Jobs at Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) (Now Hiring) — 5 open

Position Details:

Current Rate of Pay: Min = $38.54/hr, Max = $44.66/hr

Employment type: Temporary Contract

Duration of employment: 12 months

Hours of work: 35 hrs/week

Work location: Head Office

Division: Education and Training

Business unit: Partners in Project Green

Travel: 10%

Existing Vacancy: Yes

 

About TRCA:

With more than 60 years of experience, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is one of 36 Conservation Authorities in Ontario, created to safeguard and enhance the health and well-being of watershed communities through the protection and restoration of the natural environment and the ecological services the environment provides.

 

TRCA is considered the provincial leader in conserving, restoring, and managing natural resources to advance safe and sustainable development. Also, TRCA was recently recognized as a Greater Toronto’s Top Employer for 2026 and a Canada’s Greenest Employer for 2026.

 

To apply to this posting, click on the “Apply” icon. Please submit your resume and cover letter in one file (PDF or Word) and upload using only the ‘Resume’ feature within the application prior to 11:59 pm on July 17, 2026.

 

How you will contribute as part of the TRCA team:

The Coordinator, Community Outreach & Education is responsible for supporting the development, and coordination of assigned education, training and/or community-based programs, including liaising with internal and external stakeholders to effectively advance TRCA’s strategic goals.

 

Reporting to the Program Manager, Membership and Business Engagement, the Coordinator, conducts activities to support Partners in Project Green’s communications, engagement and membership objectives. This includes designing and executing events, including event marketing; coordinating and leading engagement programs; and helping to enhance membership value and recognition. Other duties include identifying and securing events or program sponsorship and creating content for and updating the Partners in Project Green website.

 

Partners in Project Green is a community of leaders advancing environmental action and economic prosperity across the GTA. Comprised of businesses, government, institutions and utilities, PPG works to collectively advance social and environmental sustainability through knowledge sharing, technology and infrastructure implementation, and network building.

 

 

Major Responsibilities:

• Organizes the logistics, communications, and plans for the execution of projects and events
• Designs, develops and delivers a variety of innovative events and programs to engage diverse audiences in sustainability initiatives, community capacity building and connections 
• Monitors, reports and tracks metrics related to event and program deliverables, while undertaking research into industry best practices
• Meets with internal and external stakeholders as required to support the execution of education and training and events
• Designs and deliver tailored marketing and promotion including letters, flyers, signage, newsletters, website, and social media content
• Supports financial tracking and reporting as well as sustainability of metrics

 

What will you need to succeed:

Education (degree/diploma/certifications/licenses)

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in Environmental Studies, Business, Event Management, Communications, or a related field

 

 

Experience

• 2+ years of experience providing program coordinator or administration; Relationship / account management; sales / business development; event or membership management; marketing and/or communications

 

 

Knowledge/Skill/Ability - Competencies

• Able to comprehend written documentation and procedural guidelines; skilled in writing clear correspondence (concise, logical, grammatically correct)   
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to communicate project status for various audiences
• Ability to engage with partners and the public and communicate effectively with tact and courtesy
• Able to self-manage workload and prioritize tasks as an ongoing challenge in a frequently fluctuating workload and multiple deadlines  
• Demonstrates responsiveness to internal and external customer requests and needs
• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify problems in a timely manner, seeking the appropriate level of support to solve issues
• Familiar with Zoom and other online event platforms; familiar with e-mail marketing platforms (e.g. MailChimp); familiar with website platforms (e.g. WordPress); account or membership management; generalized sustainability knowledge, ideally related to the ICI sector; sales; business writing; marketing; grant writing

 

What TRCA has to offer you:

As part of a progressive team you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact to preserving and protecting nature, while maintaining a balance between the natural environment and built environment. Working with experts within our field, you will join a team of colleagues that are committed to TRCA’s core values by demonstrating the following behaviours; integrity, collaboration, accountability, respect, and excellence (icare). 

 

You will be part of a diverse and inclusive organization that:

• Makes a positive difference in the communities we serve.
• Fosters high performance and collaborative teams.
• Provides continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits program (including Defined Benefit Pension Plan – OMERS/OTPP).
• Pregnancy & Parental Leave Top-Up Program.
• Provides unique TRCA Perks.
• Provides flexible work arrangements in accordance with organizational policy and operational requirements, with regular office presence required; however, such arrangements are not guaranteed and are subject to approval.
• Offers potential for career growth and advancement.

 

While the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) thanks all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for interviews. Please be advised that successful incumbent(s) may be required to undergo a vulnerable sector screening and/or driver’s abstract check as a part of the final step in the hiring process.

 

TRCA is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and TRCA Policies, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation needs known to the TRCA. We welcome applications from all qualified persons.

 

Personal information you provide through the TRCA recruitment, selection, and onboarding process is collected under the authority of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. C.27. Collection of this personal information is necessary for the proper administration of this recruitment process for employment and volunteer positions with TRCA. Personal information is protected from disclosure pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.  Any questions regarding this collection activity should be directed to the Manager of Records and Information, 5 Shoreham Drive, Toronto, ON, M3N 1S4, (437) 880 2308.