Community Programs Specialist

About Us

As Canada's largest automobile association, we are passionate about keeping our Members safe - whether they are on the road, at home, or travelling abroad. Meeting the diverse needs of our 2.5M+ Members requires high performing, forward thinking, and innovative people who work collaboratively to keep propelling our business forward.

Who we are

Are you ready to join an award-winning, purpose-driven culture? Welcome to the CAA Club Group of Companies (CCG), where purpose leads to passion!

• At CCG, we are committed to delivering an exceptional Associate experience. We offer:
• Work-life harmony with access to an award-winning holistic wellness program,
• Continuous learning through our robust corporate curriculum and education reimbursement program,
• Incredible rewards, travel incentives, and product and service discounts,
• Pay-for-performance and best-in-class recognition programs, and
• Competitive benefits that include a defined contribution plan, personal spending account, and so much more.

Join our growing team where everyone belongs!

Position Details

About the CAA School Safety Patrol program

For almost a century, CAA has advocated for school zone safety in communities.

The CAA School Safety Patrol program is just one way CAA prioritizes community investment and awareness around road safety.

The CAA School Safety Patrol program is a youth-focused road safety and leadership program.  It is open to kids (Patrollers) in grades 5 -8 who are trained to keep their peers safe at school crossings and while on school buses.  It is run in partnership with police services and bus consortiums who deliver the program to their local schools.

Every year, approximately 20,000 kids approximately 900 schools across 43 school boards take part in the program.  For more on the program visit www.caaschoolsafetypatrol.com

What You Will Do.

• Build, manage and maintain stakeholder relations in communities in which we operate and to increase SSP program visibility and participation.
• Collaborate with the SSP team, develop plans and execute program and community events, training sessions, workshops, projects and other   activities related to the CAA School Safety Patrol program.
• In consultation with the SSP team and Unit Manager, provide technical advice to stakeholders and program partners on CAA School Safety patrol program operations, community relations and traffic safety concerns.  
• Monitor and respond to inquiries generated by the SSP website, including requests for program supplies, incentives, funding and award nominations.
• In partnership with Unit Manager, develop operational plans that guide the focus and objectives of community relations programs. 
• Respond to all Member, stakeholder, and public inquiries about community relations activities in a meaningful and timely manner. 
• Liaise with CAA SCO's Government Relations team to become familiar with synergies that can impact program partnership opportunities.

Who You Are

• Post-secondary Degree or Diploma
• 3-5 years’ experience in the execution of projects related to community outreach or community programming. 
• Experience working in education, or a charitable organization/foundation. 
• Proven track record in building strong relationships and rapport, and understanding of key stakeholder objectives to influence, build persuasive arguments, and gain support to achieve business goals. 
• Strong project management skills, demonstrated through your ability to assess priorities, and meet deadlines while managing multiple activities and projects. 
• Team player, fast learner, who takes initiative and is willing to help others. 
• Strong communication and presentation skills, computer skills with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Must have a G level driver licence, access to a vehicle, and be willing to travel within all parts of Ontario three to four times per year.
• Flexible work location options.

Our Commitment

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). CAA CCG will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

As an organization we are focused on Member safety, which includes the safety and well-being of our Associates. Therefore, you must be and remain fully vaccinated as a condition of employment.