Expedition Centre Coordinator (Full Time, Contract)

What qualifications are we looking for?

At YMCA Calgary we strive to ensure our employees are a fit based on their strengths, interests, and future goals. The successful candidate will have the following;

Experience working with children to facilitate inclusion within outdoor based programs

Experience planning and implementing hike and canoe expeditions

Experience supervising or mentoring counsellors in expedition focused programs

Previous experience working with people of all abilities and a solid understanding of the integration process

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Current Standard First Aid and CPR C certification (CPR recertified within the last 12 months) at minimum

Evidence of a clear Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Search

Evidence of proof of COVID-19 vaccine

Three professional references

What does this role look like at YMCA Calgary?

Reporting to the Camp Director (manager), the Expedition Coordinator is responsible for :

Organizing the Expedition Centre to best support expedition planning and packing

Plan and book trips and permits for each group through the spring and summer

Organize and participate in spring training and scouting trips

Assess and monitor trip gear and backcountry communication devices

Plan menus and order food, oversee food packing

Plan and execute trip transportation logistics

Leading backcountry evacuations and support, and be available to help with backcountry emergency response

Supervision of 2-4 staff

The Expedition Centre Coordinator will work in the outdoors for the majority of each day. Coordinators will need to lift program supplies, walk, bend, and stand for extended periods of time.

By design Expedition Centre Coordinator positions can be physically taxing requiring long periods of walking and standing and participating in physical activities and games.

The position will require moderate bending, lifting and repetitive movements as needed during Camp programs.

What qualities do we look for in YMCA Calgary Staff and Volunteers?

• Our employees embody the YMCA values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility. In addition, they model and are committed to the following competencies;
• Developing Self and Others : Developing people with a view toward present and future capacity.
• Building Purposeful Relationships : Relating to people authentically with their best in mind.
• Creating a Culture of Community : Gathering people to purpose and vision.
• Making Intentional Impact : Intending to make a difference every day.
• Thinking and Acting Strategically : Applying thoughts, words, and actions in service to the vision.
• Applying Business Acumen : Demonstrating excellence in technical skills and stewarding the YMCA Business Model.
• Innovating : Ability to know your environment, initiate and respond effectively to changing conditions.

Please note that evidence of a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search is a requirement

YMCA Calgary is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada by way of Canadian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or a valid Canadian work permit.

YMCA Calgary is currently not engaged in international recruitment efforts as we are required to demonstrate that we have exhausted all means of recruitment both locally and nationally.

Potential candidates will only be contacted if selected for an interview.