Walking School Bus Regional Coordinator - Vancouver Island

Position Type:

• 30 hr/week
• Monday – Friday (some evenings and weekends may be required)
• Semi flexible schedule within program hours, some split shifts may be required

Application Deadline: April 17, 2026

Anticipated Start Date: May 2026

Location: Victoria, BC area

• Home based office
• Travel to program schools

Compensation: $46,800 annually, plus benefits after 3 months

Organization and Program:

The Society for Children and Youth (SCY) of BC is a unique, provincial not-for-profit organization. Our mission is to improve the well-being of children and youth in BC through the advancement of their civic, political, economic, social, cultural, and legal rights. Since 1974, the Society has focused on providing a strong voice representing children and youth.

The Society’s work focuses on four key priorities: child and youth rights, child and youth friendly communities, social justice, and organizational resilience. We have four core organizational values that the Walking School Bus is built around:

1. Relationships: We know we can’t do our best work alone.
2. Centering Children and Youth: Children and youth know best what they are experiencing and what their needs and interests are.
3. Being Compassionate: Treating one another with compassion is fundamental to creating a safe and comfortable environment.
4. Being Resourceful: To be resourceful, we must work to find creative solutions, push boundaries, define new roadmaps, and collaborate with community partners.

The Walking School Bus program was developed as part of TransLink’s regional Youth Travel Strategy and is now part of our Child and Youth Friendly Communities initiative throughout BC, aiming to make cities safer, healthier and more fun for young people. Walking School Buses are an organized group of children who walk to school together with the support of one or more adult Walk Leaders and/or volunteers.

Responsibilities:

The Walking School Bus Regional Coordinator plays a direct role in the day-to-day implementation of our Walking School Bus program in an assigned area. Reporting to the Program Manager, this position works together with a team including the Walking School Bus Provincial Lead, other Regional Coordinators and SCY staff. The Coordinator will also work with participating school partners and other community organizations.

Specific responsibilities:

• Supporting the WSB Lead and/or other management staff with recruitment of walk leaders for each school;
• Delivering training materials to walk leaders;
• Providing day-to-day supervision, support and oversight to walk leaders throughout the school year;
• Communicating with families and coordinating volunteers, as needed;
• Managing communication methods e.g. Apps, WhatsApp etc.;
• Working with schools to recruit students to participate in the Walking School Bus, including in-person promotional events for each school as needed;
• Mapping and developing the Walking School Bus route for each school;
• Creating and regularly updating registered student participant lists and emergency contact forms;
• Relaying feedback raised by parents, PAC, or school administration throughout program delivery to relevant SCY staff (WSB Lead or others), as needed;
• Delivering a baseline and post survey at each school;
• Collecting data and experiences throughout the school year to be included in funder reports;
• Keeping direct supervisors and the CYFC team informed about project progress, key developments and other relevant information;
• Other duties and responsibilities as required.

Desired skills, experience and education:

Skills

• Strong organization skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills, with an ability to build rapport with diverse populations of all age groups
• Ability to work independently, set priorities, and meet deadlines
• Commitment to inclusive, non-discriminatory, anti-racist and decolonizing practices
• Familiarity with Microsoft programs, SharePoint and Zoom

Experience

• Working with children and youth
• Training and directly supervising staff or volunteers
• Project coordination or management
• Working independently and comfortable being supported remotely
• A general understanding of and interest in active travel modes and the importance of school active travel

Education

• A degree, diploma or experience in Urban or Community Planning, Urban Studies, Education, Child and Youth Care, Project Management or a related field would be considered an asset
• Knowledge of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and how it is related to Child and Youth Friendly Communities will be considered an asset

Other

• Ability to travel [details dependent on area]
• Reliable home internet connection and access to your own cell phone are required

As a workplace the Society strives to create a flexible and supportive environment for all our team members, and to prioritize opportunities for professional development and growth aligned with personal and career goals.

SCY is committed to inclusion and diversity. Our organization’s success is built on the unique skills and perspectives of each individual. We respect and celebrate the dignity, value and diversity of all. We welcome applications from members of communities who have often been traditionally underrepresented in our profession including First Nations, Inuit, and Metis candidates, persons of colour, persons with disabilities, and persons of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities.

To Apply:

Please submit your cover letter and resume by email by April 17, 2026. Please indicate WSB Regional Coordinator - Vancouver Island, in the subject line.

We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This position is subject to a police and vulnerable sector check.

The successful candidate will be able to provide a significant contribution to the Society’s work. We appreciate you taking the time to apply.