Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference with climate & conservation programming in the Columbia Valley this summer?
The Environmental Program Coordinator is a summer position that will have the opportunity to both support and lead programs, under supervision from the Wildsight Invermere team which includes two Program Managers. The Environmental Program Coordinator will be responsible for one core project – the Bike Valet Program, as well as supporting other summer programming.
Duties
1. Bike Valet Program: Launched in 2025, Wildsight Invermere’s Bike Valet program offers accessible bike parking options at the extremely popular Invermere Farmers Market, empowering the community with low-carbon transportation alternatives when they visit the market. Results from 2025 showed strong community uptake and support for this program and, as such, Wildsight Invermere intends to continue the program into 2026 and beyond. With guidance and support from the Program Manager, the Environmental Program Coordinator will be responsible for:
- Weekly coordination of volunteers to staff the Bike Valet
- Staffing the Bike Valet themselves, on occasion or as needed
- General oversight and coordination of the Bike Valet program, in collaboration with relevant community partners and the Farmers Market
- Logistics and operational aspects of the program such as organizing equipment, supplies, etc.
- Working collaboratively with the Program Managers to develop relevant communications resources or content
- Collection and management of data to support program evaluation and impact measurement
2. Columbia Valley SHIFT: support the newly launched CV SHIFT climate action program, focusing on two core themes of waste & emissions reduction. Responsibilities may include:
- Lead implementation of the Party Kit rental program, with support from Program Managers
- Research feasibility of additional reusable foodware program needs & opportunities in the Columbia Valley, and bring forward options for possible implementation
- Support development of future CV Shift program areas in collaboration with Program Manager, including workshops, education activities, and asset mapping for a possible digital directory
3. Other: in addition to the above projects, the Wildsight Invermere team will seek opportunities to involve the Environmental Program Coordinator in other tasks and responsibilities that will support their professional development, which may include:
- Support organization of events and community outreach opportunities
- Supporting communications activities such as e-blasts or social media
- Attending external meetings or events with relevant community partners to advance Wildsight’s work on conservation and climate action initiatives
- Various administrative tasks such as data management and organization, content creation, software optimization, etc.
- Program evaluation work
Skills
- A strong environmental ethic and interest in climate change and conservation-related issues
- Considerable knowledge and understanding of computers and standard programs such as Microsoft Office suite, as well as social media (Facebook, Instagram)
- Social media content creation and promotion, graphic design skills an asset
- Experience with planning community events
- Detail-oriented, organized
- Comfortable with community outreach and education on environmental issues (able to maintain a positive attitude in the face of challenging conversations!)
- Local knowledge and relationships with community members and organizations an asset
- Self-motivated and ability to work independently, as well as in collaboration with team members
Requirements
- Applicants must be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period.
- Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment
- Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations
Job Details
- 30 hours per week
- Wage will range between $22 – $25 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications
- Employment term will be 9 paid weeks and will run from approximately mid-June to mid-August, with flexibility on start date and time off
- While some work may be done remotely, in-person work is required and the successful candidate must reside in the Columbia Valley (Invermere or surrounding area) for the term of employment. While accommodation is not provided, Wildsight may be able to offer assistance.
To Apply
Email a cover letter and resume to invermere@wildsight.ca by May 11th, 2026. Only successful applicants will be contacted.
About Wildsight Invermere
The Invermere branch of Wildsight has been the environmental voice of the upper Columbia Valley since 1989. We are a BC-registered, non-profit organization, governed by an engaged Board of Directors and supported by an active membership and community of volunteers. We work together with Wildsight Regional and the five other Wildsight branches, as well as local Columbia Valley groups.