Crew Leader, Community Stewardship; Youth

Environmental Protection, Restoration, Stewardship

Position:
Crew Leader, Community Stewardship (Youth)

Organization:
Credit Valley Conservation

Location:

Mississauga, Caledon, Ontario

• Posting Closing Date:
  February 1, 2026
• Vacancy:
  Existing
• Hourly Rate: $26.23 per hour
• Hiring for: 2 Full Time Hourly Positions (35 hours/week)
• Anticipated Start and End Dates:
  March 16, 2026 To November 6, 2026

Credit Valley Conservation is one of Ontario’s 36 conservation authorities dedicated to protecting, restoring and enhancing our local natural environment. We care for the Credit River, its streams and tributaries from the headwaters in Orangeville to the shores of Lake Ontario in Mississauga. We are scientists, engineers, researchers, educators, environmentalists, stewards, planners, foresters, recreation experts and much more. We create connections between people and nature, knowledge and action.

We inspire appreciation for the role of nature in keeping people connected, healthy and happy. We’re leaders and explorers. We are professional and we’re inspired. We know our stuff, and we work every day to make a difference.

You want to be part of an organization with an environmental goal. You get up every day and go to work with purpose. You accept that you may not change the world, but you’ll try to make an impact in your corner. You like to partner with skilled people across many professions. It’s as natural for you to think about the outdoors as it is to think out of the box.

You’re passionate, responsible and approachable. You do what’s right, not just what’s easy. You care, and it shows.

We offer competitive public sector pay. We have a good employee benefits program. We’re members of the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) pension fund. We have flexible work hours for many positions. We find time to have fun and celebrate successes. You’ll have free access to our parks and discounts on recreational equipment rentals. You’ll know your co‑workers by name and will make fast friends.

You’ll like being at work.

Reporting to the Senior Coordinator, Education, this position supports and provides leadership by delivering CVC’s Community Stewardship programs, including Branch Out, Conservation Youth Corps, and other community initiatives. Crew Leaders engage youth in environmental education, conservation, and restoration activities through hands‑on community events such as tree planting, invasive species removal, litter cleanups, and similar initiatives. Through this work, they support CVC and municipal partner strategies that advance local climate action in response to declared climate emergencies, while motivating and mentoring youth to care for and restore natural spaces.

This role plays an important part in building environmental literacy, leadership skills, and a strong connection between people, the land, and human well‑being.

Crew Leaders prepare for and deliver programs that engage diverse audiences across the Credit River watershed. Responsibilities include loading and unloading equipment and trailers, driving large vans and trucks with trailers, preparing sites and event materials, organizing planting supplies, and guiding and mentoring participants with a positive, encouraging attitude
.

In addition to event delivery, Crew Leaders support administrative and asset management tasks such as data entry and analysis, communications and social media support, and maintaining equipment inventories. The role requires regular travel throughout the watershed to green spaces, parks, and schools.

Candidates should enjoy working outdoors with youth in physically demanding roles and variable weather conditions, have a strong interest in nature, and feel confident engaging with community groups. The ideal candidate brings a positive attitude
, is detail‑oriented, adaptable, and enthusiastic about encouraging participation. This position requires strong organizational and problem‑solving skills, as well as the ability to work independently and as part of a close‑knit team. Experience in the environmental field is considered an asset.

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