Outdoor Instructor I and II

Overview

Organization Strathcona County

Region Alberta

Application Deadline February 16, 2026 before 23 : 30

Type Full Time

Category Parks & recreation

Description

This posting is for two positions : Outdoor Instructor I and Outdoor Instructor II. We are seeking up to 7 Outdoor Instructors. If you love being outdoors, working with kids, and creating fun experiences, this is your chance to get paid to play! Join a team that loves what they do, enjoys teaching and learning about the outdoor world, and spends every day making a positive impact in our community.

We are hiring passionate team members for Outdoor Instructor I and Outdoor Instructor II positions based at the Strathcona Wilderness Centre, where our team creates meaningful outdoor experiences for schools, children and community groups. Activities may include environmental programs, canoeing, fire and shelter programs, orienteering, day camp programming, winter programs such as xc skiing, snowshoeing, and more!

The Outdoor Instructor I position is a great entry level role for anyone beginning a career in recreation or environmental education. In this position, you’ll deliver engaging outdoor programs and camps while building skills in leadership, instruction, and working with diverse groups. You’ll take part in training that grows your knowledge, develops your outdoor abilities, and helps contribute to a safe and positive experience for all participants.

The Outdoor Instructor II position is a leadership role responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering high quality outdoor recreation and environmental education programs, camps and events. This role includes mentoring staff, supporting program design, as well as ensuring a safe environment for participants.

Key Responsibilities

• Instructor I (salary : $20.55 - $25.72) – Support the Instructor II (Lead) with the planning and delivery of outdoor programs, camps, and events to the general public, schools, and community groups
• Instructor I – Support and assist the Lead Instructor with managing forms, documents, and communications to parents / guardians
• Adapt your teaching style and model positive behaviour to help participants and teammates learn in a supportive, fun environment
• Manage group dynamics and behaviours, including resolving conflicts between program participants
• Greet and welcome each program participant, ensuring the guest experience is treated with respect and value
• Respond to incidents, including those that require first aid, and communicate to supervisors
• Instructor II – Lead Instructor (salary : $27.01 - $33.78) – Work as a team leader to ensure the creative and effective planning and delivery of all outdoor programs, camps and events
• Manage all forms, documents and communications to parents / guardians and leaders of school and community group programs, camps, event participants
• Ensure pertinent information, issues, or concerns are communicated to staff team, the Assistant Recreation Programmer and / or the Recreation Programmer
• Help create a safe environment by doing regular checks of program areas and following all safety and OHS guidelines
• Make sure program areas and equipment are ready to use by doing basic cleaning, tracking supplies, and helping with set‑up and clean‑up
• Manage group dynamics and behaviours, including resolving conflicts between program participants
• Greet and welcome each program participant, ensuring the guest experience is treated with respect and value
• Respond to incidents, including those that require first aid, and communicate to supervisors

Requirements

Skills and Qualifications

Conditions Of Employment

Salary & Benefits

Pay Range : $20.55 - $33.78

Who We Are

Strathcona County is a specialized municipality located in the heart of Alberta. Our vision is to become Canada’s most livable community, where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity, respect, safety, fairness, and cooperation.

Why Join Strathcona County

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, which includes :

Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months.

Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute diverse perspectives and experiences.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Contact

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