MineralsEd Job Posting: Program Coordinator

MineralsEd is currently searching for a Program Coordinator to join our team in Vancouver!

The Program Coordinator plays a key role in coordinating, marketing, and delivering MineralsEd’s program offerings and initiatives within schools across British Columbia. Working alongside the Executive Director, Program Manager, and a network of Partner-Teachers, the successful candidate will help bring geoscience education to classrooms and communities across BC.

This position requires a dynamic, flexible, and adaptive individual who thrives in hands-on work and is comfortable applying a variety of skill sets on a day-to-day basis within a small, busy educational organisation. This is a hybrid role, with 4 days in our Vancouver office, and includes occasional travel to other parts of the province to support programming.

What You Will Be Doing

  • Coordinate the planning and delivery of MineralsEd's in-class programs, including our flagship Junior Geologist program.
  • Serve as a key point of contact for schools, partner-teachers, community partners, and volunteers -building and maintaining the relationships that support programming across the province.
  • Update and develop program materials, activity books, and interactive group learning activities that bring Earth Science concepts to life for K–12 audiences.
  • Lead the creation and distribution of our monthly newsletter and other email correspondence to maintain an informed and engaged teacher and volunteer network.
  • Maintain our internal database and the inventory of all program materials, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records.
  • Manage MineralsEd's social media presence, including establishing a content schedule and coordinating the layout, design, and production of promotional materials such as print publications, website updates, and social media content.
  • Contribute to the development, planning, and delivery of MineralsEd's outreach and conference presence, including AME Roundup, BC Mining Month Community Fair, the M.I.N.E/CIM conference, and other industry and public events.
  • Process orders for MineralsEd’s educational materials, including packaging, invoicing, and shipping.
  • Perform other duties assigned by management.
     

What You Bring to the Table

The successful applicant will possess the following:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Earth Science/Geology, Geography, Environmental Science, Mining, Education, or equivalent education and experience.
  • 1+ years of experience in the geoscience, mining, or environmental industry is considered a strong asset.
  • 0 – 2+ years of relevant experience in program or event delivery, outreach education, or a similar position in a fast-paced, community-based, or administrative environment.
  • Advanced written, verbal, and interpersonal communication and presentation skills in both formal and informal settings, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with schools, partner- organisations, and communities of interest; French is an asset. 
  • Knowledge of the K-12 education system, including supporting students through education pathways, is an asset.
  • Strong organisational and administrative skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain accurate records, and meeting reporting deadlines with a high level of attention to detail.
  • Intrinsically motivated, passionate, and self-directed.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and database software, with experience in:
    • Desktop publishing software (e.g. InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
    • Email marketing platforms (e.g. Mailchimp or similar)
    • Event registration platforms (e.g. Eventbrite or similar)
    • Social Media platforms
  • A valid BC Class 5 driver’s license, confident and competent driving skills in the city and suburbs.
  • Ability to occasionally work extended hours, including weekends, and to travel in BC outside of the Lower Mainland.

What’s In It for You

This role offers a competitive compensation and benefits program, including a salary within our hiring range of $24.00 - $29.00 per hour. Placement within the hiring range will be based on candidate experience relative to the requirements of the role. A comprehensive benefits package is available following the successful completion of a three-month probationary period.
 

To Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter by email to: courneyea@mineralsed.ca, Jason Courneyea, Executive Director.
 

Who We Are

MineralsEd is a non-partisan, federally incorporated charitable organization delivering hands-on, curriculum-connected Earth Science and mineral resources education to K–12 students and teachers across British Columbia. Established in 1991 as a teacher-industry partnership program, we support teachers in developing classroom materials and deliver workshops, field trips, and other geoscience learning opportunities province-wide. To learn more about our work, please visit MineralsEd.ca or find us on all social media platforms @mineralsed.

 

Job Category: Program Management | Employment Type: Contract Full Time | Location: Vancouver | Workplace Type: Hybrid