St. Clair River Remedial Action Plan (RAP) Coordinator

Overview

St. Clair Region Conservation Authority – Job Posting

Position Title: St. Clair River Remedial Action Plan (RAP) Coordinator
Job Type: Contract (ending March 31, 2026, with possibility of extension)
Department: Communications
Immediate Supervisor: Manager of Communications
Competition Number: CE600
Salary: $37.83 to $44.54 per hour
Hours: 35 hours per week, with some evenings and weekends

Position Summary:

The St. Clair Region Conservation Authority (SCRCA) is seeking applications for a Remedial Action Plan (RAP) Coordinator for the St. Clair River Area of Concern (AOC) program. The RAP Coordinator will work with federal, provincial, and local restoration and Indigenous communities to restore the aquatic ecosystem of the St. Clair River. Key responsibilities for the RAP Coordinator include research compilation, analyzing information, creating reports and public-friendly documents, and delivering presentations. In addition, the RAP Coordinator will provide secretarial support and coordination to the Canadian RAP Implementation Committee (CRIC), the Binational Public Advisory Council (BPAC) and other associated subcommittees. Public and First Nation outreach is an important component of this position.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for providing research and analytical support and expertise related to the status of Beneficial Use Impairments (BUls) within the St. Clair River Area of Concern, by collating and analyzing data and reports from responsible agencies.
• Responsible for the creation of draft reports, managing the review process and maintaining the RAP work plan by tracking the completion of activities.
• Provide coordination and secretarial support to the CRIC, BPAC and related subcommittees for the St. Clair River AOC through planning meeting logistics and preparing agendas, minutes, and other products as required.
• Manage and report on RAP finances.
• Serve as RAP liaison with local communities, municipalities, media, and First Nations by attending special events, organizing consultation sessions, delivering presentations, and creating public friendly outreach materials.
• Responsible for work safety following legislated and employer Safe Work Procedures/Practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Credentials and Experience:

• University degree in a physical, natural, or applied science program (Master’s degree is an asset).
• Experience in planning, organizing, and administering a multi-agency/stakeholder team or committee.
• Excellent report writing skills and verbal communication skills, both technical and public friendly.
• Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to work with a range of stakeholder groups, independently and as a member of a team.
• Knowledge of the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement and an understanding of the Areas of Concern Annex.
• Familiarity and/or experience working with Indigenous communities.
• Proficient with computers, MS Office software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher), internet, electronic mail, and WordPress.
• Proficiency with geographic information systems (GIS), graphic design, virtual meeting platforms, and video software is an asset.
• Must have a valid Ontario Driver’s License.
• Must have a valid passport.

Work Environment/Conditions:

• Most work takes place in an office; however, attendance at some off-site meetings will be required, including travel to the United States.
• Frequent multitasking to meet deadlines for multiple committees and partners.
• Occasional work outside of regular office hours (evenings and weekends).

Location:

• Position is based at the St. Clair Region Conservation Authority administration office at 205 Mill Pond Cres., Strathroy, Ontario.

Wage and Benefits:

• Salary: $37.83 to $44.54 per hour
• Hours: 35 hours per week
• Benefits:
  • OMERS Pension Plan
  • Scheduled day off program
  • Enrollment into Group Benefits Plan (after six months of employment)

Start Date: April 2025
Closing date for applications: March 21, 2025

Additional information about the SCRCA is available on the website at www.scrca.on.ca.

Please submit your cover letter and resume by March 21, 2025, outlining how your experience meets the necessary qualifications to:

1. jobs@scrca.on.ca indicating Competition Number CE600 and position title in the subject line of your email, or
2. mail to: St. Clair Region Conservation Authority, 205 Mill Pond Crescent, Strathroy, ON, N7G 3P9
3. or fax to 519-245-3348

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

The St. Clair Region Conservation Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer