Seasonal Roles
Aquatics Leader – Seasonal (May–August/September)
The Town of Watson Lake is seeking an energetic, safety-focused, and motivated Aquatics Leader to join our Parks and Recreation team for the summer season.
The Aquatics Leader is responsible for helping create a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable swimming environment for all patrons while leading and supervising the aquatics team. Aquatic programs are offered at the Dennis Ball Swimming Pool and Lucky Lake Recreational Area, and include lane swim, swimming lessons, aquafit, public swim, family swim, and the Lucky Lake Waterslide.
About the Role:
Reporting through the Parks and Recreation Department, the Aquatics Leader plays a key role in overseeing aquatic programming and day-to-day operations, including:
- Overseeing the daily operations of the pool and Lucky Lake waterslide
- Developing, promoting, and advertising aquatic programs and facilities
- Assisting with the hiring, training, and supervision of aquatic staff
- Maintaining a high level of safety supervision and competently administering emergency procedures when required
- Maintaining standards set out by the Red Cross and/or Lifesaving Society, as well as Town of Watson Lake policies
- Performing daily maintenance and cleaning duties, including pool chemistry checks and cleaning of the pool, change rooms, and deck areas
- Carrying out administrative duties such as staff scheduling, program coordination, and cash management
- Performing daily safety and preventative maintenance checks and reporting hazardous situations to the Recreation Manager
- Complying with all Town safety standards, policies, and safe work practices
- Performing other related duties as directed
What You Bring:
Qualifications and experience include:
- Minimum 18 years of age
- Lifesaving Society Bronze Cross certification
- National Lifeguard certification (NL Pool), or willingness to obtain
- Pool Operations certification, or willingness to obtain
- National Lifeguard Instructor certification is considered an asset
- Experience with staff supervision
- Energetic, positive, and motivated attitude
- Ability to follow written and verbal direction and work with limited supervision
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule
Additional Information:
This is a seasonal position running from May to August/September, with 40 hours per week. The pay range is $30.30 to $33.11 per hour, depending on experience and certification.
The successful candidate must provide a criminal record and vulnerable sector check, along with copies of required credentials, prior to their start date.
If required, training will be made available to the successful candidate, and associated expenses will be covered by the Town of Watson Lake.
How to Apply
Begin by reviewing the full employment opportunity document for this position by following the link below:
Employment Opportunity- Aquatics Leader
To apply for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter clearly outlining your qualifications and experience as they relate to this role.
Email: csrec@watsonlake.ca
In person: Town Office, 710 Adela Trail, Watson Lake
Closing Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm (Yukon Time)
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
Head Lifeguard – Seasonal (May–August/September)
The Town of Watson Lake is seeking an energetic, safety-focused, and motivated Head Lifeguard to join our Parks and Recreation team for the summer season.
Lifeguards play an important role in creating a safe and enjoyable swimming environment for all patrons while delivering aquatic programming for all ages. The Head Lifeguard assists the Aquatics Supervisor with supervisory duties in their absence and helps support aquatic programs at the Dennis Ball Swimming Pool and Lucky Lake Recreational Area, including lane swim, swimming lessons, aquafit, public swim, family swim, and the Lucky Lake Waterslide.
About the Role:
The Head Lifeguard supports the day-to-day operation of aquatic programming and helps ensure a safe, positive experience for all users, including:
- Maintaining a high level of safety supervision and ensuring proper safety procedures are followed
- Competently administering emergency procedures when required
- Instructing a variety of Red Cross and aquatic programs
- Performing daily maintenance duties, including pool chemistry checks and record keeping under the direction of the Aquatics Supervisor
- Performing daily safety and preventative maintenance checks and ensuring the Aquatics Supervisor is aware of any hazardous situations
- Performing cleaning duties, including cleaning of the pool, change rooms, and deck areas, as required
- Receiving and handling cash and completing end-of-day cash-out duties
- Complying with all safety standards in accordance with Town of Watson Lake policies and practices
- Performing other related duties as directed by the Pool Supervisor
What You Bring:
Qualifications and experience include:
- Bronze Cross Certification
- National Lifeguard certification
- National Lifeguard Instructor certification is considered an asset
- Standard First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain
- Experience supervising employees
- Ability to follow direction and work with limited supervision
- Energetic, positive, and motivated attitude
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule
Additional Information:
This is a seasonal position running from May to August/September, with up to 40 hours per week. The pay range is $29.45 to $32.18 per hour, depending on experience and certification.
