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We're hiring swim instructors and lifeguards. Love your rec job! Find out more.

Safety is our top priority. As the global COVID-19 pandemic evolves and the Omicron variant spreads quickly across Ontario and Canada, the City of Vaughan continues to work with all levels of government to keep the community safe.

UPDATED JANUARY 12: Vaughan remains vigilant in the fight against COVID-19. The City of Vaughan has moved into Step 2 of the Province of Ontario’s Roadmap to Reopening. All City of Vaughan community centres and the City Playhouse Theatre remain closed to the public until further notice.

In-person winter recreation programs and swim lessons continue to be postponed. Planning for a modified, condensed winter session – to start soon after provincial restrictions are lifted – is underway. Details will be shared as more information becomes available.

For more information, visit the City’s COVID-19 webpage at vaughan.ca/COVID19. Click here for other COVID-19 updates, protocols and vaccination requirements.

Teaching a life-saving skill or saving a life: it doesn’t get more rewarding than that!
Swim instructors & lifeguards are prestigious part-time jobs that look impressive on a college/university application or resume. With 10 pools to choose from plus flexible shifts (from early bird to evening) it’s a job that can work around any schedule. And did we mention discounted training and advancement? Get a specialty certification to qualify for high-paying aquatic leadership positions.

Wonder what it’s like to love your job? Watch our video! Go behind the scenes and find out from our rec team what it’s like to work at a Vaughan community centre!

Start your career here. View the postings below to see how you too can love your rec job!

Job Postings


Closing Date: December 31, 2022 Lifeguard
Closing Date: December 31, 2022 Instructor

What you need to work for us:

Eligible to work in Canada

Minimum 16 years of age

Social Insurance Number

Standard First Aid & CPR-C

Police Vulnerable Sector Check
National Lifeguard
Lifesaving & Swim Instructor
Specialty certifications where required
All City of Vaughan employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of hire in accordance with the City's Mandatory Vaccination Policy.

Applying is easy!

Register for a wet interview
Passed the wet interview? A dry interview will be arranged by an Aquatic Coordinator at your local pool. Here’s what you’ll need to bring: