Opportunities

Volunteer Opportunities

If you would like to contribute to Rainbow Routes as a volunteer, helping with programming, hikes, events, projects, administrative work, or digital/social media, please email nathan.kanasawe@rainbowroutes.com.

If you are passionate about Rainbow Routes and want to get involved? We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our Fundraising Committee! Please email rra.governance@gmail.com for more details!

Board Vacancies

We have no Board vacancies at this time. Though we are always looking for new volunteers, Please contact us at rra.governance@gmail.com if you are interested in future Board openings.

Careers

We are currently hiring for two roles. Please see the details for a Trail Mapping Lead & a Volunteer Coordinator.

Trail Mapping Lead

Role Description:

This is a full-time role for a Trail Mapping Lead at Rainbow Routes Association. The Trail Mapping Lead will have two primarily responsibilities that include updating:

1)    The physical print Rainbow Routes trail network map,

2)    An online mapping system (e.g. Trailforks, Alltrails. OTC trail app, etc.)  to ensure it is accurate and contains all the relevant trails in Sudbury.      

Completing this work will require visiting different trails across the city to ensure they are accurately mapped and categorized, working with trail partners and the community to develop an accurate georeferenced trail asset database.

Utilizing this information to update the Rainbow Routes website, maps and selected trail app. Printing and promotion of the physical trail network map will be completed within the role.

An understanding of the current trails within Sudbury Ontario and the Rainbow Routes net work is required. The role is located in Sudbury, ON, but some hybrid work is acceptable.

Skills

  •         Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions

  •         GPS mapping and tracking

  •         Working in ArcGIS Pro

  •         Comfortable with mobile technology and use of popular trail apps (e.g. Trail forks, All Trails)

  •         Strong technology and communication skills,

  •         Organizational skills and project management skills,

  •         Problem solving skills,

  •         Leadership skills,

  •         Time management skills,

  •         Digital marketing and content management systems

  •         French communication skills would be considered an asset.

Qualifications

        Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro, Microsoft Office, Adobe and Google Suite,

        Strong interpersonal and communication skills,

        Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment,

        Excellent time management and organizational skills,

        Experience in the not-for-profit sector is preferred,

        College diploma or degrees  related to mapping technology, engineering, outdoor education  design, communications, software or marketing.

Salary

        $20-$22 per hour.

Hours

        35 hours per week over 8 months.

To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume to rra.governance@gmail.com by December 18, 2024 at 4:00p.m.

Volunteer Coordinator

Role Description:

This is a part-time role, working directly with the Trail Mapping Lead at Rainbow Routes Association. The Volunteer Coordinator will have two primarily responsibilities that include:

1)    Supporting the work and development of the new map

2)    Recruiting additional volunteers to support in the trail data collection in partnership with the Trail Mapping Lead.

Skills

  • Strong communication skills via email, phone and in person,

  • Organizational skills and project management skills,

  • Problem solving skills,

  • Leadership skills,

  • Time management skills,

  • Proficient in Canva,

  • Social media skills,

  • French communication skills would be considered an asset.

Qualifications

  • Volunteer management and volunteer training skills,

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills,

  • Experience in community outreach,

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment,

  • Excellent time management and organizational skills,

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe and Google Suite,

  • Experience in the not-for-profit sector is preferred,

  • College diploma or degree in social work, community development, or related field.

Salary

  • 18.00 - $20.00 per hour based on experience.

Hours

  • 15 hours per week over 8 months.

To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume to rra.governance@gmail.com by December 18, 2024 at 4:00p.m.