FCSS Program Coordinator

Town of Canmore; Canmore; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government organization is hiring an FCSS Program Coordinator to manage youth and family programs within the Town of Canmore. Responsibilities include program development, volunteer management, and community partnership creations to enhance social services. Ideal candidates have a post-secondary education in a relevant field and experience in community engagement. This full-time temporary position offers a competitive hourly wage and requires flexibility in working hours, including occasional weekends and evenings.

Qualifications

• Required post-secondary education in social work, social science, education, or related field.
• Training or courses in Community Development are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Implement and evaluate preventive social programs for youth and families.
• Provide information and referrals to clients.
• Manage volunteer activities and program partnerships.

Skills

Program development

Youth and family support

Community Development

Education

Post-secondary education in a human services field

Job description

Overview

Posted Friday, February 6, 2026 at 9:00 AM | Expires Monday, February 23, 2026 at 8:59 AM

Why work for the Town of Canmore? For starters, you can take great pride in our organization, its positive work culture, and our exceptional team of talented professionals, who accomplish outstanding work each and every day for our citizens. Our team is composed of many compassionate professionals who value giving back to the community and are guided by the organization’s core values of Wellness, Respect, Integrity, Service, and Teamwork. As a municipal government organization, the Town of Canmore exists to serve the community and visitors to Canmore. The organization is committed to supporting a triple bottom line sustainable future for all by promoting wellness and active living, being leaders in environmental stewardship, and ensuring the effective and efficient use of taxpayer dollars.

Position Overview

The FCSS Program Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of youth and family FCSS programs and services. Functions include program development, planning, implementation and evaluation, volunteer management, partnership development, networking, group presentation, client support, and Town of Canmore administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Implement and evaluate Town of Canmore FCSS preventive social programs and services for youth and families
• Provide support, information, and referrals to clients
• Participate in the identification and assessment of community preventive social program needs
• Create and maintain local, regional, provincial, and federal program partnerships
• Adhere to professional standards of confidentiality
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of reports
• Maintain financial accountability and reporting to the Town of Canmore
• Participate in Emergency Social Services planning and response

Education & Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in a human services field such as social work, social science, education, etc. – required
• Additional training or courses in Community Development – an asset

Experience

• Post-secondary education in a human services field such as social work, social science, education, etc. – required
• Additional training or courses in Community Development – an asset

Compensation and Work Schedule

• Pay Range: $34.69 to $38.77 per hour
• Full-time Temporary position for 16 months
• Working Hours: 35 hours/week. Monday to Friday from 8:00 am – 4:30 pm or 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, with the expectation to occasionally work weekends and evenings
• Start Date: April 8, 2026
• End Date: August 7, 2027

Closing Date for Applications

This posting will remain open until February 22, 2026.

How to Apply

To apply, please upload your cover letter and resume in one document (PDF or Word), and click the “Apply Now” button below. To help us learn more about you, in your cover letter please clearly detail the following:

• Why do you want to work as a FCSS Program Coordinator for the Town of Canmore?
• What skills, experience, and (most importantly) attitude will you bring to enhance the team and enrich our community?

Prior to beginning work, the successful candidate will be required to submit all required certifications and documentation, including driver’s abstract and records checks. The Town of Canmore wishes to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

The Town of Canmore is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, family status, ancestry, place of origin, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

We believe diversity strengthens our organization, and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail]