Specialist, Recycling Operation Systems Hybrid Calgary

OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Manager Common Collection System the Specialist Common Collection Services - Southern Alberta is responsible to support the activities related to recycling operations of the regulated program as per regulatory requirements under Alberta Extended Producer Responsibility Regulation 194/2022 for Single-Use Products Packaging and Paper Products (PPP). The Specialist primary focus will be to ensure the operational contracts policies and practices established by Circular Materials (CM) are clearly communicated understood and followed in the field and managed with best practices administratively. This will result in greater overall efficiency and effectiveness and lead to increased collection and diversion of PPP materials. The Specialist will be a day-to-day CM representative to collection and post-collection partners in Alberta.

This position requires residence in and working familiarity with the Calgary Alberta area.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Manager(s) Common Collection System in contract development collection of information and contract management; including making contract value and type assessments securing contracts; including making assessments on contract value and type and working with internal teams to manage the procurement process.
• Maintain system data and case management files; including preparing accurate timely and data driven reports as required.
• With the Manager Common Collection System develop a program to monitor and track operations across Alberta including site visit schedules and inspections data tracking contamination tracking and abatement plans site usage and volumes for rationalization purposes and feedback for Communications and Marketing.
• Actively engage with and monitor contracts with communities and service providers; including identifying risks and anticipating and resolving issues.
• Provide in-field training and support for service providers on established CM policies and practices based on Alberta regulatory compliance.
• Facilitate efficiency changes to municipal operations that support Circular Materials strategic and operational plans by providing support to municipal service providers.
• Escalate any issues from discussions with various stakeholder groups including Communities and Contractors and other industry related associations to the Manager Common Collection System as needed.
• Support the on-going addition of single family and multi-family dwellings with field visits and spot checks as identified by the Alberta Management Team.
• Attend and/or support site and material audits to support the Material Quality team.
• Working with service providers oversee lead and/or participate in (as appropriate) activities such as bale audits and waste composition studies that aim to improve the performance of Circular Materials waste diversion activities.
• Collaborate with the National Operations team on areas of continuous improvement.
• Other duties asmaybe requiredfromtime-to-time including attendance at events and third-party meetings as necessary.
• Supervise and support special projects as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Post-secondary education related to environmental studies business/program administration engineering or related discipline and/or related experience.

Experience

• 2- 5 years experience in operations of recycling programs waste management regulatory or related roles.
• Experience working with contracts by-laws policies and procedures.
• Experience with data gathering inputting and reporting.
• Continuing education and professional development in communications data management or project management is an asset.
• Direct experience or knowledge of PPP recycling programs stewardship programs or a related field is beneficial.

Knowledge/Competencies/Skills

• Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic environment where change growth and innovation are a constant.
• Experience working in a complex multi-faceted environment with several competing priorities.
• Ability to conduct detailed analysis and provide summaries and recommendations.
• Knowledge of waste management materials management logistics or related operational business activities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 including Excel SharePoint Teams Visio and Jira.
• Excellent attention to detail analytical problem solving planning and execution skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills which can build relationships with communities internal CM teams and at all levels in the CM organizational structure.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to effectively create and implement project plans.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Working Hours

• All CM employees work 40 hours per week.
• This role requires field work. As a result there will be some variability in scheduling to accommodate operational needs.

• This role may require coordinating and meeting with internal and external stakeholders in multiple Canadian time zones.

• Extra or flexible hours may be required on occasion.

Remote and/or Field Work

• Remote and Field Work is required.

• Remote working environment with the ability to travel independently throughout Southern Alberta as needed.

Travel

• Requires travel within Alberta to meet with collection transportation and processing partners and conduct site inspections.

• A valid drivers license is required.

PAY TRANSPARENCY

ExpectedCompensation:

• An annualbase salary in the range of $60000to $80000
• The salary range listed complies with the Ontario Employment Standards Act and reflects a potential base salary range for this actual salary offered will be determined within the range and will depend on factors such as the candidates unique qualifications relevant experience work location and expected contributions.

Job Vacancy Reason

• This position is a currentvacancy.

Artificial Intelligence

• AIis not usedduringourhiring processes.

Applicant andInterviewee Communication

• We thank all applicants for their interest. However only those under consideration will be contacted.

• Applicantswho have beeninterviewed will be informed whether a hiring decision has been made within 45 days of their final interview.

Record Retention

• Job posting records and associated application formswill beretainedfor at least three years.

ABOUT CIRCULAR MATERIALS

Circular Materials is a national not-for-profit producer responsibility organization (PRO) that supports producers in meeting their extended producer responsibility (EPR) obligations across Canada. Created by producers for producers we design and deliver effective recycling programs that drive advance innovation improve environmental outcomes and create value across the recycling supply chain.

Through full-service program delivery including collection management promotion education and reporting we are advancing systems where more materials are recycled and returned to producers for use in new packaging and products.

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Circular Materials is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a workforce that reflects diversity of thought skills experiences and backgrounds as we work together to accelerate a circular economy for people and the planet.

Our inclusive hiring practices aim to foster a culture where all employees feel a strong sense of belonging. We are proud of our recent diversity survey results which showed that:

• 54% of Circular Materials employees identify as women.
• 50% of Circular Materials employees identify as visible minorities.
• 90% of employees believe Circular Materials fosters a strong sense of belonging for employees of all backgrounds.
• 86% of employees recommend Circular Materials as an inclusive workplace.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds including Indigenous Peoples (First Nations Inuit and Métis) persons with disabilities racialized individuals and members of the 2SLGBTQIA community. Circular Materials is committed to reconciliation and to advancing Indigenous representation and partnerships across our organization and programs. We recognize that we operate on the traditional territories of diverse Indigenous Nations and are dedicated to respecting Indigenous rights governance and contributions in our work and communities.

Circular Materials supports reasonable requests for accommodation in accordance with all applicable provincial accessibility standards. Requests for accommodation will be provided by Circular Materials through the recruitment and/or assessment processes upon contacting. This email is only used for accommodation requests.

Required Experience:

Manager