We want every candidate to have a fair, respectful and transparent hiring experience. Our process is designed to help us understand your skills, experience and potential, while also giving you a better sense of the role and what it means to work at YMCA Calgary.

From interviews to references and pre-employment requirements, each step of the process helps us ensure we are hiring people who are well-suited to the role and committed to supporting children, families and communities in a safe and welcoming environment.

Interviews

We use a consistent interview process to help create a fair experience for all candidates. This means candidates interviewing for the same position are asked the same core questions at each stage of the process.

During the interview, we may ask you to share examples from your past experience and talk about the skills and strengths you would bring to the role. Depending on the position, you may also be asked to complete a test or assignment as part of the assessment process, and some roles may include a second-round interview.

For all positions, we also consider each candidate’s suitability for working with children and vulnerable people.

References

Before extending an offer to a candidate, we complete reference checks. In most cases, this includes three references from current or former employers.

If you are a student or have limited work experience, we welcome references from teachers or other individuals in positions of trust.

We also understand that reference requirements can sometimes create barriers, especially for those who are early in their careers. That is why we accept a broader range of references, including volunteer, committee and school references in addition to employment references.

Accommodation

We are committed to reducing barriers to employment and creating a hiring process that is inclusive and accessible.

If you need accommodation at any stage of the interview process, please let us know. We are happy to work with you to understand your needs and support your participation.

Job Offer

Job offers are conditional upon a Police Records Check, in keeping with our responsibility to protect children and vulnerable people. Each result is reviewed individually and thoughtfully.

Successful candidates will also be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check within the first four months of employment and again every three years.