Training and certification may be made available to the successful candidate and paid for by the Town of Watson Lake.
The successful candidate is required to provide a Vulnerable Sector Check and copies of their credentials prior to their start date.
How to Apply
Begin by reviewing the full employment opportunity document for this position by following the link below:
Employment Opportunity- Head Lifeguard
To apply for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter clearly outlining your qualifications and experience as they relate to this role.
Email: csrec@watsonlake.ca
In person: Town Office, 710 Adela Trail, Watson Lake
Closing Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm (Yukon Time)
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted
Lifeguard (3–4 Positions) – Seasonal (May–August/September)
The Town of Watson Lake is seeking energetic, safety-focused, and motivated Lifeguards to join our Parks and Recreation team for the summer season.
Lifeguards are responsible for ensuring a safe and enjoyable swimming environment for all patrons while providing aquatic programming for all ages. This role supports aquatic programs held at the Dennis Ball Swimming Pool and Lucky Lake Recreational Area, including lane swim, swimming lessons, aquafit, public swim, family swim, and the Lucky Lake Waterslide.
About the Role:
Lifeguards help deliver safe, welcoming, and engaging aquatic programming while supporting the daily operation of pool and waterfront facilities, including:
- Maintaining a high level of safety supervision and ensuring proper safety procedures are followed
- Competently administering emergency procedures when required
- Instructing a variety of Red Cross and aquatic programs
- Performing daily maintenance duties, including pool chemistry checks and record keeping under the direction of the Aquatics Supervisor
- Performing daily safety and preventative maintenance checks and ensuring the Aquatics Supervisor is aware of any hazardous situations
- Performing cleaning duties, including cleaning of the pool, change rooms, and deck areas, as required
- Receiving and handling cash and completing end-of-day cash-out duties
- Complying with all safety standards in accordance with Town of Watson Lake policies and practices
- Performing other related duties as directed by the Pool Supervisor
What You Bring:
Qualifications and experience include:
- Bronze Cross Certification
- National Lifeguard certification
- National Lifeguard Instructor certification is considered an asset
- Standard First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain
- Ability to follow direction and work with limited supervision
- Energetic, positive, and motivated attitude
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule
Additional Information:
This is a seasonal position running from May to August/September, with up to 40 hours per week. The pay range is $26.95 to $29.45 per hour, depending on experience and certification.
The successful candidate is required to provide a Vulnerable Sector Check and copies of their credentials prior to their start date.
Training and certification may be made available to the successful candidate and paid for by the Town of Watson Lake.
How to Apply
Begin by reviewing the full employment opportunity document for this position by following the link below:
Employment Opportunity- Lifeguard
To apply for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter clearly outlining your qualifications and experience as they relate to this role.
Email: csrec@watsonlake.ca
In person: Town Office, 710 Adela Trail, Watson Lake
Closing Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm (Yukon Time)
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
Junior Lifeguard (1–2 Positions) – Seasonal (June–August/September)
The Town of Watson Lake is seeking energetic, positive, and motivated Junior Lifeguards to join our Parks and Recreation team for the summer season.
Junior Lifeguards help create a safe and enjoyable swimming environment for all patrons while assisting with aquatic programming for all ages. This role supports aquatic programs held at the Dennis Ball Swimming Pool and Lucky Lake Recreational Area, including lane swim, swimming lessons, aquafit, public swim, family swim, and the Lucky Lake Waterslide.
