Community Outreach Coordinator, Lethbridge
Position Type: Twelve-month contract (Fixed Term)
Hours: 12:00 pm – 8 pm, 7.5 hours per week (Wednesdays) (30-minute lunch unpaid)
Location: Lethbridge Armoury Start Date: September 1, 2026
Training: Candidate must be available to start with three full days of paid training onsite in Calgary Sept 1, 2, 3
Work Arrangement: In-office with occasional additional hours and occasional evenings and weekends as needed.
The Calgary Military Family Resource Centre is a non-profit, charitable organization dedicated to the support and enrichment of Canadian Armed Forces members and their families.
Key Responsibilities:
Community Engagement
- Represent Calgary MFRC during Wednesday parade nights
- Create a welcoming and approachable presence for CAF members and families
- Share information about MFRC programs, services, and supports
Weekly Hospitality Setup
- Pick up a pre-arranged food order from a local vendor (no payment required)
- Transport and set up refreshments at the armoury
- Maintain a clean and welcoming space
Event Support (Occasional)
- Assist with events (e.g., family nights, appreciation events)
- Support setup and coordination
Communication
- Provide a brief weekly update to the Calgary MFRC team
- Share feedback, observations, and any emerging needs
What We Provide
- All food orders are pre-arranged and paid for by our Calgary team
- Materials and information for distribution
- Ongoing support and guidance
- A meaningful opportunity to support military and veteran families
Qualifications
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Reliable, organized, and able to work independently
- Experience in customer service, community engagement, or similar roles is an asset
- Familiar with Lethbridge community support services
- Connection to the military community is an asset, but not required
- Access to reliable transportation for local travel
- Police Security Clearance required for employment
Compensation
- $24/hour
- Hourly rate
- 7.5 hours per week, with occasional additional hours for events
- Occasional evening or weekends may be required
How to Apply
Please submit a brief resume and a short statement (2–3 sentences) outlining your interest in supporting military and veteran families to [email protected]
The Calgary MFRC:
Our Vision: Engaged and resilient Canadian military and veteran families.
Our Mission: Support and empower military and veteran families, through connection within our community.
Our Values
The Calgary MFRC is committed to the following ethical values to meet the mission:
- Service - Our military family community is at the heart of everything we do. We listen, adapt, and deliver. When we work hard, respond with urgency and act in service to others, we create a lasting and positive impact.
- Unity - Together, we are stronger. We believe that individual di erences strengthen our community, and we embrace the evolving definition of family. We approach our work with a collaborative mindset and nurture relationships based on equality and inclusion.
- Impact - We care deeply about the work we do and the people we serve. We are dedicated to building resilience and constantly seeking new ways to deepen our impact. We’re empowered to make decisions that are best for the long-term health of the military family community we serve.
- Integrity - We act truthfully, operate honourably, and do the right thing always. We support and share responsibility with the members of our team, showing empathy and respect along the way. We build trust through transparency, confidentiality, and open communication.
This posting will close when a suitable candidate has been hired. We thank all candidates for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Pay: $24.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- Tell us why you think you would be a good fit for this position.
- Tell us about your experience with community engagement and events.
Work Location: In person
