Manager, Youth Engagement

Manager, Youth Engagement

Permanent Full-Time, $53,700-$68,000, benefits, pension, bonus

If you grew up in Northern Ontario there’s a good chance you’ve attended a Science North science camp – and you remember it to this day! Science North is an icon of science education and engagement across Northern Ontario – we make science and learning FUN! Our Youth Engagement team creates memories and experiences for thousands of children each year. We are looking for an enthusiastic and strategic leader to join our dynamic team and make a real difference in the lives of the youth that we serve.

As the Manager – Youth Engagement at Science North, you will play a key role in all youth engagement initiatives (camps, after school program, clubs), ensuring excellence in the participant and parent experience. This pivotal role will position Science North as a leader in informal youth engagement across Northern Ontario, with this role having a strong focus on growth in programs and partnerships in Sudbury. This role will involve both the strategic development and day-to-day management of programs that foster leadership, teamwork and STEM learning for youth participants. The Manager will work closely with the Senior Manager to meet organizational goals and positively impact participants. This position will be positioned in Sudbury and, as such, is not suitable for remote work.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Program Management: Lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of youth engagement programs, ensuring they are aligned with organizational goals and deliver measurable outcomes.
• Team Leadership & Collaboration: Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, encouraging professional growth and effective teamwork.
• Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, including staff, volunteers, parents, and community partners. Communicate program goals, progress, and outcomes clearly and effectively.
• Strategic Planning & Development: Work closely with the Senior Manager to develop and execute strategic initiatives to enhance the impact and reach of the youth engagement programs, specifically growth in reach in Sudbury. Ensure programs are innovative, relevant, and responsive to the needs of youth.
• Budget & Resource Management: Assist in the creation and management of program budgets. Ensure that resources are used efficiently, and programs remain financially sustainable.
• Training & Development: Oversee the recruitment, training, and development of camp staff and volunteers. Ensure staff are equipped with the skills and knowledge to deliver high-quality programming.
• Safety & Risk Management: Ensure that all camps and related activities meet safety standards, policies, and regulations. Develop risk management strategies to ensure the well-being of participants and staff.
• Continuous Improvement: Collect feedback, assess program effectiveness, and make recommendations for improvements to enhance participant experience and program outcomes.

What You Bring: 

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Science, Education, Recreation, Youth Development).
• 3+ years of experience in program management, with a focus on youth programs, camps, or similar initiatives.
• Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Valid G driver’s license reflecting a 3-year clean driving abstract - non-negotiable
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and implement programs that align with organizational goals.
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills, with experience working in cross-functional teams.
• Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Knowledge of risk management, safety protocols, and best practices in camp settings.
• A strong work ethic and a passion for working with youth and making a positive impact on their lives.

This position is based out of 100 Ramsey Lake Road, Sudbury and is not suitable for remote work.

Compensation Highlights:

• Full-time permanent opportunity
• Competitive salary starting at $53,700 to $68,000 per year
• Annual performance and merit increase consideration
• Participation in the Science North Employee Incentive Plan
• Flexible work arrangements
• Comprehensive group benefit package including medical, dental, vision, paramedical, life/travel insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, 24/7 telemedicine access, wellness spending account/ onsite physio/chiro services
• Pension plan following one year
• Science North annual family membership
• Onsite gym
• Free or discounted admission to other attractions outside Sudbury, Science North facilities and program discounts, fitness membership contribution, on-site parking, on-site gym
• Professional development opportunities
• Minimum 4 weeks vacation with incremental entitlements of one week after 5 and 10 yrs of service
• Free onsite parking

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Science North, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Apply online at http://sciencenorth.ca/careers. An early application represents your best opportunity for consideration. Science North is committed to an inclusive workplace and invites applications from all qualified individuals to join our diverse team. Accommodations are available upon request in all aspects of Science North’s selection process. We thank all interested candidates; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Science North is grateful to work with First Nations across Northern Ontario and we give thanks to the Indigenous Peoples who have cared for this land since time immemorial. We pay respect to their traditions, ways of knowing, and acknowledge their many contributions to innovations in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, past and present. We also recognize the Métis Nation of Ontario for their historic and ongoing contributions. Science North commits to deepening engagement, relationships and partnerships in order to advance truth and reconciliation, honour and reflect Indigenous ways of knowing, grow economic opportunities, and collaborate with Indigenous peoples as partners in order to inspire all people to be engaged with science in the world around them.

Science North is a registered charity and is an agency of the Government of Ontario