Youth Initiatives Coordinator
- Lethbridge, AB, Canada
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Lethbridge Polytechnic is committed to inclusive recruitment practices by providing reasonable access and accommodations to applicants. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact hiringaccommodations@lethpolytech.ca. Private information received in relation to the request will only be used to facilitate the recruitment process and will be kept confidential and shared only as needed with the selection committee.
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Job Title Youth Initiatives Coordinator Appointment Type Casual Position Dates November 2026 - June 30, 2027 Hours per week/FTE 14 About the Position
Are you ready to help shape the future of youth programming at Lethbridge Polytechnic? We’re seeking a dynamic, organized Youth Initiatives Coordinator to take the lead on our innovative programs. As the driving force behind dual credit programming and exploratory learning experiences, you’ll play a key role in developing career exploration pathways for youth in the province. From coordinating with diverse stakeholders to igniting imaginations through strategic communication efforts – this role is where your passion for youth meets operational excellence.
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Responsibilities
Reporting to the Manager, Youth Initiatives, the coordinator will collaborate with various internal departments and external stakeholders, as they undertake the following responsibilities:
- Coordinate schedules for dual credit and exploratory programs and events
- Prepare reports, summaries and updates in a variety of formats
- Support policy development and compliance related to youth programming
- Assist with financial processes for various initiatives, most specifically dual credit
- Coordinate event planning and facilitate implementation
- Maintain delivery agreements with secondary partners
- Collaborate in the design and delivery of dual credit and exploratory programs and events
- Communicate with internal and external stakeholders and respond to inquiries
- Lead development of communications and marketing materials
- Design and implement data collection tools
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal communication and computer skills
- Project and event management experience
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, while being flexible, adaptable and collaborative
- Experience with customer relationship management, registration, social media and data collection applications
- Strong foundation in design principles and familiarity with design software (such as InDesign, Illustrator, etc.)
- Essential qualities include attention to detail, independence, good judgment, quality customer service and confidentiality
- Must be able to travel and have valid driver’s license
- Eligible to work in Canada
- Successful candidate will be required to provide criminal record and vulnerable sector checks prior to start date.
- Experience working in secondary or post-secondary education
Culture of Care
A Culture of Care at Lethbridge Polytechnic embraces a workplace that both protects and empowers employees by creating an environment that promotes psychological, cultural and physical safety. All employees play an important role in building a safe and supportive campus dedicated to learning and growing.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number C26-00493 Open Date 10/23/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Lethbridge Polytechnic is committed to inclusive recruitment practices by providing reasonable access and accommodations to applicants. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact hiringaccommodations@lethpolytech.ca. Private information received in relation to the request will only be used to facilitate the recruitment process and will be kept confidential and shared only as needed with the selection committee.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you hold at least a valid class 5 driver's license?
- yes
- no
- * Will you be able to provide the required criminal record and vulnerable sector checks prior to the start date?
- Yes
- No
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Transcripts
- Letter of Recommendation
- Portfolio
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Responsibilities
Coordinate schedules, events, communications, and delivery agreements for dual credit and exploratory youth programs, working with internal teams and secondary partners. Support program design, policy compliance, financial processes, reporting, stakeholder inquiries, marketing materials, and data collection.
Requirements
Applicants need strong organizational, interpersonal, and computer skills, project and event management experience, and familiarity with CRM, registration, social media, data collection, and design applications. The role requires attention to detail, sound judgment, confidentiality, a valid driver’s license, eligibility to work in Canada, travel availability, and criminal record and vulnerable sector checks; experience in secondary or post-secondary education is preferred.
Skills
- Organization
- Interpersonal Communication
- Computer Skills
- Project Management
- Event Management
- Flexibility
- Adaptability
- Collaboration
- Registration Systems
- Social Media
- Data Collection
- Graphic Design
- Stakeholder Communication
- Report Writing
- Financial Processes
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Categories
- Education
- Management & Leadership
- Administrative
- Marketing
Keywords
- Youth Initiatives
- Dual Credit
- Exploratory Learning
- Career Exploration
- Youth Programming
- Project Management
- Event Planning
- Program Coordination
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Secondary Education
- Post-Secondary Education
- Delivery Agreements
- Policy Development
- Compliance
- Financial Processes
- Communications
- Marketing Materials
- Registration Applications
- Social Media
- Data Collection
- InDesign
- Illustrator
- Reporting
- Criminal Record Check
- Vulnerable Sector Check