Watershed Science Program Coordinator

Red Deer River Watershed Alliance Society; Alberta; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Alberta is seeking a Watershed Science Program Coordinator to lead watershed assessment projects, enhance water literacy, and coordinate events. This full-time role requires a degree in Environmental Science and relevant experience in watershed management and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in environmental assessment and watershed science reporting.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license required.
• Experience engaging with stakeholders and knowledge of watershed management in Alberta.

Responsibilities

• Manage and report on watershed assessment and planning projects.
• Develop and deliver water literacy and outreach programming.
• Plan and coordinate RDRWA events and collaborate with stakeholders.

Skills

Technical reporting

Communication skills

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS

Canva

Illustrator

Job description

Job Title:Watershed Science Program Coordinator

Start:when suitable candidate found

Hours:Permanent; full time; 7.25 hours weekly; office-based in Red Deer, AB

Salary:$65,000 – 78,000 equivalent commensurate with qualifications and experience

Location: 4918 59 Street, Red Deer, Alberta

About us: 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. The RDRWA has a strong history of engaging with stakeholders and partners and recognize the importance of inclusive, positive and collaborative engagement and discussion on pressing complex watershed issues and shared solutions.

Position Summary:

As the Watershed Science Program Coordinator, you will play a critical role in building partnerships and working towards our State of the Watershed Report and other mandates and Roles. You will support the Executive Director in providing technical support to update our State of the Watershed report andthe watershed management plan. Your role will include managing contractors, coordinating input from technical advisory teams, and technical writing. You will report to the Executive Director and work as part of a team to deliver watershed information across the basin.

Key Functions:

Deliver Watershed Assessment and Planning Projects (50%)

• Manages, develops, and reports on components of the state of the watershed assessment and planning projects
• Provides writing support for grant applications and reporting requirements
• Communicates watershed health and program updates to various stakeholders
• Coordinates technical committees
• Works with committees on the delivery and communication of watershed health education, events, and assessment initiatives

Water Literacy and Outreach (30%)

• Develops and delivers water literacy and outreach programming to diverse audiences
• Prepares draft watershed material to help maintain RDRWA website and social media accounts (Twitter, Facebook, etc.)
• Provides support to priority watershed stewardship groups with monitoring and educational initiatives
• Supports working committees

Event Coordination (20%)

• Plans, coordinates, and delivers RDRWA events, including forums and other special events, in collaboration with RDRWA staff.
• Shares ideas, listens, and collaborates with our partners and stakeholders on shared watershed health initiatives
• Collaborates with provincial agencies, other Watershed Policy and Advisory Councils, and non-governmental organizations on initiatives

Qualifications:

oEnvironmental Science or Watershed planning Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, etc.), or a related discipline

oWork experience: Must have 3 or more years of work experience in environmental assessment and watershed science reporting.

oA valid Class 5 driver’s license

Knowledge and Skills

oProficient with Microsoft Office programs

oTechnical reporting, knowledge synthesis, and translation skills

oCourteous, professional demeanor

oProficient communication skills

oExperience in environmental data analysis and reporting for diverse audiences

oExperience engaging with stakeholders

oKnowledge of water and land-use issues, assessment tools, and watershed management in Alberta

oAble to manage multiple priorities, solve problems, and meet deadlines

oProject management training or experience

oExperience or willingness to learn social media, website management, and visual communications programs (e.g., Canva, Illustrator, constant contact)

oAbility to work independently and as part of a team to achieve organizational goals

oAbility to develop and maintain positive working relationships with internal/external contacts and stakeholders/partners

oExperience or training with GIS

Competencies

oProject Management

oData Analysis

oStakeholder Engagement

oCommunication Skills

oProblem-Solving

oTeamwork

Preference may be given to candidates with the following: Training and experience with water quality and biological data assessment, GIS, riparian health assessment, land use planning, group facilitation skills, and work with Indigenous communities.

Other:

oMust provide an RCMP Criminal Records Check

oWilling and able to travel and work overtime when required.

How to apply: Please email your cover letter and resume to Emily Genereux at [e-mail] saved with your name and position title in the email subject line by June 13, 2025.

For more information, please visit our website www.rdrwa.ca. We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.