Join Our Team as a Safety Smarts Instructor!
Heartland Training & Support Hub (formerly Farm Safety Centre) is excited to announce that we’re expanding our Safety Smarts program, and we’re looking for 3-4 new Safety Smarts Instructors to join our team. If you have a passion for agricultural safety and enjoy working with children in rural communities, this opportunity is for you!
Position: Safety Smarts Instructor (Independent Contractor)
Location: Various Rural Communities Across Alberta
Application Deadline: September 30, 2024
About Us:
Heartland Training & Support Hub has been a cornerstone of rural safety education in Alberta since 1990. Our Safety Smarts program has reached thousands of rural elementary students, providing them with essential farm safety education. With new grant funding, we’re expanding our reach and impact, and we need motivated individuals to help us achieve our goals.
What You’ll Do:
- Engage & Educate: Deliver farm safety presentations to elementary students in rural schools, both in-person and via Zoom.
- Manage Your Schedule: As an independent contractor, you’ll have the flexibility to set your own work hours, primarily during school hours (8:30 AM – 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday).
- Prepare & Organize: Ensure that all necessary materials are ready for each presentation and keep records up-to-date using our SalesForce program.
- Travel & Present: You’ll travel to various schools within your assigned region, delivering impactful safety messages tailored to each grade level.
What We’re Looking For:
- Agricultural Background: Experience or a strong understanding of farming/ranching operations and lifestyle.
- Cultural Awareness: Familiarity with Hutterite communities, as they are key clients.
- Tech-Savvy: Proficiency with Zoom, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and basic data entry. Experience with SalesForce is a plus.
- Self-Starter: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage your time and schedule independently.
- Reliable Transportation: Must have dependable transportation to travel to schools.
- Independent Contractor: Comfortable working independently, with compensation based on the number of presentations delivered.
Compensation:
- Pay: $50 – $100 per presentation, depending on the length (30 minutes to 2 hours).
- Travel Compensation: Travel time and mileage will be compensated when necessary.
- Work Schedule: Available during the school year (September to June), with no work expected in July and August.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a brief cover letter detailing their experience and qualifications to Jordan Jensen at j.jensen@heartlandsupport.ca by September 30, 2024.
For more information about this position, please contact Jordan at 403-752-4585.
Join us in making a difference in rural communities across Alberta. Apply today and help shape the safety culture of the next generation of rural Albertans!