Careers at United Way
Come for the purpose. Grow through the possibilities.
Do work that matters, grow alongside people who care, and help create lasting social change in Calgary and the surrounding area.
Work with purpose. Grow with impact. Belong with heart.
At United Way of Calgary and Area, we believe careers should be both meaningful and rewarding. When you join our team, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to work that matters, collaborate with people who care deeply about our community, and grow professionally in a culture built on trust, inclusion, and collective impact.
What we offer
Support for every part of your journey
A total employee experience designed around well-being, flexibility, development, and belonging.
Be supported today and prepared for tomorrow
Our total rewards package includes competitive compensation, a comprehensive healthcare and employee assistance program, and a retirement savings plan. These benefits support your well-being today and help you plan confidently for the future.
Work in a way that supports your whole life
Time away from work matters. We offer vacation, flex days and culture days, along with a hybrid work environment with three designated in-office days each week. Our approach balances flexibility with opportunities to connect and collaborate.
Invest in your development
Access e-learning resources, social learning opportunities, and in-house training to strengthen your capabilities, explore new ideas, and prepare for future opportunities. Whether you’re building expertise in your current role or preparing for what comes next, you’ll have opportunities to keep learning and growing.
A place to connect and belong
Relationships are at the heart of our work. Internal committees, team activities and volunteer opportunities give you ways to connect with colleagues and contribute to causes that matter to you. Bring your perspective, feel respected, and know that your work and voice matter.
How we show up
Our values in action
We celebrate community, togetherness, belonging, and our rich diversity—united as one team committed to creating a better future.
We value momentum over perfection and hierarchy. We work from trust and shared purpose, own our work, and learn from each experience.
We are fearless in our purpose. We encourage everyone to ask tough questions, provide feedback, and challenge the status quo.
We lead with empathy, consider the people we serve first, and create experiences that build inclusion, empower teams, and encourage innovation.
Life at United Way
Bring your whole self to work that matters
Relationships are at the heart of our work. This is a place to contribute your perspective, learn from others, and see how your efforts help strengthen our community.
Your next opportunity could start here
Join a team united by purpose and committed to creating lasting impact.
Fraud alert: What you need to know when applying for a job at United Way
- All official correspondence originates exclusively from either our company email domain (i.e. @calgaryunitedway.org) or the company email domain of legitimate recruiters as noted in our job postings.
- We never share opportunities or communicate with candidates via services such as Gmail, WhatsApp, or Telegram.
- We never ask for payments, fees, or personal banking details during any stage of our recruitment process.
- We will never offer employment without first conducting interviews.
- If you receive suspicious correspondence, we recommend reporting it to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.