Job Postings
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Paid Positions
Join our team to advance local urban nature stewardship, restoration, learning and community impact!
As the ‘Community Coordinator’ at Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary you will be an essential part of our community engagement work. This position serves as the primary point person for organizing and overseeing events and communications, as well as helps to build and maintain relationships with Indigenous community partners, members, donors, visitors, and other stakeholders. Working within a matrix environment – that is, with collaborative leads for our differing initiatives, the Community Coordinator will ensure successful event delivery, through effective planning, balanced budgeting, and awareness about community. The Community Coordinator will also work with the Executive Director to raise our annual donor gift work and sponsorship campaigns. As with each member of our team, the Community Coordinator will further support the organization’s goals as outlined in our Strategic Plan, linked at the following URL.
Specifications:
• One position available in-person, on site in Victoria, BC with base hourly rate of $24.00/h.
• Part time 21 hours/week, one year contract, with the possibility of extension and increased hours/week and/or compensation dependent on successful fundraising abilities.
• Probationary review at three months.
• Work schedule to be determined with successful candidate. Working hours are typically held between Monday – Friday 8:30-4:00; with a half-hour unpaid lunch, and some flexibility required for special events.
• Our benefits include: 12 observed paid statutory holidays with optional unpaid time off during closure period in winter, 4% vacation pay, and, after successful completion of the probation period - paid personal time, 5 paid sick days, and a 10% cash benefits allowance (equals an additional $2.40/compensated hour) that may be used towards a self-funded health coverage plan or for other purposes at the employee’s discretion.
See full position description here [URL embedded].
To Apply:
Please send your resume and cover letter demonstrating your experience as it relates to the job requirements listed in the full position description to Dr. Cara Gibson – cgibson [at] swanlake.bc.ca. Use the position title as the subject line and attach a single PDF file that includes your one-page cover letter, your resume, and two references (email addresses and phone numbers). Please name the PDF file with your first and last name (e.g. JesseSingh.pdf).
Your cover letter should express why you are interested in this position and clearly outline how you are qualified.
Application deadline: Dec 23, 2025. Please apply as soon as possible for consideration.
Interviews anticipated to begin: Jan 5, 2026.
Position anticipated to begin: January 12, 2026
We are grateful to all applicants, however, due to the volume of applications that we receive and the size of our staff team, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
We are unable to provide feedback or career coaching but refer people to the following provincial resources and other local resources [URLs embedded].
Volunteer Board of Directors - Leadership Role
Join a dynamic and well-established Governance Board to help guide Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary Society in advancing its rich legacy of environmental stewardship and community impact.
The Society is a charitable, non−profit organization responsible for the care of the trails, infrastructure, lands and waters of the nearly 170 acres that is the Nature Sanctuary. Since 1975, Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary Society has served as a meaningful community hub for people of all ages to connect with nature and with one another through hands-on educational programs and ecological restoration opportunities. Board members use their diverse perspectives, knowledge and skills as they provide high-level guidance and oversight to the Society.
The Board is currently seeking an experienced strategic thinker to serve on the Board of Directors in a leadership role. They will help to provide strong governance, ensure that the Board is focused on long-term goals, participate in key initiatives and actively contribute to advocacy and external relations. All Board members are elected to a two-year term, with the option of renewal.
Qualifications:
- Proven leadership experience, preferably with a minimum of two years of experience as a Chair, Vice Chair or Committee Chair in the non-profit sector;
- Strong governance knowledge and experience with strategic planning and organizational oversight;
- Ability to work collaboratively, respectfully and effectively with others to navigate complex issues;
- Experience facilitating effective Board and/or committee meetings;
- Proven work experience leading with integrity, inclusivity, accountability and professionalism;
- Capacity to assume a leadership role (with mentorship) for the Society;
- Fluency in or a willingness to learn Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel) and M365/Teams.
Governance Board member responsibilities:
- Promote the Nature Sanctuary’s vision, mission, and values;
- Ensure compliance with legal, financial, ethical and contractual obligations;
- Support and evaluate the Executive Director’s work performance;
- Provide effective strategic planning, monitoring and general oversight;
- Commit to the Society’s Code of Ethics;
- Commit to a minimum of 8-12 hours monthly to board responsibilities (includes 6 Board meetings/year, committee work and AGM/special meeting attendance); a leadership role requires a higher level of commitment beyond Board meetings; and
- Support community and fundraising events by being present for 1-2h up to 3x per year (e.g. the annual Native Plant Sale, community open houses).
Training Provided:
New board members are provided with an orientation to their role and responsibilities as a Society volunteer and board director, as well as the mission and work of the organization. Incoming directors are provided with the Board Policy Manual and will have the opportunity to review and discuss it with a Governance Committee member.
To apply:
Note that all applicants must reside in the Capital Regional District (CRD) and complete a Criminal Record Check (free for volunteers).
For more information, please email: volunteer@swanlake.bc.ca. Please use "ATTN: Board of Directors Inquiry" in the subject field.
If you wish to apply for a position on the Board of Directors, please fill out the application form at the embedded URL. A completed application includes sending a resume to volunteer@swanlake.bc.ca.
Closing date for full consideration is December 29th, 2025.
We are grateful for your interest in helping to uplift the Nature Sanctuary’s future conservation, restoration, and community learning programs.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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