Community Development Coordinator

Reporting to the Parks & Recreation Supervisor, the Community Development Coordinator is responsible for the planning, coordination, and delivery of recreation-based and FCSS-based programs and events. This position supports the well‑being of Yellowhead County residents by fostering community engagement, promoting active living, and delivering preventative social programs. Based out of the Edson office, this position will provide recreation initiatives that serve the entire County, while FCSS programming will focus primarily on the west end, delivered in collaboration with Wildwood FCSS staff and supervisor.

Position Responsibilities

Administration

• Utilize and manage the online registration system for program enrollment and participant tracking.
• Manage budgets and expenditures as per the County’s Purchasing Policy, including preparing purchase orders, monitoring program / event expenses, and assisting with financial and program outcome reporting.
• Seek grant opportunities and program sponsorship.
• Participate in emergency social services initiatives as required.
• Research and maintain a knowledge base of local, regional, and provincial services and partners to provide programming that aligns with community needs.
• Actively participate in area, facility, cross‑department and / or County wide planning, initiatives, and meetings.
• Negotiate, prepare, and provide contracts for community organizations, contractors, and program instructors.
• Maintain and analyze participation records and statistics for reporting and future planning.
• Ensure risk management and safety standards are in place and consistent with County standards and policy, keeping in mind Provincial and Federal legislation.
• Analyze and make recommendations on fees and charges (rental rates, admissions, passes, program fees, etc.) based on philosophy, policy, expenses, leader / participant ratios, sponsorship levels and / or partnership opportunities.
• Coordinate the inventory, use, and procurement of equipment and supplies used by staff and volunteers in programs.
• Respond to requests made by partners, community members, groups, agencies, media, and others as it pertains to programs and events as required.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Program Development

Community Engagement and Partnerships

Communication and Marketing

Education and Experience

Post‑secondary degree in Recreation, Community Development, or Child and Family Services or a related field is required.

Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a similar position is required.

Knowledge of rural municipal operations, volunteer organizations, and community recreation facility operations and programming is considered an asset. Experience working with diverse populations and non‑profit boards, as well as rural community development and innovative community programming, is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Work Conditions

Salary and Benefits

The salary range is $75,167 to $93,208 per year. Yellowhead County offers a competitive benefits package.

Application Closing Date

Applications close on January 12, 2026 at 4 : 30 PM.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Yellowhead County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The personal information collected as a result of this advertisement is under the authority of the Protection of Privacy Act (POPA) s.4(c) and will be utilized for these employment opportunities only. Questions about the collection or use of this information can be directed to Human Resources at 780‑723‑4800.

Additional Information

Thank you for your interest in Yellowhead County careers. At this time, we will only be contacting applicants who have been selected to move forward in the recruitment process.

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