The Manager of Education will help to provide the vision and support the growth of FortWhyte Alives Education programs. Overseeing the Education team, this person will be responsible for day-to-day department operations and mentorship while working collaboratively with the Director of Education and Youth Programs to establish and meet strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides overall leadership to all direct reports including mentoring, onboarding, and coaching for performance
• Collaborate on the hiring of new education team staff
• Work with the Director of Education and Youth Programs and Human Resources Manager with regards to employment relations
• Guide and oversee the seasonal training for staff and school program volunteers
• Collaborate with the Director of Education and Youth Programs to develop the yearly Education department budget. Monitor revenues and expenses of the program throughout the year
• Assist in implementing grant projects including initiating and completing grant activities, preparing written reports/applications and meeting with the Director of Education and Youth Programs to report on project status
• Seek new streams of revenue generating activities. Scaling current programming, developing community partnerships and researching grant opportunities
• Organize weekly education team meetings and manage staff assignments for program delivery
• Support effective and efficient program development and delivery for the education team by mentoring of team members and guiding them in managing individual work projects as needed
• Deliver educational workshops, presentations, and programs on behalf of FortWhyte Alive
• Liaise with the Bookings Administrator and Manager of Volunteer Resources on the feasibility of program delivery as needed
• Collect program surveys and manage feedback on program delivery and teacher/volunteer evaluations to continue to improve programs. Consult with the Director of Education and Youth Programs regarding visitor feedback
• Collaborate with the education community and community partners to ensure that FortWhyte Alives programs continue to meet the needs of community stakeholders
• Liaise with the Communications Team on Education department needs including the Teachers Club newsletter, school brochure, and updates to the education website
• Coordinate site lock-up schedule

Qualifications:

• University/college degree in Biological/Natural Sciences, Education, History/Geography, Recreation or Natural Resources Management or relevant experience
• Knowledge of Manitoba flora and fauna, Manitoba ecosystems and emerging environmental issues
• Ability to guide, monitor and lead a dynamic team

• Proven initiative and problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a dynamic and flexible environment
• Strong organizational and communication skills, when dealing with coworkers and the public
• Exceptional ability to work cooperatively with other team members and to lead groups of youth
• Ability to develop and facilitate programming a variety of ages and abilities
• Satisfactory background checks of the child abuse registry and criminal records is required
• Knowledge of Indigenous culture and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission
• Certification in First Aid, CPR an asset

Deadline to Apply: January 31, 2025

FortWhyte Alive is devoted to developing a work environment and recruitment processes that are inclusive and barrier-free. Please let us know if you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.

FortWhyte Alive is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous people, People of Colour, 2SLGBTQ+ people and people with disabilities.