November 25, 2014 – Cross Country Alberta would like to announce the opening of a one year temporary position for Program Coordinator, covering a maternity leave. The position will commence on January 12, 2015. Please find the link to the more complete job description below.

Resumes, with two references, can be emailed to manager@xcountryab.net. Application deadline is December 8, 2014.

One Year Maternity Leave Position Program Coordinator

Cross Country Alberta is the provincial sport organization for cross country skiing in Alberta. The mission of Cross Country Alberta, which is governed by a volunteer board of Directors, is to lead, develop and promote the sport of cross country skiing throughout Alberta.

Employment period: January 12, 2015 to February 1, 2016

The One Year Maternity Leave Position for the Program Coordinator reports to CCA’s Sport Manager, and has the following responsibilities:

1. Maintains and manages the CCA website, the e-newsletter “Nordic News” and social media sites including the CCA Facebook and Twitter page.
2. Communicates with CCA members, clubs, program participants and the public to ensure timely information and follow up.
3. Coordinates the organization and assists in the delivery of the annual camps, events and programs.
4. Supports the development and implementation of the long-term strategy for programs, events and communications.
5. Provides input into the preparation of the CCA budget, including grants. Assists with the preparation of annual program and membership reports.
6. The Program Coordinator maintains positive working relationships with funders and CCA partners
7. Coordinates the annual updates to the strategic plan, statistical and program report documents
8. The Program Coordinator will be required to travel to program, event, meetings and services within Alberta and occasionally to events across Canada.

The ideal candidate will have the following:

1. Post secondary degree preferred (outdoor recreation, recreation or sport management ) or equivalent with specific program related experience
2. Related program planning, communications, event coordination and administration experience is required.
3. Knowledge of cross country skiing and Para Nordic skiing is preferred.
4. Strong communications and supervisory skills are asset.
5. An understanding of the provincial sport development system is an asset.
6. Excellent computer skills (i.e. Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Google mail and applications, use of various social media sites, website management, database management ).
7. Strong interpersonal, team work, organizational and time management skills.
8. Effective media relations skills
9. Effective supervisory skills that incorporate appropriate levels of delegation, problem solving, decision making, and generating and critiquing ideas.
10. Works with a minimum of supervision, meets deadlines and complete duties
11. Outstanding customer service attributes. Adaptable to changing work environment and demands
12. A valid Alberta class five driver’s licence with 7 or less demerits

The salary range for this maternity leave temporary position is $40,000 to $44,000, working 40 hours per week. This competition closes December 8, 2014.

For further information on the organization and posting, please view the Cross Country Alberta website: www.xcountryab.net

Applications are accepted by email only. Please email resumes, with at least two references, to Michael Neary, CCA Sport Manager at manager@xcountryab.net. You may text: 780-288-1738 to ensure that your application has been received.