Swin Here, Work Here!
Are you looking for a fun new job? Land one of the best jobs in Markham and get paid doing something you love, while staying fit. Make new friends and build valuable skills that will set you apart in the workforce.
We're looking for enthusiastic, responsible youth and adults to join our team as lifeguards, swim instructors, and deck assistants with our Recreation Services department.
You will benefit from many opportunities for growth and development, while building your leadership and customer service skills. Gain valuable experience you need to jumpstart a successful career in the social services, the business sector and beyond.
The Perks of Working with the Aquatics Team!
Take advantage of perks and discounts offered to our aquatic staff:
Volunteer with us! Successfully complete Bronze Medallion, Emergency or Standard First Aid and are 14 years or older, you can volunteer with us. You can redeem volunteer hours to pay for select leadership courses.
Work as a Aquatic Assistant! Successfully complete Bronze Cross, Standard First Aid and are 14 years or older, you can become a Deck Attendant. By working with us through the leadership pathway, you can save money on select leadership courses. Plus there are great perks!
Work as a Lifeguard and Swim Instructor! Once you successfully complete Instructors: Swim and Lifesaving, National Lifeguard and are 14 years or older, you can become a lifeguard and swim instructor. Work with us for 50 hours and get a credit for the Instructors and National Lifeguard course fees (Courses must have been taken with the City of Markham within the past 12 months).
*Swim Here, Work Here Parts 1 & 2 deliver everything you need to be fully certified to work. Registrants will receive a full credit for both parts if they successfully complete the courses with the City of Markham, in the last 12 months, and work with us for 50 hours.
It’s never been easier! If you're available during the daytime and would like to work at the pool, we've put together the perfect certification process for you in just two parts.
Part 1 is January to February on Tuedays and Thursdays from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM.
Part 2 details are coming soon!
Part 1 — For daytime Shifts | Part 2 — For Daytime Shifts |
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Barcode: 21821 Ages: 13 years and over This course combines Lifesaving Society's Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid. |
Details are coming soon! |
Instructors and lifeguard positions are available year-round, and are posted seasonally to ensure new applicants are on board to meet training deadlines prior to beginning work.
Season | Posting Period | Interviews | Job Offers | Training Dates | Season Dates |
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Spring | January to late February | Monthly | Monthly | March | Last week of March until end of June |
Summer | March to May | Completed by May | May | June | First week of July until end of August |
Fall | June to September | Monthly | Monthly | August or first two weeks of September | September until December |
Winter | September to December | Monthly | Monthly | December | January until end of March |
The City of Markham’s pools operate from early morning to late evening, 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year.
Whether you’re a student, stay-at-home parent or an adult looking for part-time hours, the City of Markham offers the flexibility to work around your schedule at one or multiple pools. Part-time staff can work up to 24 hours/week, with some positions offering up to 35 hours/week. Choose from early, daytime or evening shifts.
Volunteering is a great way to get involved with the Aquatics Program, while earning valuable experience and volunteer hours. Play an important role in the success of our programs by providing encouragement, assisting instructors, and providing a safe environment for all participants. You’ll have a standard schedule throughout the season and be eligible for discounts on aquatics leadership courses. Come experience the fun, friendly, team-oriented atmosphere at our community pools!
If you are currently a volunteer with Markham Recreation or Aquatics, turn your hours into free leadership and lifesaving courses to land a great job with our aquatics team. Redeem your volunteer hours and enroll in a lifesaving and leadership course of your choice.
30 Hours:
50 Hours:
Our volunteer program allows you to use your hours and apply the skills you’ve gained from us and use them in the workforce!
Qualifications and How to Become an Aquatic Volunteer:
To be an aquatic volunteer, you must be at least 14 years of age, have completed Bronze Medallion certification and a Volunteer Orientation Workshop. Once the orientation is completed, you may submit your volunteer application to your supervisor at your local community centre. To complete a Volunteer Orientation Workshop, register now with our registration system.
Now hiring for various positions!
The City of Markham's Recreation Department operates over 20 recreation facilities that act as a public gathering spaces and allow participants of all ages and abilities to stay active.
A variety of positions available:
Various application deadlines, check listing now!
Position |
Posting Period |
Interviews |
Job Offers |
Training/Orientation** |
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Camp Director and Camp Inclusion Director |
Late October to early November |
Completed December |
January |
February/March, May and June (various dates) |
Camp Supervisor and Camp Inclusion Supervisor |
Early November to Early December |
Completed January |
February |
February/March, May and June (various dates) |
Camp Counsellor and Camp Inclusion Counsellor | February |
April | May | Last week of June Monday to Friday 9 AM to 4 PM, plus additional training in the evenings and/or weekends in June. |
Camp Counsellor and Camp Inclusion Counsellor (Re-posted for additional Counsellors if needed) |
April | End of May |
June |
Last week of June Monday to Friday 9 AM to 4 PM, plus additional training in the evenings and/or weekends in June. |
Camp Specialist |
End of January to End of March |
April | May | Last week of June Monday to Friday 9 AM to 4 PM, plus additional training in the evenings and/or weekends in June. |
We encourage everyone to apply even if they don't meet all of the requirements because we offer training opportunities before the program and camp season begin.
In addition to enthusiasm, leadership and interest in children's programs, all staff must be a minimum of 16 years, provide proof of successful vulnerable sector check, have a current Standard First Aid and CPR - C certification and be trained in the HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development. All staff will need to demostrate good judgement and strong attention to safety.
Camp staff must have the following certifications by June 1, 2023:
Visit HIGH FIVE website view available courses in other municipalities.
Register online today using Ez Reg.
We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate the following key skills (or core competencies):
The City of Markham provides a variety of employment opportunities to students on a temporary basis to fill various camp positions. Brief descriptions of the different kinds of camp positions are outlined below. All positions except for Camp Directors require the successful candidate to be a student. To be eligible as student you must be in school full time prior to the summer employment term and returning to school full time in September.
The City of Markham offers full day and half day summer camps to approximately 9,500 children between the ages of 3 and 16 each year. Employment opportunities for youth are available in a diverse variety of camps, including but not limited to, sports (such as badminton, skateboarding, tennis, soccer, volleyball, golf, hockey), variety camps, dance, leadership (Counsellor In Training), Eco Camp @ Chimo, drama, preschool half day camps, chess, science, magic, computers, animation, rocketry and many more.