Position Type: Temporary Project Position
Term: September 2026 to June 2027 (approximately 9 months)
Hours: 28-35 hours per week, to be discussed with candidate
Location: Kootenay Region (remote work possible, travel required. Preference given to candidates outside Creston area to support broad regional coverage)
Wage: $30-$36 + benefits
Position Purpose
The Workforce Research Coordinator (WRC) will play a lead role in a regional workforce development initiative focused on identifying skills shortages and workforce challenges faced by employers across the Kootenay region.
Working with a high degree of autonomy, the WRC will coordinate employer engagement activities, conduct workforce research, gather labour market intelligence, and analyze findings to support project recommendations. This role requires a combination of relationship-building, facilitation, project coordination, and research skills to ensure employer perspectives are meaningfully reflected in project outcomes.
The information gathered through this project will help inform the development of employer-informed training and micro-credentials by the College of the Rockies.
About You
You:
- Enjoy working independently and taking ownership of projects and outcomes.
- Have strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Are confident planning and facilitating meetings, interviews, and focus groups.
- Can identify themes and trends from information gathered through engagement.
- Communicate effectively with employers, community partners, and project stakeholders.
- Are organized, adaptable, and able to manage competing priorities.
- Are interested in supporting workforce and economic development in the Kootenay region.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct employer outreach, surveys, interviews, focus groups, and consultations.
- Coordinate virtual and in-person engagement activities throughout the region.
- Collect, organize, and summarize workforce and labour market information.
- Support project reporting and recommendations.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation.
- Represent KES professionally with employers and community partners.
Qualifications and Experience
- Experience independently planning and facilitating meetings, interviews, focus groups, consultations, or stakeholder engagement activities.
- Demonstrated research experience, including collecting, analyzing, and synthesizing information from multiple sources.
- Strong written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear and professional reports, summaries, and presentations.
- Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy and manage competing priorities.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- Knowledge of workforce development, labour market issues, or economic development is considered an asset.
- Strong knowledge of the Kootenay business community and experience working directly with employers to understand workforce needs, recruitment challenges, and skills gaps is considered a significant asset.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other digital collaboration tools.
- Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, appropriate insurance, and ability to travel throughout the Kootenay region.
About Us:
At Kootenay Employment Services, we are dedicated to helping individuals, employers, and communities thrive. Our team is committed to delivering quality employment and workforce development services throughout the Kootenay region. KES has strong values that we strive to action in our everyday work, including wellness, DEI, integrity, personal and professional growth, innovation, and exceptional service. We are also big believers that work should be an enjoyable and welcoming place to be, and we like to have fun!
Perks:
- Competitive salary
- Fully paid employer health, dental, and vision benefits
- Group RRSP option with employer contribution
- Your birthday off (paid) every year
- Paid wellness time every week
- Excellent staff culture with a collaborative and supportive team
- Opportunity to contribute to a project with regional impact
- Opportunity to build relationships across the Kootenay region
Applications:
Please do not apply through indeed. Visit our website and apply here: https://kes.applytojobs.ca/community+development/50503
Applications submitted through Indeed will not be reviewed.
Please apply by submitting your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and your availability by Sept 12. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. If you require any support or accommodation during the application process, please contact KES.
Pay: $30.00-$36.00 per hour
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cranbrook, BC
