Reporting to the Climate Engagement Specialist, the YCAC Program Assistant is responsible for supporting administration and volunteer coordination for the Youth Climate Activation Circle (YCAC) program. The Youth Climate Activation Circle (YCAC) is a volunteer program that empowers Dufferin youth to advance local climate solutions. Duties of the YCAC Program Assistant include assisting in the planning, coordination, and facilitation of volunteer meetings, developing program materials, and supporting the active participation of volunteers.

The YCAC Program Assistant role is a part-time contract position, averaging 5 hours a week, between August 2025 and June 2026. The YCAC Program Assistant can have a remote, flexible schedule, but must be available to attend in-person meetings or events on weekday evenings or weekends (2 times per month).

What we can offer YOU!

· A competitive hourly wage of $22.70 (January 1, 2025 Non-Union Pay Grid);

· Hybrid work arrangements

· Eligible to enroll in OMERS pension plan

· Access to Perkopolis; discount, reward and benefits program

· Access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program

· Unlimited access to live and interactive webinars offered by the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI)

· A supportive and collaborative work environment.

What you’ll do

· Participate in all ongoing mandatory training requirements

· Attend and contribute to the facilitation of volunteer-led events

· Create templates and activities to assist volunteers in project planning

· Attend regular YCAC meetings both in-person and virtually

· Assist in meeting set-up and facilitation

· Assist in the preparation of agendas and presentations for Youth Climate Activation Circle (YCAC) meetings

· Research and book meeting spaces and guest speakers

· Develop educational resources and collaborative activities to provide learning and skill building opportunities for YCAC volunteers

· Create an inclusive environment when engaging with volunteers

· Other duties as assigned

What you’ll bring

· Must be at least 16 years of age

· Various experience in planning events, delivering presentations, and leadership

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Strong planning and organizational skills

· Knowledge of climate change causes and solutions

· Experience delivering presentations and speaking in public

· Ability to work independently to prioritize work demands and respond effectively to work assignments in a remote environment

· Valid Class G driver’s license or access to reliable transportation to event venues not accessible via public transportation

· Suitable work from home environment including reliable high-speed internet

The County of Dufferin strives to provide exceptional customer service to all its residents and visitors. To effectively do so, all positions at the County of Dufferin require a commitment to upholding the County’s equity mandate through on-going and mandatory training and examining our day-to-day operations and impacts through an equity lens. Therefore, throughout the selection process, candidates will have demonstrated their ability to be anti-racist, equitable, inclusive, and respectful.

Ready to apply?

Interested applicants are invited to submit a resume and cover letter before the closing date and time to: hr@dufferincounty.ca

As an organization, we recognize the value of diverse perspectives and lived experiences, and the importance of creating an environment that embraces and supports these. We are committed to creating and fostering a workplace where all employees feel a sense of dignity and belonging. As such, we seek to attract, develop, and retain highly talented employees with a variety of identities and backgrounds, to better reflect the growing diversity of our region.

We actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:

· First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples.

· Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin.

· Persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities.

· Persons who identify as women; and

· Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

We value the contributions that each person brings and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in our workplace.

Your past does not define your future. A criminal record will not necessarily disqualify you from employment with us. We evaluate each application individually.

All applicants are thanked for their interest. Those chosen for next steps in the selection process will be advised by August 6, 2025. Information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of job selection and will not be used for any other reason. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: Up to $22.70 per hour

Expected hours: 5 per week

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee assistance program
• On-site parking
• Wellness program

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Orangeville, ON L9W 2X1

Application deadline: 2025-07-31