Environmental Education Program Coordinator
The Hamilton Conservation Authority has a Contract employment opportunity for an
Environmental Education Program Coordinator
The Environmental Education Program Coordinator is part of HCA’s environmental education team. Reporting to the Outdoor Environmental Education & Program Specialist, they support the coordination, organization, and implementation of environmental education programming for schools and the broader community.
This is a contract position covering a leave and will be approximately 15 months, with an anticipated start date of January 4, 2027.
Responsibilities
- Lead environmental education school programs that support the Ontario curriculum to students from Kindergarten through grade 12, as well as programming for day camp and other community programs/event
- Coordinate and schedule environmental education programs for schools and community, in conjunction with the Outdoor Environmental Education Program Specialist
- Communicate via email and over the phone with teachers, principals, and other community members interested in booking education programs
- Prepare and maintain education records, such as attendance summaries
- Assist with the development of new education programs and resources
- Maintain program areas, materials, and equipment
- Oversee program instructors and summer students in the absence of the Outdoor Environmental Education & Program Specialist
Qualifications
- Post-secondary education in the form of a college diploma and/or university degree
- Minimum 3 years experience of delivering education programming to youth, including programs in an outdoor setting and independent facilitation
- Knowledge of local flora and fauna
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Proficiency in French is considered an asset
- Standard First Aid & CPR certification
- Police criminal records check including Vulnerable Sector Screening
- Valid driver’s license, G2 or higher, and reliable transportation is required
Working Conditions
This position will be based at Dundas Valley Trail Centre (650 Governors Road, Dundas, ON). Work hours are 7.5 hours per day for a total of 37.5 hours per week, with evenings and weekend shifts during the year as required. This role involves working outdoors up to 80% of the day, year-round in all weather, with long periods of standing, and carrying equipment up to 15 lbs.
Salary
The position offers a salary range of $62,036 to $71,917 commensurate with experience and education. Progression will be based on merit and is reviewed annually. Additionally, yearly cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) may be considered.
Benefits
This position is eligible for benefits as outlined in HCA’s Employee Handbook as it pertains to a contract position. This includes eight (8) personal time off days, and health and dental benefits. Most benefits become effective after the 3-month probation period.
Application Process
Interested applicants, please submit your cover letter and resume in PDF or MS Word format via email, quoting the job title in the email subject line, by 4 PM, on Monday, November 23, 2026 to: jobs@conservationhamilton.ca
Although we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process; applicants are asked to inform Human Resources for any disability required accommodations in advance.
Hamilton Conservation Authority and its third-party partners may use AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants during the hiring process. Please note that currently our recruitment cycle does not use AI nor is it part of our current recommended recruitment process
