Temporary Corporate Waste Coordinator

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Job Summary

Job Duties Include

The responsibilities and duties of this position include but are not limited to:

• Monitor analyze and report corporate waste and diversion data.

• Implement the Corporate Waste Management Plan and facility wastereduction strategies.

• Deliver staff and community wastediversion initiatives.

• Support and implement sustainability and climateresilience plans.

• Research and recommend responses to policies and legislation.

• Lead project planning data collection and reporting.

• Review development applications for compliance with wastemanagement standards.

• Represent the Town on committees and provide technical guidance to staff elected officials and the public.

• Prepare and present reports to Committees Council and Senior Management.

• Lead and participate in internal/external committees and respond to public and stakeholder inquiries.

• Coordinate outreach and education with Corporate Communications.

• Support budgeting procurement and grant applications.

• Track project progress and spending.

Qualifications/Skills

• Degree in Environmental Science Sustainability or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Minimum five (5) years relevant and current work experience with a focus/specialization in municipal waste management sustainability climate change or a combination of experience deemed equivalent.

• Demonstrated knowledge of municipal waste management processes waste diversion practices and relevant regulations is required.

• Environmental Professional (EP) Certified Waste Auditor (CWA) and/or other waste management certification an asset.

• Knowledge of municipal wastemanagement practices relevant legislation and provincial/federal policy frameworks.

• Strong communication skills including clear writing and effective presentations.

• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse groups.

• Advanced problemsolving organizational and timemanagement skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook Teams).

• Valid Ontario Class G drivers license.

What is Offered to Staff

• Compensation:We offer competitive pay that reflects the responsibilities of the position.

• Work Hours: This is a non-union position that works a 35-hour work week. The hours of work are Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

• Contract Duration: This temporary position is for approximately 24 months in duration.

• Town Perks: The Town offers temporary staff access to an Employee & Family Assistance Program Health & Wellness Program Town of Ajax Fitness Centre Combo Membership and a defined pension plan (OMERS pension).

• Hybrid Work Environment: A flexible work arrangement including the option to partially work from home is currently a possibility with this position and can be discussed during the interview process.

How to Apply

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