Join Our Recreation Team

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kid swimming in pool work where the fun lives

Join our team and help bring recreation to life. At the City of Vernon, our Recreation team is all about creating memorable experiences — for our residents, visitors, and our staff.

Whether you're passionate about fitness, sport, dance, aquatics, or keeping all the systems running, there's a place here for you. With the new Vernon Active Living Centre opening in fall 2026, we're growing and bringing more opportunities for leaders, instructors, lifeguards, and program staff to make an impact. 

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Why work with Vernon Rec

Working with Vernon Recreation means joining a community of people who love what they do and have fun doing it. 

Here's what you can look forward to:

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Benefits of working in Recreation Vernon

Whether you're supporting programs, teaching a class, or keeping people safe in the pool, you become part of helping Vernon stay vibrant, active, and connected. You'll be part of a supportive team, build valuable skills, and help shape unforgettable community experiences.

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Who we're looking for banner

With the Active Living Centre opening fall 2026, the Vernon Recreation team is growing! We're expanding our team to lead programming, classes, and facility operations.

Lifeguards & Swim Instructors

  • Make a splash, build confidence in others, and come to work in your shorts and flip-flops!
  • Competitive pay, meaningful work, and a team you'll love.
  • Not certified yet? We'll show you how to get started.

Recreation Program Leaders

  • Camps, skating, youth programs, child minding.
  • Bring enthusiams, creativity, and First Aid with CPR.

Sport Hosts & Referees

  • Keep the action moving in our leagues and programs. 
  • Requires First Aid with CPR and experience in your sport.

Fitness Leaders & Personal Trainers

  • Inspire confidence, share your passion, and help our community thrive.
  • We can guide you through certification options.

Dance Instructors

  • From salsa to swim to ballet, share your rhythm and expertise.
  • Requires First Aid and technical teaching skills.

Facility Operations

  • Help keep our spaces welcoming, clean, and running smoothly.