The Trans Canada Trail / Sentier Transcanadien (TCT/STC) when complete, will be the world’s longest and grandest recreational trail. It is currently used by millions of Canadians and international visitors to experience our country’s legendary wilderness, cycle historic rail trails, explore provincial and territorial capitals, canoe the routes of early explorers, visit national and provincial parks and historic sites, commute to and from work, and enjoy the benefits of safe, healthy active living. By Canada’s 150th anniversary of Confederation in 2017, the Trail will be fully connected, stretching over 24,000 kilometres from coast to coast to coast, linking millions of Canadians and celebrating our natural and cultural heritage. Today 75% of the Trail is developed.
TRAIL PROJECT COORDINATOR, WESTERN CANADA
One-year contract (with the possibility of renewal)
The Trans Canada Trail is seeking an experienced Trail Project Coordinator for twelve (12) months to assist in the completion of the Trans Canada Trail in Canada’s Western Provinces.
Reporting directly to the Trail Development Manager, Western and Northern Canada, you will assist in the coordination and development of the TCT in Western Canada in order to achieve Trail connection by December 2016. Candidates must be located in Alberta or willing to relocate at their own expense. The successful candidate will work from a home office, and report directly to the Trail Development Manager, Western and Northern Canada.
As an outgoing and energetic self-starter, you have experience building community capacity and initiating relationships with a variety of groups and individuals. You have critical analytical, project planning, and management skills and can demonstrate hands-on experience in those areas. You are a strong negotiator, confident team player and a highly effective organizer
SUMMARY OF PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide support to advance Trail connection;
Work with TCT’s Roadway Implementation Manager to implement the Roadway Strategy and gain support from community and various levels of government;
Monitor the progress of trail projects and inform the Trail Development Manager of issues;
Provide assistance to the Trail Development Manager and Provincial Trail Partners in reviewing, validating and submitting Funding Applications to TCT;
On behalf of TCT and Provincial Partners, periodically inspect trail projects, provide assistance in the completion of TCT funding requests and identify potential sources of funding;
Attend Trail events and stakeholder meeting, and conduct Trail visits as required;
Work with the TCT’s Signage Officer and governments to implement the TCT signage program;
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
As an outgoing and energetic self-starter, you have experience building community capacity and initiating relationships with a variety of groups and individuals. You have critical analytical, project planning and management skills and can demonstrate hands-on experience in those areas. You are a strong negotiator, a confident and team player and a highly effective organizer.
All applicants are thanked for their interest in the Trans Canada Trail/Sentier Transcanadien. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Trans Canada Trail/Sentier Transcanadien
321, rue de la Commune Ouest, suite 300
Montréal, Québec H2Y 2E1
Email: info@tctrail.ca
Attn: Western Trail Coordinator
http://www.tctrail.ca