About the Role:
Junior Lifeguards assist with daily aquatics operations and programming while helping maintain a safe, welcoming environment for all users, including:
- Maintaining a high level of safety and ensuring proper safety procedures are followed
- Competently administering emergency procedures when required
- Assisting lifeguards with a variety of Red Cross and aquatic programs
- Performing daily maintenance duties, including pool chemistry checks and record keeping under the direction of the Pool Supervisor
- Performing daily safety and preventative maintenance checks and ensuring the Pool Supervisor is aware of any hazardous situations
- Performing cleaning duties, including cleaning of the pool, change rooms, and deck areas, as required
- Receiving and handling cash and completing end-of-day cash-out duties
- Complying with all safety standards in accordance with Town of Watson Lake policies and practices
- Performing other related duties as directed by the Pool Supervisor
What You Bring:
Qualifications and experience include:
- Must have or be willing to obtain lifeguarding certifications
- Must have or be willing to obtain Standard First Aid certification
- Ability to follow direction and work with limited supervision
- Energetic, positive, and motivated attitude
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule
Additional Information:
This is a seasonal position running from June to August/September, with up to 40 hours per week. The pay range is $18.51 to $19.93 per hour, depending on experience and certification.
Training will be provided for the duties of this position. Training and certification may also be made available to the successful candidate and paid for by the Town of Watson Lake.
The successful candidate is required to provide a Vulnerable Sector Check and copies of their credentials prior to their start date.
How to Apply
Begin by reviewing the full employment opportunity document for this position by following the link below:
Employment Opportunity- Junior Lifeguard
To apply for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter clearly outlining your qualifications and experience as they relate to this role.
Email: csrec@watsonlake.ca
In person: Town Office, 710 Adela Trail, Watson Lake
Closing Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
Northern Lights Centre Operations Supervisor – Seasonal (May–September)
The Town of Watson Lake is seeking an energetic, positive, and customer-focused Northern Lights Centre Operations Supervisor to join our Parks and Recreation team for the summer season.
The Northern Lights Centre Operations Supervisor is responsible for overseeing Northern Lights Centre staff and the daily operations of one of Watson Lake’s unique community and visitor destinations. This role is ideal for someone with strong leadership skills, excellent customer service, cash handling experience, and the ability to help create a welcoming experience for all visitors.
About the Role:
The Northern Lights Centre Operations Supervisor helps support the day-to-day operation of the facility while leading staff and assisting with visitor services, including:
- Creating the Northern Lights Centre staff schedule and ensuring all shifts are covered for a 7-day-per-week schedule
- Operating the cash register, receiving and handling cash, and completing end-of-day cash-out duties
- Assisting the public with general inquiries in a welcoming and friendly manner
- Operating theatre equipment and assisting other staff in learning the proper operation of the equipment
- Helping promote and advertise events and programs
- Maintaining a clean and safe environment for all visitors
- Performing other duties as directed by the Director of Community Services
What You Bring:
Qualifications and experience include:
- Basic computer skills, including experience with Microsoft programs
- Ability to follow direction from a supervisor and lead and train other staff members
- Strong customer service and oral communication skills
- Energetic, positive, and motivated attitude
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends
Additional Information:
This is a seasonal position running from May to September, with up to 40 hours per week. The pay range is $31.23 to $34.11 per hour, depending on experience.
The successful candidate is required to provide a Vulnerable Sector Check and copies of credentials prior to their start date.
How to Apply
Begin by reviewing the full employment opportunity document for this position by following the link below:
Employment Opportunity- Northern Lights Centre Operations Supervisor
To apply for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter clearly outlining your qualifications and experience as they relate to this role.
By email: csrec@watsonlake.ca
In person: Town Office, 710 Adela Trail, Watson Lake
Closing Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm (Yukon Time)
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
Northern Lights Centre Attendant (2–3 Positions) – Seasonal (May–August)
The Town of Watson Lake is seeking energetic, positive, and customer-focused Northern Lights Centre Attendants to join our Parks and Recreation team for the summer season.
