Private Property Landscaping Training Specialist I

• University Degree in Education Communication Environmental Sciences Arts Human Sciences Graphic Design Media Design or a related field
• Two (2) years of work in adult education/training planning development and execution

Assets:

• Facilitation training or certification
• Background in energy transition climate resilience or climate change science
• Familiarity with community outreach in a public sector environment
• Awareness of landscaping principles or Landscape Architecture design
• Experience in brand design or building education resources from the ground up

Skills required for success:

• Expertise in adult educational principles techniques and practices
• Proficiency in Google Workspace and design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator InDesign)
• Skilled in synthesizing research findings into clear persuasive education materials
• Advanced written and verbal communication for articulating complex climate information to diverse audiences
• Experience in layout and content generation for digital and print resources
• Capability to navigate competing priorities and coordinate with multiple business units
• Strong organizational and time management skills to meet program deadlines
• A proactive approach to identifying synergies between different environmental programs
• Experience presenting course information in classroom virtual and pre-recorded formats
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( a culture of equity diversity reconciliation and inclusion

Conditions of Employment:

• Compliance with the City of Edmontons safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as wearing steel-toe boots gloves goggles sunscreen and coveralls
• Applicants may be tested

Work Environment:

• Note: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52.
• This role works in both indoor and outdoor settings.
• Availability to attend events during the evenings and weekends may be required from time to time.
• This is a public-facing role and requires engagement and interaction with diverse people from various backgrounds with different needs expectations and emotional states.

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills experiences and competencies and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation please contact . Learn more about our benefits https:// to 1 temporary full-time position for up to 11 months

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Salary Range: $39.160 - $49.221 (Hourly); $81766.080 - $102773.450 (Annually)

Recruitment Consultant: JF/SO

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Help shape a greener more resilient Edmonton by leading the way in sustainable private property landscaping. This role is a key driver in the Citys climate adaptation efforts empowering our community to grow a more sustainable future

As a Training Specialist I you will design and deliver a comprehensive education program focused on resilient landscaping practices for private properties. Reporting to the Program Manager of Private Property Landscaping you will bridge the gap between climate policy and practical action for internal staff builders and the general public

What will you do

• Create and design curriculum training plans and multimedia materials for a new private property landscape training program
• Lead and facilitate training sessions both in-person and online for various audiences
• Support the development and management of a private property landscape adaptation pilot program including establishing goals and assessment criteria
• Collaborate with internal departments and external collaborators to gather feedback and ensure program alignment with climate initiatives
• Undertake community outreach by leading and facilitating workshops as well as attending trade shows and drop-in events to promote climate resilience
• Prepare reports on training profiles resource requirements and program performance milestones
• Advise on communication plans and marketing strategies to build positive social norms around climate action