Project Coordinator Trades Programs

Full-Time Term Non-Management Kamloops, BC, CA

6 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $60,000.00 To $64,000.00 Annually

Date Posted: October 13, 2026

Location: Downtown YMCA (400 Battle St, Kamloops, BC V2C 2L7)

Term: Temporary, Full-Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Shift: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm

Start Date: As soon as possible

End Date: October 31, 2027

Salary: $60, annually

Reports To: Manager, Employment Services

• Competitive vacation and paid sick time
• Free YMCA Gym Membership+ Y@Home
• Eligibility for Extended Medical and Dental Benefits
• Training and Professional Development Opportunities
• Extensive Employee assistance program
• Reduced childcare rates and priority placement for YMCA Staff
• Be part of a charitable organization that positively impacts the community

* Some benefits may vary based on employment terms

Nature & Scope

The Project Coordinator supports the successful delivery of YMCA BC employment and trades programming designed to connect participants with training, employment, work experience, and career opportunities in the skilled trades.

Working between frontline program delivery and program supervision, the Project Coordinator provides day-to-day coordination of program activities, supports participants and staff, develops employer and community partnerships, and ensures program requirements, timelines, and deliverables are met.

The position works closely with participants, employers, training providers, community partners, and YMCA BC staff to create pathways into sustainable employment and career development.

Major Responsibilities - in this position, you will :

Program Coordination

• Coordinate the day-to-day delivery of employment and trades programming.
• Support implementation of program plans, schedules, activities, and participant services.
• Track program timelines, milestones, participant outcomes, and deliverables.
• Maintain accurate participant and program records in accordance with YMCA BC policies and funder requirements.
• Assist with program reporting, data collection, and preparation of reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify program challenges and work with the Supervisor/Manager to develop solutions.
• Support program activities, workshops, orientations, information sessions, and employment events.

Participant Support

• Provide ongoing support and guidance to participants throughout their participation in the program.
• Work with participants to identify employment goals, barriers, and career pathways.
• Coordinate referrals to wraparound and community supports as required.
• Support participants with employment readiness, job search, resumes, interviews, and workplace expectations.
• Monitor participant progress and follow up on attendance, engagement, training, work experience, and employment outcomes.
• Support participants in transitioning from training into employment and/or further education or apprenticeship opportunities.

Employer & Industry Engagement

• Develop and maintain relationships with employers, contractors, trades organizations, training providers, and community partners.
• Identify work experience, job placement, mentorship, and employment opportunities for participants.
• Conduct employer outreach and support job development activities.
• Coordinate employer meetings, site visits, job fairs, information sessions, and recruitment opportunities.
• Maintain regular communication with employers to support successful participant placements.
• Gather employer feedback to strengthen program delivery and employment outcomes.

Team & Program Support

• Work collaboratively with Employment Counsellors, Employment Coaches, trainers, and other program staff.
• Provide coordination and day-to-day guidance to frontline staff as required.
• Support staff with program processes, documentation, scheduling, and participant referrals.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to program planning and continuous improvement.
• Escalate complex participant, employer, operational, or program issues to the Program Supervisor/Manager.

Community Partnerships

• Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, Indigenous organizations, schools, settlement agencies, industry partners, and other employment service providers.
• Represent YMCA BC at community and industry meetings, events, and networking opportunities.
• Promote YMCA BC employment and trades programming within the community.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen referral networks and program partnerships.

Qualification - you bring:

• Diploma or degree in employment services, social services, business…