jobs & Volunteer Opportunities

• Location: North Vancouver
• Type: Regular full-time
• Closing Date: April 27, 2026

If you are passionate about aquatics and looking for a great place to work, North Vancouver Recreation and Culture wants you! We are currently looking for enthusiastic and energetic individuals to provide swimming lessons and lifeguarding duties at any of our four pool locations.

• Location: North Vancouver
• Type: Regular full-time
• Closing Date: April 27, 2026

If you are passionate about aquatics and looking for a great place to work, North Vancouver Recreation and Culture wants you! We are currently looking for enthusiastic and energetic individuals to provide swimming lessons and lifeguarding duties at any of our four pool locations.

• Location: North Vancouver
• Type: Auxiliary
• Closing Date: March 20, 2026

If you are passionate about aquatics and looking for a great place to work, North Vancouver Recreation and Culture wants you! We are currently looking for enthusiastic and energetic individuals to provide swimming lessons and lifeguarding duties at any of our four pool locations.

• Location: Golden, BC
• Type: Temporary – Part time seasonal
• Closing Date: May 7, 2026

Under daily leadership and supervision, the position is responsible for the safe, effective instruction of swim lessons and lifeguarding at the Golden Municipal Swimming Pool as well as routine facility maintenance, public relations, and program registration

• Location: Golden, BC
• Type: Temporary – Part time seasonal
• Closing Date: May 7, 2026

Under the daily leadership and supervision of the Recreation Services Coordinator – Aquatics Lead, this position supports the safe and effective operation of the Golden Municipal Swimming Pool. The role combines aquatic duties—including lifeguarding, swim instruction, and facility maintenance—with administrative and leadership responsibilities that assist in the day-to-day coordination of aquatic programs and staff. This position plays a key role in maintaining communication among the aquatic team, supporting scheduling and lesson administration, responding to staff and patron inquiries, and ensuring that facility operations run smoothly in the absence of the Coordinator.

• Location: Golden, BC
• Type: Temporary full-time
• Closing Date: May 7, 2026

Reporting to the Manager of Recreation Services, the position co-ordinates and leads day to day operations, bookings, and programing at key municipal recreation facilities. The position includes supervising and scheduling staff (and volunteers), being accountable for operating within a budget, and tracking the visitation and successes of the department. The position’s efforts are focused on being the lead for facility bookings and programming and municipally operated facilities and assisting the Aquatics Lead in other duties.

• Location: Burnaby, BC
• Type: Regular part-time
• Closing Date: Until filled (posted April 17)

This position works in the Edmonds Community Centre Aquatic Services organizational unit. This position encompasses both lifeguarding duties and high-quality swim instruction on an assigned shift, at Edmonds Community Centre. Our Lifeguard Instructors ensure the safety of swimmers utilizing the aquatic facility, provide a safe and clean environment, and engage with a diverse client base to provide exceptional customer service. We are looking for Lifeguard Instructors to educate on pool rules; perform minor maintenance tasks; provide first aid treatment; lead instructional and recreational aquatic programs for all age ranges and to provide information to the public regarding swimmer progress and instructional evaluation techniques. Performs related work as required.

• Location: Burnaby, BC
• Type: Regular part-time
• Closing Date: Until filled (posted April 17)

This position works in the Edmonds Community Centre Aquatic Services organizational unit. This is aquatic work in lifeguarding and instructing, on an assigned shift, at an indoor and/or outdoor aquatic facility. An employee of a
position in this class performs a variety of operational, instructional, lifeguarding, janitorial and minor maintenance tasks in offering instructional and recreational aquatic programs for all age groups. A Lifeguard/Instructor – Aquatics performs these duties in accordance with established practices and procedures, exercising tact and firmness in dealing with all patrons. The more difficult or unusual matters are referred to a supervisor who checks and reviews work performance in terms of effectiveness of the aquatic programs and services rendered and in terms of conformance with established practices and procedures. Performs related work as required.

• Location: Ashcroft, BC
• Type: Seasonal
• Closing Date: Until filled (posted April 10)

The Swim Instructor is responsible for delivering engaging, safe, and effective swim lessons to participants of various ages and abilities. This role also includes full lifeguard duties to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all pool patrons. Duties include instructing lessons, supervising the pool area, responding to emergencies, enforcing pool rules, providing first aid, performing basic pool maintenance (including chemical testing and cleaning), janitorial services, and assisting with concession services such as admissions, sales, and swim lesson registration. Work may be performed in various weather conditions.

