Job Description

Organization Summary:

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