Municipalities near Calgary are hiring and some jobs pay over $100K
If you’re looking for a change of pace from Calgary’s busy city life, why not consider moving to one of the nearby municipalities?
Several municipalities close to Calgary are hiring for a range of jobs that require a variety of expertise. Whether you’re interested in working in engineering, recreation, or administration, there’s a position for you. Some of the roles even pay over $100,000.
Here are some of the municipalities that are hiring right now.
High River
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What: High River is a town known for its beautiful countryside and breathtaking views. It’s so picturesque that it even became one of the main filming locations for Canada’s popular TV show Heartland.
Jobs: The Town of High River is currently hiring for seven positions, including a lifeguard, aquafit instructor, and an administrative assistant.
More: To learn more and start your application, click here.
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Canmore
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What: Canmore is a popular town nestled away in the Rocky Mountains. If you’re looking to work somewhere where you can easily get to a hike on your days off, then this is the place for you.
Jobs: The Town of Canmore is hiring for seven jobs, including several part-time and full-time roles.
More: To learn more and apply, click here.
Airdrie
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What: Just north of Calgary, Airdrie’s elevation makes it the highest city in Canada. With a population of just over 85,000, Airdrie is the perfect place to start a new career if you’re looking for a quieter area to work in.
Jobs: The City of Airdrie is hiring for six jobs this month, including a municipal engineer and a parks operation crew leader.
More: To learn more and apply, check out the list of jobs here.
Okotoks
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What: Okotoks is the quaint community just south of Calgary known for its namesake, the “Big Rock.” It’s a great place to work if you want to stay close to Calgary, as it’s just a 15-minute drive away.
Jobs: The Town of Okotoks is currently accepting applications for five positions, including a facilities operator, a skating instructor, and a safety codes operator.
More: To learn more and apply, click here.
Chestermere
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What: If you’re looking to work in a vibrant small town, Chestermere could be the perfect place to put down some new roots. It surrounds the beloved Chestermere Lake and is mainly a commuter town, so you’ll be able to find some more peace and quiet working in this neighbourhood.
Jobs: The City of Chestermere is hiring for two positions. They are looking for a utilities technical engineer and a landscape coordinator.
More: To learn more about the roles, click here.
Strathmore
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What: Strathmore is known for hosting its annual Stampede, which perfectly captures the western essence of Alberta. It’s just a short distance east of Calgary, and you could even commute to work if you don’t mind the 40-minute drive.
Jobs: There are three jobs available in the Town of Strathmore. The positions available are a customer care clerk, a senior lifeguard, and a lifeguard.
More: To learn more about the positions and apply, click here.
Banff
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What: Banff is a breathtaking mountain town that brings in visitors from far and wide. It’s known across the globe as a top place to visit. So, if you want a chance to live in a destination town, this could be the place to find a new job.
Jobs: Banff is hiring for 10 jobs across its administration, fire, and operations departments.
More: To learn more about the available positions, click here.