Position: Sustainable Waste Management Coordinator
Organization: City of Prince George
Location: Prince George, BC
Sustainable Waste Management Coordinator
Encourage an Environmentally Conscious Community!
About Our Organization:
The City of Prince George is committed to ensuring a positive, well-balanced work environment for its employees. With plenty of opportunities for employee training, professional development and employee wellness programs, a healthy work-life balance is encouraged. If you are committed to protecting the environment and our community through effective waste management measures, then this position is for you!
About The Opportunity:
The Sustainable Waste Management Coordinator is responsible for the development of the sustainable solid waste strategic plan, its implementation, and coordination of the City of Prince George’s Solid Waste Management Program. The Sustainable Waste Management Coordinator leads the interpretation of environmental legislation and regulations and is responsible for assisting the City in achieving sustainable waste practices. The incumbent oversees a variety of environmentally sensitive projects and refers projects to review agencies with respect to sensitive areas, providing recommendations as required. This position plays a key role providing technical direction and educating the public on waste reduction initiatives.
About Your Background:
Along with your knowledge of sustainability and solid waste management and programs, you possess a degree in Environmental Management or Science or a related discipline from a publicly accredited post-secondary institution recognized by the BC Transfer Guide. Your five or more years of related work experience include strategic planning, project management, contractor management and recycling program delivery. Your strong background in change management and well-developed communication skills will assist in achieving environmental performance improvement. A valid BC Driver’s License, full privilege Class 5 (or out of province equivalent) is required.
Why You Will Love Working for our Environmental Services team at the City of Prince George:
- Work with a forward-thinking and innovative environmental team to foster eco-friendly workplace practices.
- Enjoy a competitive starting wage of $38.77 per hour (under review) and a comprehensive benefits and pension package.
- Take advantage of opportunities for professional development and career growth for all stages of your career.
- Benefit from a healthy work/life balance within a positive, safe work environment.
Please refer to the job description on our website for more details about this exciting career!
If you are interested in joining our environmental team, please apply by November 25, 2019 to:
Move Up Prince George | City of Prince George
The City of Prince George thanks all those who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.