Summer Recreation Jobs

Exciting summer jobs await

Are you a student or young adult looking for a summer job that offers more than minimum wage? Check out the variety of opportunities available with Parks & Recreation. We offer:

  • Fun work culture
  • Wage ranges from $17.20-$23.20 per hour
  • Free evenings and weekends (for specific jobs)
  • Interesting jobs in aquatics, inclusion and recreation
  • Limited travel with jobs available in urban, suburban and rural communities
  • Opportunity to work outdoors and in an environment that promotes health, wellness and physical activity

Summer 2025 job postings

Apply by Feb. 9, 2025

Aquatics Coordinator for beaches/pools

Learn more about this role and apply online.

Beach Captain 

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Canoe & Kayak & SUP Coordinator  

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Evening & Weekend Supervisor – Saint Mary’s Boat Club 

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Summer Outdoor Day Camp Coordinator – Adventure Earth Centre/Saint Mary’s Boat Club 

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Summer Outdoor Day Camp Coordinator – Shubie Park/Sir Sandford Fleming Park 

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Summer Outdoor Youth Leadership Coordinator 

Learn more about this role and apply online for positions at Fleming & Shubie Park or St. Mary's Boat Club.

Summer Overnight Camp Coordinator 

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Apply by Feb. 16, 2025

Summer Outdoor Day Camp Leader 

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Summer Overnight Camp Leader

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Lifeguard/Instructor/Evening Supervisor – Halifax Commons Outdoor Pool  

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Assistant Lifeguard/Instructor – Halifax Commons Outdoor Pool 

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Lifeguard/Instructor/Evening Supervisor – Bedford Outdoor Pool 

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Lifeguard/Instructor/Evening Supervisor – Cole Harbour Outdoor Pool 

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Lifeguard/Instructor Beaches  

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Ready for Rec Inclusion Coordinator 

Details on this posting will be available here

Ready for Rec Specialized Inclusion Support Person 

Details on this posting will be available here

How to apply

  • Review the list of jobs on this page.
  • When you find a job that interests you, click on the link to visit the job posting and apply online. Reminder: if a job doesn’t have a link to the job posting, it means it hasn’t opened yet. Come back and apply once the job opens!
  • Review the job posting details, such as training requirements, wage, location and application deadline to ensure the job is a good fit for you.
  • Apply online by the deadline listed. 

Tips for applying

  • Prepare your resume and cover letter (optional) in advance. If you don’t have a resume, you can create a profile in our online application system.
  • Please make sure you provide enough information – in your resume or profile – to demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the position you’re applying for.
  • Set a reminder on your phone so you don’t miss the application deadline.
  • Reach out to a parent or guardian for help if you need it. 
  • For questions or information about our recruitment process and job postings, email jobs@halifax.ca. If you have any technical issues while applying, please call 311.
  • You can also find helpful information for the job application process here.
  • All municipal jobs can be found here.