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About the Calgary Stampede!

The Calgary Stampede is a not-for-profit community organization that preserves and promotes our western heritage, cultures, and community spirit with a vision to create a world-class, year-round gathering place for the community. Exemplifying the theme, We’re Greatest Together, the Stampede is one of the most respected volunteer-based organizations in the world governed by a Board of Directors with over 2,500 passionate volunteers and 1,200 year-round employees. 

As an organization that exists for the benefit of the community, inclusion and equity are woven into our core values of western hospitality, pride of place, integrity, and commitment to the community. The world-class, year-round gathering place we have built for the community also welcomes visitors from around the world and those who are new to the local community. We know that blending diverse cultures with our long-standing traditions makes community spirit thrive.

About the Calgary Stampede Foundation!

The Calgary Stampede Foundation supports youth of Alberta by providing dynamic programming and inspiring spaces to enhance their leadership skills, personal growth, creativity, and education. Our vibrant and welcoming campus connects arts, heritage, and education. Working with community leaders and philanthropists to ensure our western legacy is preserved for future generations. As an organization that exists for the benefit of the community, inclusion and equity are woven into our core values of western hospitality, pride of place, integrity and commitment to the community.

Position Summary

The Calgary Stampede is committed to hiring the best educational talent. The role provides professional development and leadership opportunities, a variety of unique projects, program design experience, connections to the education and broader community, and the opportunity to impact students and teachers across the city. The Education Coordinator will help to continually improve the Calgary Stampede Foundation programs, developing strong youth for a stronger community.

Reporting to the Manager, Youth Education Programs, the Education Coordinator is a member of the Calgary Stampede Youth Achievement Team.  The Education Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of the OH Ranch Education Program, education events and experiences and office administration.  The position will also provide ongoing support for all educational programs, including Youth Poster Competition, Stampede School, Sam Centre Education and Journey 2050.

Please note: The closing date for this position is August 25, 2026. 

Responsibilities

Responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

Coordination and Operations

• Coordinate day-to-day operations of the OH Ranch Education Program, including class and facilitator scheduling.
• Develop and coordinate education events and experiences in collaboration with the Education Team.
• Support the operational execution of Calgary Stampede Education Programs, including use of Stampede’s business operating system.
• Lead database management, program material development and acquisition, reporting, participant communications, and stakeholder communications with support from the Education Team.
• Nurture positive relationships with teachers, principals, students, volunteers, sponsors, donors, partners, vendors, and other key community stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by sharing feedback with fellow coordinators and strengthening Stampede education programs as community leaders.
• Support budget planning, accountability, and maximization.

Recruiting and Promotions

• Support the development and implementation of recruitment and promotion strategies that advance the Calgary Stampede Foundation’s strategic objectives.
• Raise awareness of Stampede education programs through community engagement, educational conferences, seminars, and related outreach opportunities.

Program Delivery and Facilitation

• Deliver interdisciplinary educational programming.
• Create an engaging and interactive learning environment, fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and meaningful connections, preparing youth as spirited citizens.
• Developing and improving the methods and presentation styles to make content come to life and guide participant’s exploration.
• Engage all participants including; students, teachers, and parent volunteers.
• Ensure safety and well-being of students, teachers, parent volunteers and presenters.

Qualifications 

The ideal candidate will be proactive, optimistic and have worked in a dynamic environment where they have experience delivering on multiple priorities and will hold the following qualifications:  

•  Bachelor’s degree in a related or post-secondary certification in a related field (Education, Business Administration, Marketing or Communications).
• Thorough understanding of administrative processes and procedures.
• Effective communication skills both written and oral.
• Proven experience coordinating key stakeholder groups for the purpose of educational design, development, and implementation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Publisher, Outlook and Google Suite and technical troubleshooting skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable access to a vehicle
• Knowledge of an interdisciplinary approach to teaching and learning is an asset.

Attributes              

•  Detail-orientated and ability to set priorities, balance demands with multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
•  Motivated, self-starter with a strong ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively within a team environment with educators, volunteers and staff.
• Passion for sharing the Calgary Stampede Values and programs with the Calgary community.
• Creative and entrepreneurial, energized to create or catch a vision and bring it to life.
•  Values working with partners to advance opportunities for students and community.
•  Collaborative and communicative, integrates ideas and builds consensus to find solutions.
•  Tenacity, enthusiasm, drive for results, and continuous improvement.
• Enjoys a variety of projects and can prioritize in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
• Has a learner-centered, community-focused, progressive approach to education.
•  Curious and loves sharing that curiosity with young people.

 Working Conditions

• Office, classroom, and field school environment including the broader Stampede Park and the OH Ranch (west of Longview).
• Evening and weekend work is required, occasionally.
• Repetitive arm, hand and finger movements, occasional lifting up to 20 lbs, squatting, bending and reaching, stair climbing, sitting for long periods of time, exposure to dust, fumes and animal dander.

Benefits

The Calgary Stampede offers a unique and exciting work environment.

To Apply

To apply, please submit your resume.

All applicants are thanked in advance and advised that only those selected for interviews will be contacted.