Northern Lights Centre Attendants support the daily duties and operations of the Northern Lights Centre and help create a welcoming experience for residents and visitors alike. This role is ideal for someone with strong customer service skills, cash handling experience, and the ability to work in a friendly, public-facing environment.
About the Role:
Northern Lights Centre Attendants help support the day-to-day operation of the facility and assist visitors with a positive and professional approach, including:
- Operating the cash register, receiving and handling cash, and completing end-of-day cash-out duties
- Assisting the public with general inquiries in a welcoming and friendly manner
- Helping promote and advertise events and programs
- Maintaining a clean and safe environment for all visitors
- Performing other duties as directed by the Northern Lights Centre Supervisor
What You Bring:
Qualifications and experience include:
- Basic computer skills, including experience with Microsoft programs
- Ability to follow direction from a supervisor and work with limited supervision
- Strong customer service and oral communication skills
- Energetic, positive, and motivated attitude
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends
Additional Information:
This is a seasonal position running from May to August, with up to 40 hours per week. The pay range is $18.51 to $25.35 per hour, depending on experience.
The successful candidate is required to provide a Vulnerable Sector Check and copies of credentials prior to their start date.
How to Apply
Begin by reviewing the full employment opportunity document for this position by following the link below:
Employment Opportunity- Northern Lights Centre Attendant
To apply for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter clearly outlining your qualifications and experience as they relate to this role.
By email: csrec@watsonlake.ca
In person: Town Office, 710 Adela Trail, Watson Lake
Closing Date: Monday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm (Yukon Time)
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
Student Parks & Recreation Caretaker (2 Positions) – Student Seasonal (June–August)
The Town of Watson Lake is seeking energetic, positive, and motivated students to join our Parks and Recreation team as Student Parks & Recreation Caretakers for the summer season.
This position supports the day-to-day work of the department and helps keep Watson Lake’s parks, green spaces, recreation facilities, and public areas clean, safe, and welcoming. It is a great opportunity for students who enjoy working outdoors and contributing to the community during the summer months.
About the Role:
Student Parks & Recreation Caretakers assist with a variety of seasonal maintenance and upkeep tasks throughout the community, including:
- Performing general landscaping and grass maintenance duties at Town properties and facilities, including parks, playgrounds, roads, the cemetery, Signpost Forest, and the Lucky Lake day use area and waterslide
- Supporting litter control throughout the community
- Assisting with preventative maintenance of equipment
- Performing other duties as directed by the Parks & Recreation Lead Hand or Supervisor
What You Bring:
Qualifications and experience include:
- Must be between 16 and 25 years of age
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence
- Ability to follow direction from a supervisor and work with limited supervision
- Energetic, positive, and motivated attitude
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule
Additional Information:
This is a student seasonal position running from June to August, with up to 40 hours per week. The pay range is $18.51 to $19.93 per hour.
The successful candidate is required to provide a Vulnerable Sector Check and copies of credentials prior to their start date.
How to Apply
Begin by reviewing the full employment opportunity document for this position by following the link below:
Employment Opportunity- Student Parks and Recreation Caretaker
To apply for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter clearly outlining your qualifications and experience as they relate to this role.
By email: csrec@watsonlake.ca
In person: Town Office, 710 Adela Trail, Watson Lake
Closing Date: April 7, 2026
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
Flower and Parks Caretaker – Seasonal Term (15–18 Weeks, Starting Approximately Mid-May)
The Town of Watson Lake is seeking an enthusiastic, dependable, and community-minded Flower and Parks Caretaker to join our Parks and Recreation team for the spring and summer season.
This position plays an important role in helping keep Watson Lake beautiful, welcoming, and well maintained. The Flower and Parks Caretaker is responsible for the preparation, planting, and upkeep of municipal flower baskets, flower beds, shrubs, and trees located throughout Town facilities, parks, greenspaces, and along the highway corridor, while also supporting general parks and recreation maintenance duties.
