Environmental Specialist - Wetaskiwin, Canada - City of Wetaskiwin

City of Wetaskiwin

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Wetaskiwin, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Environmental Specialist:

Municipal Services
Full Time
Internal | External
Competition No. MS-23-28
$83,105 - $102,209 annual salary

The City of Wetaskiwin

Welcome to the home of possibility Do you want to be a part of a different kind of local government? We are a diverse, and eager team that knows it can be done better and we are doing it Wetaskiwin is a collaborative and inclusive place where we share ideas for making things better; and turn these ideas into actionable plans.

Our values are Trust, Resourcefulness, and Integrity. Here we cultivate well-being through our team's dedication to building positive, trusting, and fulfilling relationships.

The Opportunity

Are you a dedicated, experienced, professional who is passionate about making a positive impact on the environment? Do you enjoy driving positive change, promoting responsible resource management and sustainable practices? The City of Wetaskiwin has an exciting new opportunity for a full-time Environmental Specialist to join our fabulous team The Environmental Specialist's primary focus will be promoting and implementing environmentally sustainable practices to ensure the protection of our local ecosystem.

Responsibilities

Develop, promote, and implement waste management strategies and programs in alignment with local, provincial, and federal regulations.
Develop, and implement sustainability initiatives and execute sustainability plans, policies, and programs such as waste reduction, energy efficiency, water conservation and carbon footprint reduction strategies.
Develop and deliver educational programs, workshops, training, and outreach initiatives to promote, raise awareness and engage the community about environmental sustainability and best practices.
Coordinate and oversee waste collection, disposal, recycling, landfill management, and composting activities throughout the city and conduct regular assessments and identify areas for improvement to enhance efficiency and reduce impact.
Collaborate with various stakeholders, including internal departments, contractors etc.
Assist in budgeting for sustainability initiatives and identify potential funding opportunities or grants to support sustainability initiatives/projects.
Monitor and analyze waste management budgets and make recommendations to optimize resource allocation.
Coordinate the implementation and maintenance of waste management infrastructure, including recycling centers, composting facilities, landfill, and hazardous waste disposal sites.
Conduct periodic audits, assessments, and inspections to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, permits, and licenses and to identify potential areas for improvement.
Analyze data, prepare and submit reports, progress updates, and recommendations, to management and regulatory agencies.
Stay updated on emerging trends, best practices, and technologies in waste management, and propose innovative solutions to enhance waste diversion and recycling efforts.

Education, Qualifications, and Work Experience

Bachelor's degree in environmental sciences, or a related degree. Combination of experience and education may be considered.
Eligible for or registered with an environmental regulatory professional designation recognized in Alberta is preferred.
Experience with waste management regulations, recycling, and landfill management.
Thorough understanding of provincial and federal environmental legislation, regulations, codes of practice, and best practices is required.
Possess a valid class 5 Alberta Motor Vehicle Operators License.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Effective time management, project management, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently in a fastpaced environment.
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and public presentation skills.
Strong analytical and problemsolving abilities.
Skill in navigating regulatory frameworks; ability to collect, interpret, implement, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
Ability to lead and influence others in adopting environmentally friendly practices and initiatives.

What We Offer