The Town of Sylvan Lake is hiring lifeguards and swim instructors to keep its pool safe and programs running this summer, with applications now open and positions to be filled as soon as possible.
Two roles are up for grabs at the NexSource Centre: a part-time lifeguard and instructor, and a senior lifeguard covering an 18-month maternity leave. The part-time job starts at $22.31 an hour with flexible shifts that include days, evenings, and weekends. The senior spot pays $27.59 to $32.56 an hour and comes with a full benefit package, including health and dental coverage paid entirely by the town, a defined benefit pension plan, and wellness perks.
Both positions are at the community’s main indoor pool, which features a six-lane, 25-metre lap pool, a tot and child pool, and a hot tub. The facility runs swim lessons for all ages starting at four months old, plus certification courses like Bronze Medallion and National Lifeguard. The 2026 summer drop-in schedule begins July 2 and runs through August 29, making these hires critical for the busiest stretch of the year.
Anyone interested needs to email a resume, cover letter, and an RCMP-based criminal record check (Vulnerable Sector Check) to [email protected]. Applicants must be authorized to work in Canada and meet the job qualifications. The town says positions will stay open until filled, but with summer already here, early applications are encouraged.
The hiring push comes as pools across Alberta continue to struggle with a lifeguard shortage that began during the COVID-19 pandemic. Industry reports suggest a 30 to 40 per cent decline in lifeguards compared to pre-pandemic levels across Canada, leaving many recreation centres short-staffed during peak periods. Sylvan Lake’s quick action to fill these roles helps ensure families and visitors can safely enjoy the water this summer.