About the Role:
The Flower and Parks Caretaker supports seasonal beautification and upkeep efforts across the community, including:
- Conditioning, preparing, and maintaining soil and mulch for planting
- Creating planting plans to ensure flowers, plants, and shrubs are suitable for the local climate while enhancing outdoor community spaces
- Planting, monitoring, and caring for flowers, trees, and shrubs at Wye Lake Park
- Planting, monitoring, and caring for Town of Watson Lake flower beds and hanging baskets
- Watering flower beds and hanging baskets daily, or as needed
The role also provides support to broader Parks and Recreation operations, including:
- General clean-up and litter control in public areas throughout Watson Lake
- Assisting with general landscaping and grass maintenance
- Assisting with facility set-up and take-down for special events, meetings, and conferences, when needed
- Complying with all Town of Watson Lake safety standards and safe work practices
- Participating in professional development, as required
- Performing other department duties as assigned
What You Bring:
Qualifications and experience include:
- Knowledge and experience in gardening activities, including planting, deadheading, pruning, and maintaining annuals, perennials, bedding plants, and shrubs
- Basic lawn maintenance knowledge such as mowing and edging
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to follow verbal instruction
- Strong time management skills
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with staff and members of the public
- Ability to perform physical work in varied and changing weather conditions
- Willingness to work flexible hours
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence
Additional Information:
This is a seasonal term position of approximately 15 to 18 weeks, starting in mid-May, with up to 40 hours per week. The pay range is $23.20 to $25.35 per hour, depending on experience.
This is a unionized position. The successful candidate must be flexible to accommodate early mornings, evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays.
The successful candidate is required to provide a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check prior to their start date.
How to Apply
Begin by reviewing the full employment opportunity document for this position by following the link below:
Employment Opportunity- Flower and Parks Caretaker
To apply for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter clearly outlining your qualifications and experience as they relate to this role.
Email: csrec@watsonlake.ca
In person: Town Office, 710 Adela Trail, Watson Lake, Yukon
Closing Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
Recycling Attendant – Full-Time Term (May–October)
The Town of Watson Lake is seeking a dependable, safety-minded, and customer-focused Recycling Attendant to join our Solid Waste & Recycling team for the season.
Working under the direction of the Solid Waste Coordinator, the Recycling Attendant helps support the daily operation and maintenance of the Recycling Depot. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with the public, takes pride in keeping a worksite organized, and is committed to helping the community recycle safely and effectively.
About the Role:
The Recycling Attendant plays an important role in helping maintain an efficient and well-run depot while assisting residents with proper recycling practices, including:
- Accepting recycled materials from the public, counting and issuing payment to customers, and ensuring all material is recorded accurately
- Sorting, counting, and preparing recyclable material for shipping
- Keeping the depot and yard organized and tidy and ensuring work and public areas are maintained in a safe condition
- Responsibly handling the cash float
- Informing customers of proper sorting techniques for recyclable materials and the various items accepted at the depot
- Assisting with clean-up and maintenance of the landfill area
- Ensuring proper procedures are followed and depot paperwork is completed accurately
- Assisting with monitoring and verifying compliance of loads entering the landfill
- Performing other duties as required
Additional Information:
This is a full-time term position running from May to October, with 40 hours per week. The pay range is $23.20 to $25.35 per hour, depending on experience.
This position involves working with a wide variety of customers and the handling of heavy, often dirty materials in a noisy environment. Some duties involve outdoor work and may occur in poor weather conditions.
The Town of Watson Lake is unionized. The successful candidate will be obligated to become a union member under the Public Service Alliance of Canada.
How to Apply
Begin by reviewing the full employment opportunity document for this position by following the link below:
Employment Opportunity- Recycling Attendant
To apply for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter clearly outlining your experience as it relates to this role.
By email: csrec@watsonlake.ca
In person: Town Office, 710 Adela Trail, Watson Lake
Closing Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.