Project Coordinator Inflow and Infiltration Reduction
Project Coordinator Inflow and Infiltration Reduction
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Job Description
ABOUT US
Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home making it one of the largest regions in Canada and the fastest growing with a population thats expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography which is comprised of about 1800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities is as beautiful interesting and diverse as our government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.
WHAT WE OFFER
Consistently named one of Canadas Best Employers by Forbes we offer a collaborative progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13 Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace aligned with our vision to create strong caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.
- Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
- Employer of Choice - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
- Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to a comprehensive employer-paid benefits plan that includes extended health dental and life insurance access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Programand corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services.
- Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - Were committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential participate freely in society and live with respect dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion Diversity Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the Project ManagerWastewater Demand Analysis & Programs is responsible for coordinating and implementing various performance improvement and strategic programs for the branch such as Business Process Improvements and Performance Metrics related to Inflow and Infiltration Reduction Strategy and assisting in the branches strategic plan/goals; developing and maintaining guidelines standards policies and procedures for work being conducted on behalf of the department; coordinating and working on projects with external consultants or contractors; performing program and project planning; and integrating technical information into evolving departmental knowledge database.
WHAT YOULL BE DOING
- Participates in and coordinates the development of programs/projects.
- Designs and plans project components develops terms of reference for consultant/contractor assignments and procures goods and services.
- Develops key performance indicators and monitors performances of various projects undertaken by the Business Unit and identifies areas for further improvement.
- Provides input into the annual business planning cycle.
- Ensures quality assurance activities to monitor project effectiveness and support continuous improvement efforts with the Business Unit.
- Assesses resource needs and provides input to program designs for the Branch.
- Assists management in business planning tasks
- Provides coordination and technical support for projects under direction of management.
- Plans coordinates and oversees projects in terms of quality and quantity assurance in compliance with contracts.
- Ensures that services provided meet Regional customer service standards.
- Participates on committees work groups task forces and special projects as assigned.
- Performs other duties as assigned in accordance with Branch and Department objectives.
- Participates in team building activities coaching and mentoring of other staff members as directed.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
- Successful completion of a University Degree in Planning Civil Engineering or Environmental Studies or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum three (3) years demonstrated experience in program or project coordinationin environmental planning or engineering disciplines.
- Demonstrated working experience in Project Management for municipal planning studies.
- Thorough knowledge of water wastewater and solid waste management process/projects concepts practices and roles of different levels of government.
- Working knowledge of related legislation and regulations.
- Knowledge and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including communication innovation teamwork and collaboration and personal ownership.
- Excellent analytical skills with demonstrated knowledge of statistical analysis techniques.
- Strong presentation and writing skills to present and convey issues ideas and concepts.
- Computer literacy utilizing MS Office software applications as well as working knowledge of relational database systems Geographical Information Systems and ability to manipulate micro-computer systems relating to data transfer.
- Ability to identify issues challenges and opportunities and sound problem solving skills.
- Ability to negotiate/facilitate build consensus and present information to varied audiences.
- Ability to monitor analyze and assess work methods.
- Ability to work outside normal business hours as required.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Contract
