The Red Deer River Watershed Alliance is one of eleven Watershed Planning & Advisory Councils in Alberta. We are a nonprofit charitable organization who strive to ensure our watershed remains healthy, dynamic and sustainable. We support implementation of the Water for Life Strategy through a collaborative process to: assess and report on the state of the watershed, develop and implement watershed plans, improve water literacy and education on watershed health and management through events and programing.
Position Description:
The
Watershed Science Program Coordinator
plays a critical role in building partnerships and working towards our State of the Watershed Report and other Mandate and Roles. This position will support the executive director to provide technical support to update our State of the Watershed report and later watershed management plan. Work includes managing contractors, coordinating input from technical advisory teams and technical writing.
Reporting Relationships:
Reports to: Executive Director
Internal Contacts: RDRWA Employees, Board of Directors
External Contacts: Members, Associations, Members of the Public, Subcontractors, Volunteers
Key Responsibility Areas:
Deliver Watershed Assessment and Planning Projects (50%)
Manage, develop and report on components of state of the watershed assessment and planning projects
Provide writing support for grant applications and reporting requirements
Communicate watershed health and program updates to various stakeholders
Coordinate technical committees
Work with committees on delivery and communication of watershed health education, events and assessment initiatives
Water Literacy and Outreach (30%)
Develop and deliver water literacy and outreach programming to diverse audiences
Draft watershed material to help maintain RDRWA website and social media accounts (Twitter, Facebook, etc.)
Provide support to priority watershed stewardship groups with monitoring and educational initiatives
Event Coordination (20%)
Plan, coordinate, and delivers RDRWA events, including forums and other special events, in collaboration with RDRWA staff.
Share ideas, listen and collaborate with our partners and stakeholders on shared watershed health initiatives
Collaborate with provincial agencies, other Watershed Policy and Advisory Councils and non-governmental organizations on initiatives
Qualifications:
Environmental Science or Watershed planning Bachelor's or Master's degree (Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science etc), or a related discipline
Work experience: Must have 3 or more years of work experience in environmental assessment and watershed science reporting.
A valid class 5 driver's license
Knowledge and Skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office programs
Technical reporting, knowledge synthesis and translation skills
Experience in environmental data analysis and reporting for diverse audiences
Experience engaging with stakeholders
Knowledge of water and land-use issues, assessment tools and watershed management in Alberta
Able to manage multiple priorities, solve problems and meet deadlines
Project management training or experience
Experience or willingness to learn social media, website management and visual communications programs (e.g. Canva, Illustrator, constant contact)
Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve organizational goals
Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships internal/external contacts and stakeholders/partners
Experience or training with GIS
Competencies:
Project Management
Data Analysis
Stakeholder Engagement
Communication Skills
Problem-Solving
Teamwork
Work Environment
This position is required to be in the office
This position travels throughout the watershed and performs some evening and weekend work
A valid class 5 driver's license
If the above position resonates with you, send your cover letter and resume to emily@hroutlook.ca by June 13, 2025.
We thank all applicants that apply, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $65,000.00-$78,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
On-site parking
Paid time off
RRSP match
Flexible language requirement:
French not required
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
environmental assessment and watershed science reporting: 3 years (preferred)
Language:
English (required)
Location:
Red Deer, AB T4N 2N1 (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-06-13
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