Reports To: Director of Community Safety

Job Purpose:

To support the development and implementation of a community-based restorative process rooted in Dene values and traditions. The coordinator will co-develop the start-up, coordinate, and deliver restorative initiatives by working closely with the director of community safety, the FCSS justice supports worker, Elders, leadership, community members, and partner agencies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

- Co-develop and implement a community-based restorative justice program.

- Facilitate restorative justice circles (healing, sentencing, conflict resolution).

- Recruit and support circle keepers and facilitators.

- Liaise with RCMP, Victim Services, Corrections, Crown Prosecutors, and other partners.

- Conduct community outreach and awareness activities.

- Ensure Elders and cultural practices are embedded in programming.

- Develop policies and procedures for a start-up department.

- Track outcomes and complete reporting for funding partners.

- Maintain confidential case files.

- Support program growth and sustainability.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:





- Post-Secondary education in restorative justice, social work, or related field.

- Experience facilitating circles or mediation.

- Experience in Indigenous or community justice settings.

- Understand trauma-informed practice.

- Ability to pass a Criminal Records Check, including the vulnerable sector.

- Familiarity with Cold Lake First Nations community.

- Dene language is an asset.

- Ability to build relationships with community and partners.

- Strong organizational and reporting skills.

- Ability to work independently in a start-up environment.

- High level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements:

- Office environment. Monday to Thursday 8:30am – 4:30pm, Friday 8:30am – 2:00pm.

- Working hours can vary and may require a versatile schedule depending on type of assignment or work plan task.

- Evening and weekend work may be required to attend meetings, events, and community engagement sessions.

📌 Restorative Measures Coordinator (Cold Lake)
🏢 Recognized
📍 Cold Lake