Skip to the main content
This website uses cookies to give you a better online experience. By using this website or closing this message, you are agreeing to our cookie policy. More information
Alberta Supports Contact Centre

Toll Free 1-877-644-9992

Job Details

Hostel Manager

Employer

Canmore Downtown Hostel

Date Posted

April 09, 2026

Languages

English
  • Location Canmore, AB
  • Earnings $38.54 hourly
  • Work Hours 36 to 44 hours per week
  • Position Permanent Full Time
  • Vacancies 1  Vacancy
  • Closing Date May 22, 2026
Job Requirements

Employer

Canmore Downtown Hostel

Languages

English

Education

  • College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
  • or equivalent experience

Work site environment

  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioned

Work setting

Hotel, motel, resort

Budgetary responsibility

$100,001 - $500,000

Tasks

  • Develop and implement policies and procedures for daily operations
  • Recruit and hire staff
  • Supervise staff
  • Conduct performance reviews
  • Negotiate with suppliers for the provision of materials and supplies
  • Conduct training sessions
  • Negotiate with clients for the use of facilities
  • Perform front desk duties
  • Prepare budgets and monitor revenues and expenses
  • Prepare marketing plans
  • Implement marketing activities
  • Arrange for and oversee maintenance activities
  • Enforce policies and procedures
  • Address customers' complaints or concerns
  • Assist clients/guests with special needs
  • Establish work schedules
  • Organize and maintain inventory

Supervision

5-10 people

Computer and technology knowledge

  • MS Word
  • Central reservation system (CRS)
  • MS Excel
  • MS Office
  • MS Outlook
  • MS PowerPoint
  • MS Windows
  • Google Drive

Security and safety

Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

  • Valid driver's licence
  • Own vehicle

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Fast-paced environment
  • Work under pressure
  • Attention to detail
  • Combination of sitting, standing, walking
  • Large workload

Personal suitability

  • Client focus
  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Excellent oral communication
  • Flexibility
  • Initiative
  • Team player

Screening questions

  • Are you authorized to work in Canada?
  • Do you have experience working in this field?

Employment terms options

  • Early morning
  • Evening

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Employment terms options

  • Morning
  • Night
  • On call
  • Day
  • Weekend

Other benefits

  • Free parking available
  • Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Report a Problem

Important notice: This job posting has been provided by an external employer.The Government of Alberta and the Government of Canada are not responsible for the accuracy, authenticity or reliability of the content.

Interest Codes & Abilities
The Hostel Manager is part of the following larger National Occupational Classification (NOC).

Interest Codes

Accommodation Service Managers
DIRECTIVE

Interest in co-ordinating information to manage the operation of accommodation establishments or departments within such establishments, to implement policies and procedures, to supervise staff and to oversee staff training

METHODICAL

Interest in setting work schedules and in monitoring revenues and expenses

SOCIAL

Interest in negotiating with suppliers for the provision of materials and supplies, and with clients for the use of facilities for conventions, banquets, receptions and other functions

Reading Interest Codes
A Quick Guide

Learn More

Abilities

Compared to my abilities

The abilities related to this job are shown along with your selected abilities.

Typical ability expectations for this job
Selected abilities

Mental Abilities

General Learning Ability

Verbal Ability

Numerical Ability

Visual Abilities

Spatial Perception

Form Perception

Clerical Perception

Physical Abilities

Motor Coordination

Finger Dexterity

Manual Dexterity

Learn More
Was this page useful?