Community Safety Program Coordinator

Job Purpose

Provides leadership in developing and delivering community safety and prevention initiatives within Cold Lake First Nations, with direct responsibility for implementing the Strong Paths, Safe Futures - Guns & Gangs (GnG) initiative for youth ages 12-24.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day implementation, tracking, and reporting of the Strong Paths, Safe Futures initiative in accordance with funding requirements.
• Plan and maintain consistent outreach, mentorship, and prevention activities for at-risk and justice-involved youth.
• Supervise, schedule, and support Youth Outreach & Mentorship Worker(s) and assigned program staff.
• Build trusting relationships with youth, families, and Elders, incorporating Dene teachings, language, and land-based activities.
• Coordinate case supports and referrals with internal CLFN services and maintain collaborative partnerships with external agencies (e.g., RCMP, Community Corrections, schools).
• Contribute to the broader Community Safety Department's development while ensuring GnG-funded activities, time, and expenditures are documented separately for accountability.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Post-secondary education in social work, criminology, Indigenous studies, or a related field (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in youth services, justice, or Indigenous community programming with demonstrated leadership responsibilities.
• Experience working with youth and families affected by trauma, substance use, or justice involvement, alongside an understanding of trauma-informed and restorative approaches.
• Knowledge of Cold Lake First Nations, Dene culture, and local community relationships.
• Strong relationship-building, organization, problem-solving, and facilitation skills.
• Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver's Licence and the ability to travel.

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements

• Primarily community-based work, including office duties, outreach, partner meetings, and land-based activities.
• Must be able to work in complex, occasionally high-stress situations while maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Office environment. Monday to Thursday 8:30am – 4:30pm, Friday 8:30am – 2:00pm.
• Working hours can vary and may require a flexible schedule depending on type of assignment or work plan task.
• Evening and weekend work may be required to attend meetings, events, and community engagement sessions to provide programming when youth and families are most available.