Job Description

Program Manager - English Language & Multicultural Services

(ELMS)

Smithers, BC | 35 hours/week | $63,700-$72,800/year

Start: Fall 2025 (exact date negotiable)

Date Posted: July 2, 2025

Closing Date: Until the position is filled.

We will conduct rolling interviews and may close this position if a suitable candidate is found. Early submissions are recommended.*

Are you passionate about building community and supporting newcomers?

Do you love working with people, leading teams, and making a meaningful difference?

At

Smithers Community Services Association (SCSA)

, we're looking for a

Program Manager

to lead our dynamic ELMS team. The ideal candidate is a

collaborative leader with strong people skills

, a

client-first mindset

, and a deep commitment to supporting immigrant and refugee integration in a rural community setting.

Why This Role?

You'll lead a dedicated team supporting newcomers on their immigration journey to Canada through English language classes, settlement services, and community-building programs. We're not just ticking boxes -- we're building belonging. Smithers is a tight-knit, welcoming town with stunning natural beauty - known for it's mountains, skiing, hiking, fishing and other outdoor activities.

What You'll Do:

Lead a passionate team

delivering language and settlement services

Build partnerships

that support newcomer needs

Manage budgets, funding, and reports

Support staff and volunteers

with care and coaching

Champion diversity and inclusion

What You Bring:

Strong

people skills

and a "client-first" mindset Experience in

program or team management

(formal or informal -- we value lived experience too) Interest in

newcomer settlement, adult learning, or community development

Ability to lead with heart, stay organized, and keep big-picture goals in sight A flexible, supportive leadership style

What We Offer:

Meaningful connections

with the immigrant community as we support them on their settlement journey. Opportunity to

shape a progressive, effective, hands-on program

that directly impacts lives

Tight-knit team culture

that supports well-being and growth

Extended health & dental

, disability coverage, RRSP, wellness allowance, and paid wellness days

Beautiful work setting

in the heart of northwest BC

Ready to Apply?

For full details, see our

detailed job description please click the link

HERE

.

Apply via

BambooHR (add link to job posting on Bamboo)

or send your resume & cover letter to: Myung Lee, Executive Director -

myung.lee@scsa.ca

SCSA is committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity.

Smithers Community Services Association embraces diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are passionate about our people and committed to employment equity. We value a culture of respect, teamwork and inclusion, where collaboration, innovation, and creativity support our mission to "enhance the quality of life in our communities". While all qualified persons are invited to apply, we welcome applications from qualified Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women and LGBTQIA2S+ persons.