Community Safety Coordinator

Aqam; Cranbrook; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Pension plan

Job summary

ʔaq̓am is seeking a Community Safety Coordinator to design and implement community-led safety programs. You will liaise with government agencies, law enforcement, Elders, and community members to embed cultural safety, trauma-informed approaches, and traditional knowledge into public safety work.

Minimum 2 years in a similar role plus a diploma or degree in Public Administration, Indigenous Studies, Criminology, Social Work, or related field.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Embed Ka Knīlwitiyāa values—protection, connection, and collective care—into safety planning and emergency response.
• Collaborate with Elders, staff, and community members to incorporate traditional knowledge and land-based safety teachings.
• Facilitate healing circles, focus groups, and community forums to identify safety concerns and develop grassroots solutions.
• Support youth and school-based safety education initiatives with ʔaq̓amnik̓ School and ʔaq̓amnik̓ youth.
• Coordinate development and implementation of safety, prevention, and outreach programs.
• Prepare reports and safety statistics for the Director of Facilities & Infrastructure and senior leadership.

Skills

Community safety experience

Education

Public Administration / Indigenous Studies / Criminology / Social Work degree

Job description

ʔaq̓amis a member Community of the Ktunaxa Nation (pronounced ‘k-too-nah-ha’).ʔaq̓amOrganization exists for the Community. Externally, we are here to serve the Community, and internally, we are our own Community, comprised of different departments unified by our Vision, Mission, and Values. As a team, through our own roles and departments, theʔaq̓amOrganization works together to achieve our strategic plan – “ka kniⱡwityaⱡa ~ Our Thinking”, and continue to progress and move our Community forward.

ʔaq̓amis located in the beautiful, sunny centre of Ktunaxa Traditional Territory in the southeast corner of British Columbia. If you love the outdoors, the mountains, fresh air, and the sun, this is the place for you. We are here to work towards achievingʔaq̓am’s Vision: “A vibrant, healthy community, speaking our language, governing effectively, and maximizing our lands and resources for the benefit of future generations and all living things, in a manner consistent with qanikitȼi (our values and principles).” Be a part of an excellent team, perform meaningful work that will realize long-term benefits, share in worthwhile accomplishments, celebrate successes, join in the camaraderie, build strong relationships and enjoy lifelong learning!

For more information, please visit aqam.net

About theOpportunity

Reporting to the Director of Facilities and Infrastructure, the Community Safety Coordinator designs and implements community-led safety programs. The Coordinator acts as a liaison between community, government agencies (i.e. Public Safety Canada, Regional District of East Kootenay) and law enforcement, to address local priorities like violence prevention, emergency response and restorative justice. The incumbent will also coordinate ʔaq̓am Administration health and safety processes. The role relies on embedding cultural safety, trauma-informed practices and traditional knowledge into public safety frameworks.

Your key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Embed Ka Kniⱡwitiyaⱡa values—protection, connection, and collective care—into all community safety and emergency planning
• Work collaboratively with Elders, staff, and community members to incorporate traditional knowledge and land-based safety teachings
• Facilitate healing circles, focus groups, and community forums to identify local safety concerns and develop grassroots solutions
• Support youth and school-based safety education initiatives in partnership with ʔaq̓amnik̓ School and ʔaq̓amnik̓ youth
• Coordinate the development and implementation of safety, prevention, and outreach programs
• Coordinate meetings, track actions and administrative support to the Task Force on Community Safety and the Community Consultative Group
• Prepare regular reports, safety statistics, and updates for the Director of Facilities & Infrastructure and senior leadership.

In order to qualify for the Community Safety Coordinatorrole, you must have a minimum of2 years of experiencein a similar role, Diploma or degree in Public Administration, Indigenous Studies, Criminology, Social Work, or a related field.

Proof of a clear criminal record including vulnerable sector check. Provision of a clean driver's abstract and a Valid Class 5 driver’s license.

Salary will commensurate with experience from a range ($60,000-65,000) and includes a favorable benefits package and pension plan.

Preference will be given to candidates of Ktunaxa or other Indigenous ancestry andʔaq̓amencourages applicants to self-identify within your application.

About

ʔaq̓am is located in the beautiful, sunny centre of Ktunaxa Traditional Territory in the southeast corner of British Columbia. If you love the outdoors, the mountains, fresh air and the sun, this is the place for you. We are here to work towards achieving ʔaq̓am’s Vision: “A vibrant, healthy community, speaking our language, governing effectively, and maximizing our lands and resources for the benefit of future generations and all living things, in a manner consistent with qanikitȼi (our values and principles).”

Be a part of an excellent team, perform meaningful work that will realize long term benefits, share in worthwhile accomplishments, celebrate successes, join in the camaraderie, build strong relationships and enjoy lifelong learning!