Environmental Sustainability Co-op Student

Barrie; Barrie; Hybrid; CAD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OMERS pension plan

Paid sick time

EFAP

City Fitness Membership discounts

Transit Pass discounts

Perkopolis perks

Job summary

The City of Barrie is seeking an Environmental Sustainability Co-op Student to support waste diversion and circular economy initiatives. You will help promote programs, participate in outreach events, and assist with data collection and analysis related to municipal waste management.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a related co-op program, possess strong communication skills, and are comfortable working in a dynamic, customer-facing environment. Hybrid work options may be available under policy.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in recognized college/university co-op program (preference for environmental field).
• Completed at least one year of related post-secondary education.
• Strong communication, public engagement and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with promotion, education and outreach on waste diversion and circular economy.
• Assist with waste management programs, pilot programs, audits and data analysis.
• Conduct research and update waste reduction data.

Skills

Public outreach

Communication

Teamwork

Organization

Public interaction

Adaptability

Microsoft Office

Education

Currently enrolled in co-op program

Completed at least one year of related post-secondary education

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Teams

Job description

# Environmental Sustainability Co-op StudentApply NowBack to Listings ## Environmental Sustainability Co-op Student**Posting Number: COOP****-26-25****Job Type: Co-op,** **Temporary Full-time, Up to 4-8 Months, Union****Salary Range: $21.10 to $28.75 per hour****Posted: Friday, October 30, 2026****Application Deadline: Friday, November 13, 2026 at 11:59 pm****The Opportunity**The Solid Waste Operations Branch is a branch within the Waste Management and Environmental Sustainability Department. This branch is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the City's Landfill site, which includes non-hazardous solid waste disposal, household hazardous waste receiving and disposal, leaf and yard waste disposal and composting, and solid waste collection and disposal. Responsibilities also include the operation of the scalehouse, which is the first point of contact for customers and waste entering the landfill site.The Environmental Sustainabilty Co-op Student reports to the Environmental Sustainability Specialist and Environmental Sustainability Engagement Sepcialist. The successful applicant to this position will perform and/or assist with the following tasks: 1. Assisting with promotion, education and outreach related to waste diversion and the circular economy2. Assisting with waste management and diversion programs, including the pilot programs, audits, and the collection and analysis of program performance data3. Conducting research and updating waste reduction and diversion related data4. Supporting development review process associated with municipal waste collection services5. Providing administrative support for environmental sustainability programs and initiatives6. Organizing and participating in internal and external stakeholder meetings and events7. Investigating and responding to public enquiries and complaints by phone, email or in person; maintains effective and co-operative liaison, and exchanges information with other staff, municipalities, government agencies, developers, consultants, contractors, etc., as required; and deals with the public in a courteous and efficient manner to promote a high standard of public relations at all times8. Performing other tasks as required**Our Culture and Qualifications of the Job****Corporate Culture:** Your workplace values align with our corporate values of ***Strive, Share and Care*** and you want to join us in providing exceptional services and programs to build a prosperous, growing and sustainable community.Equally important to what we do is *how* we do it - your actions reflect our core accountabilities of ***Personal Awareness, Teamwork and Collaboration, Respect and Inclusion, Innovation,*** and ***Service Excellence,*** which define how we work together to succeed.**Education** (degree/diploma/certifications)* Currently enrolled in a recognized College or University Co-op program (prefence is given to students in a Environmental program)* Completed at least one (1) year of a related post-secondary education program at a recognized College or University**Knowledge/Skill/Ability*** Geneal understanding and willingness to learn more about Barrie's waste management by-law (Waste By-Law), Circular Economy Framework (CEF) and Sustainable Waste Management Strategy (SWMS)* Self-motivated and works well with others* Outgoing and comfortable interacting with the public at various community events and outreach activities* Comfortable working in a fast and dynamic working environment* Dependable, reliable and works well with little supervision* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal* Responsible and professional* Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams)* Availability and willingness to work some weekends**Conditions of Employment*** Valid Ontario Class \"G\" Driver's Licence in a good standing and access to a reliable vihicle* Satisfactory Criminal Record Check\\*\\*Please note that this is a requirement for any new employees to the City of Barrie in accordance with the **Police Record Check Policy**. Existing employees who have met this criteria will be exempt from this requirement.**Other Important Information****Work Term:** January - April/September 2027**Location:** City Hall, 70 Collier Street, Barrie, Ontario\\*\\*Please note that the City has a **Hybrid Work Program Policy** in place that may allow a hybrid work arrangement of one (1) remote day per week for employees who meet eligibility requirements.**Hours:** The normal hours of work are 35 hours per week in accordance with the Collective Agreement**Wage:** $21.10 to $28.75 per hour**What We Offer:** This position includes optional enrollment in the OMERS Primary pension plan, prorated paid sick time based on the expected duration of employment and in accordance with the Employment Standards Act, access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), discounted rates for City Fitness Memberships and Transit Passes, and access to the Perkopolis Perks program, which provides exclusive access to discounts on a wide range of products and services available to all City employees.**How to Apply:** Click the ‘**Apply Now**’ button at the top and/or bottom of the job posting to start the application process. Please note that emailed applications will not be considered.***Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive, only candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.*****Why Barrie?**The City of Barrie is a vibrant, progressive, and growing community with deep connections to our heritage, to nature and to the opportunities surrounding us.Our community values quality of life; the ability to play year-round with 300 hectares of park space, our beautiful waterfront, our lively downtown core and the nearby hills, wetlands, and forests. We also value connections; to our neighbours and the community, to our road and rail network, and to the opportunity Barrie provides to enjoy life.Everything Barrie has to offer, from the water we drink to the roads we travel on, has one thing in common - municipal workers. Joining a municipality is one of the most rewarding, engaging, and exciting careers you could choose. It is a career you can take pride in knowing that every day you make a positive impact on an entire community. We are one team, with one goal and we all work together to continue making our community great.---The City of Barrie is an equal opportunity employer,dedicated to creating a workplace culture ofinclusiveness and welcomes applications from qualifiedindividuals of diverse backgrounds. We are committed toproviding barrier-free and accessible employmentpractices and we will accommodate the needs ofapplicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and theAccessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)throughout all stages of the recruitment and selectionprocess. If contacted for an employment opportunity,please advise if you require Code-protectedaccommodation and we will work with you to meet yourneeds.The job posting has been designed to indicate thegeneral nature and essential duties and responsibilitiesof work performed by employees within this position. Itmay not contain a comprehensive inventory of all dutiesand responsibilities required of employees to do thisjob. For full position details, please request a copy ofthe job description by emailing [e-mail].