, traditions, and other cultural commitments.

o Indigenous candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Alberta Parks is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes applications from First Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals.

Working for the Alberta Public Service –
Alberta Public Service Benefit Information -
Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool -
Professional learning and development -
Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
Mentorship Programs.

Resources for applicants:

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 - June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.

It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Alba Ngjelo at [email protected].

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