Special Projects and Programs Coordinator (6-month term)

Colchester; Truro; Hybrid; CAD 58,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Fitness and Well-being Incentives

Job summary

Colchester Municipality seeks a driven Special Projects and Programs Coordinator to implement engaging after‑school and evening programs, promoting wellness and activity while building strong ties with schools, families and youth.

You will lead all marketing for your projects, including social media and graphic design, manage budgets, and collaborate across organizations to meet strategic goals. This 6‑month, full‑time role may extend based on needs.

Qualifications

• Relevant post-secondary diploma or two years of related work experience.
• Experience leading physical activity and health and wellness initiatives.
• Experience in marketing and/or graphic design is a strong asset.
• Strong community outreach and public relations skills.
• Criminal record check required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate an engaging after-school/evening program.
• Promote physical activity, wellness, and community connections with schools, families and youth.
• Coordinate budgeting and support the recreation department's Administrative Clerk.
• Lead marketing for projects, including social media engagement and graphic design.
• Ensure programs align with the municipality's strategic goals.

Skills

Community outreach

Public relations

Marketing

Graphic design

Event planning

Budget management

Collaboration with partners

Education

Post-secondary diploma or equivalent

Tools

Social media management

Job description

Centrally located within Nova Scotia between two extraordinary coastlines, Colchester is a progressive rural municipality that offers an unparalleled work-life balance. It is a place that is affordable, welcoming, family focused, rich in diverse culture and natural beauty with thriving businesses and access to all the modern amenities typically found in an urban setting – without the common stresses of living in an urban setting.

The Municipality of Colchester is committed to treating people fairly, with respect and dignity. Our goal is to continue to move forward as a diverse and inclusive community representative of the citizens we serve by offering equal opportunities free of biases. We have formed an Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Committee to keep us accountable and to help us reach this goal. The Municipality encourages all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify on their applications.

About the role:

The Special Projects and Programs Coordinator reports to the Manager of Recreation Services and is responsible for implementing an engaging, activity-based after-school/evening program and promoting physical activity and wellness, while developing strong connections with school representatives, families, and students. Additionally, this position plays a pivotal role in enhancing the community's recreational opportunities. This position focuses on planning, implementing, and evaluating unique recreational projects and initiatives that meet diverse needs. They will collaborate with various organizations, manage budgets, support the recreation department's Administrative Clerk, and ensure projects align with the municipality's strategic goals. The Coordinator is responsible for leading all marketing in the execution of their assigned projects, including social media engagement, graphic design, and other creative components.

This is a full-time temporary 6-month position, with potential for extension. Hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm, with regular hours in the evenings and on weekends required.

Salary range:

Range 2, $58,032- $68,982 annually

Benefits:

• Group Benefits - This position is not eligible for Health/Dental Benefits
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Fitness and Well-being Incentives

Education & experience required:

• Relevant post‑secondary diploma or two years equivalent work experience in Recreation, Human Services, Marketing, Communications, or a related field, with an emphasis on children and youth program planning and facilitation.
• Experience leading physical activity and health and wellness initiatives.
• Experience in marketing and/or graphic design is a strong asset.
• Strong community outreach and public relations skills with the ability to liaise effectively with community partners and leaders.
• Conditions of employment include a satisfactory criminal record check.

The Municipality supports the principles of the Nova Scotia Human Rights Act and the principles of inclusion for persons with disabilities in the Nova Scotia Accessibility Act. Applicants are encouraged to identify any need for an accommodation upon being contacted for an interview.

Please apply before 4:30pm on September 24, 2026.

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted or updated on the status of their application.

To learn more about us, please visit www.colchester.ca.