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Special Projects Coordinator, Drinking Water & Watershed Protection

Nanaimo, British Columbia
Mid Level
Temporary

Top Benefits

Vacation and statutory holidays
Benefits package per collective agreement
12.4% in lieu of benefits

About the role

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Regional District of Nanaimo is seeking a temporary full-time Special Projects Coordinator with the Drinking Water and Watershed Protection (DWWP) Program in the Water Services department.

The Special Projects Coordinator contributes to the effective operation of DWWP and Water Services by assisting with implementation of the DWWP Action Plan (2020-2030) through program areas in outreach and education, stewardship, and water monitoring. This position supports the Department by assisting team members in their duties, as required, to meet service expectations, departmental goals, and objectives

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications include a degree in environmental studies, geography, environmental planning, public administration or a related field plus one (1) to three (3) years prior job-related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Prior experience in local government is considered an asset.

POSITION DETAILS

This is a temporary full-time (35 hours per week) Union posit i on for twelve mont h s, with the possibility of ending early or extension based on the operational needs of the department. The (2026) rate of pay is $42.09 to $44.30, plus 12.4% in lieu of benefits including vacation and statutory holidays, or the uninterrupted continuation of their benefits package as provided for in the Collective Agreement between the Regional District of Nanaimo and the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 401.

To apply for this position, send your cover letter and resume to rdncareers@rdn.bc.ca. Please quote 2026-1023 in the subject line of your email to ensure proper processing.

Applications will be accepted until 4 p.m. on March 23, 2026.

To view the full job description, visit: https://rdn.bc.ca/employment

About Regional District of Nanaimo

Government Administration
201-500

Regional Government for the central east coast of Vancouver Island. Includes 7 Electoral Areas and the City of Nanaimo, District Municipality of Lantzville, City of Parksville and the Town of Qualicum Beach. We provide regional services such as Transit, Recreation and Parks, Liquid and Solid Waste management, Water supply, Drinking Water and Watershed Protection and Planning.

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