• Location: Ashcroft, BC
• Type: Seasonal
• Closing Date: Until filled (posted April 10)

Lifeguards are responsible for ensuring the safety and enjoyment of all pool patrons. Duties include monitoring the pool area, responding to emergencies, enforcing pool rules, providing first aid, performing basic pool maintenance (including chemical testing and cleaning), janitorial cleaning, and assisting with concession services such as admissions, sales, and swim lesson registration. Work may be performed in various weather conditions

• Location: Kelowna and West Kelowna
• Type: Contract
• Closing Date: Until filled (posted March 30)

If you’re a certified swim instructor who loves the water and cares about technique and student progress, but feels limited by low wages, crowded public pools, or inflexible employment models, this opportunity may be the right fit. WETS is seeking independent contractors to provide swim instruction in the Kelowna and West Kelowna area. This is a professional, part-time contract opportunity for instructors seeking scheduling flexibility, a focused teaching environment, and compensation that reflects their skills.

• Location: Greater Vancouver/Fraser Valley (compensation provided for travel outside of these areas)
• Type: Full-time permanent
• Closing Date: Until filled (posted March 24)

LIT First Aid & Lifeguard Training is seeking two Full-Time Instructors to join our team. This is a permanent position with an average 40-hour workweek, combining both instructional and administrative responsibilities. This role is approximately 70% teaching and 30% administrative work over the course of the year, with some seasons being more heavily weighted in one area depending on program demands. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality training programs while also supporting operational and administrative functions. Evening and weekend availability is required.

What we offer:

• Starting salary of $63,000/year
• Extended health benefits after 3 months
• Paid vacation
• Paid certification maintenance
• Opportunities for growth and leadership development

We’re looking for individuals with strong instructional experience, leadership skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality training in aquatic and first aid programs. Evening and weekend availability is required, and travel to various course locations may be part of the role.

If you or someone you know would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you. To apply, please send your resume and certifications to renee@litaquatics.com

• Location: Nanaimo
• Type: Part-time or full-time
• Closing Date: Until filled (posted March 18)

Kin Pool is a seasonal outdoor pool located in Bowen Park in Nanaimo, BC. The 2026 season will run from April 25th – August 28th. Under the direction of the Pool Manager, the Lifeguards are responsible for the effective operation of Kin Pool through the provision of supervision, aquatic programs, and maintenance of the facility, in accordance with policies and directions of the Nanaimo White Rapids Swim Club (NWRSC) Board. This family-centered youth swim club fosters social and skill development, focusing on each athlete’s personal best in a safe and fun community-based program.

• Location: Capital Regional District
• Type: Auxiliary
• Closing Date: Until filled (posted March 11)

We are growing, and we want you to discover why our incredible employees love working at SEAPARC Recreation Centre. Part of the Capital Regional District, voted one of BC’s Top Employers, SEAPARC staff support Sooke residents, and each other, in living healthy lifestyles. Employees implement Aquatic Programs for all ages while building cooperative and positive relationship with the public. Come join our team during this exciting time of expansion at SEAPARC Recreation Centre!

• Location: Sunshine Coast
• Type: Contract
• Closing Date: Until filled (posted March 10)

Reporting to the Waterfront Director, in this role, you will be a part of the Camp Olave Summer Staff Team. With over 1500 meters of ocean beach overlooking the scenic Georgia Strait, this position will allow you to play an important part in the girls’ fun, friendship, adventures and discovery at Camp Olave. The camp has been operating for over 95 years providing a variety of camping experiences for girls. In this exciting position your main responsibility will be to ensure the safety of participants in all waterfront activities including swimming, kayaking and canoeing. Additionally, you will support other activities in the camp such as leading girls through various nature programs and special events.

• Location: Sparwood
• Type: Part-time
• Closing Date: Until filled (posted Feb 27)

For people who enjoy the outdoor lifestyle, Sparwood will exceed your expectations by offering you instant access to mountains, valleys, rivers and lakes filled with an array of fish and wildlife. Participate in fishing, hiking, mountain biking, camping, golf, numerous lake activities, hunting, cross country skiing and world class skiing and snowboarding to your heart’s content. Sparwood is an East Kootenay community of about 4,100 people living in the beautiful Elk Valley, approximately 1.5 hours away from Cranbrook, BC and 2.5 hours away from Calgary, AB – offering easy access to big city amenities while enjoying all that rural living has to offer

• Location: Sparwood
• Type: Casual, on-call
• Closing Date: Until filled (posted Feb 27)

Sparwood is a friendly and welcoming community of about 4,100 people, nestled in the heart of the Elk
Valley in the Southeast Kootenays. As an “Active Community” we have great indoor and outdoor recreation
facilities, trails and a world class ski hill just 30 minutes away.
The District of Sparwood has an excellent employment opportunity for an enthusiastic, highly motivated
individual to join the Community Services team in the role of a Casual, On-Call Lifeguard. This individual will
be working as part of a cooperative team ensuring the safety of pool users as well as maintaining day-to-day
cleanliness of the pool and surrounding areas.

• Location: Nanaimo, BC
• Type: Casual/External
• Closing Date: Ongoing