About this job
Employment type: full time
The Opportunity APEGA is seeking applications for professional members and members-in-training to serve as volunteers on our Edmonton, Central Alberta (Red Deer), Fort McMurray, Lethbridge, Lakeland (Cold Lake), Medicine Hat, Peace Region (Grande Prairie and Peace River), Yellowhead (Whitecourt, Edson, Hinton, Jasper), Vermilion River (Lloydminster) Branch Executive Committees. These member-driven committees function as a conduit between APEGA’s Council, staff and the membership. Not only is it a great way to get a better understanding of APEGA’s role and regulatory responsibilities, it’s also fun! From locally-relevant workshops and lectures, to running engagement events like golf tournaments, participating on your local branch is a great way to get to know other professionals in your region and expand your network. The Impact APEGA’s local branch executive committees form an integral part of APEGA operations. Volunteers on these committees have an opportunity to bring the perspective of local membership to APEGA and to serve as ambassadors for the association. By serving on your local branch executive, you can help enhance the profile of the professions in your community, make the association aware of local concerns and successes, and advance APEGA’s strategic initiatives at the local level. Time Commitment Committees meeting 10 times per year, with some work required outside of meetings. Total commitment of approximately 2 – 10 hours per month. Volunteer Benefits Give back to the professions by mentoring the next generation of professionals. Branch exclusive learning and networking opportunities Volunteering is your ticket to exclusive APEGA event invites, recognition gifts and long-service awards. Qualifications & Skillsets Practicing or retired professional Engineer or Geoscientist or member-in-training in Good Standing Board & committee experience is considered an asset Members-in-training and volunteers with diverse perspectives and experience are encouraged to apply Volunteers must live or work in the branch they wish to volunteer with. For a list of communities covered under each branch, click here