Manager, Environmental Quality

City of Windsor; Windsor; On-site; CAD 132,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government in Windsor is looking for a Manager of Environmental Quality. This role includes managing compliance programs and providing technical support to City departments. Candidates must hold a degree in Sciences or Chemistry and have 6+ years of relevant experience. This position offers competitive benefits and a focus on community health.

Qualifications

• Must have a University Degree in Sciences or Chemistry and a minimum of six (6) years of experience in laboratory techniques.
• Must have progressive managerial responsibilities in the areas of laboratory operation and industrial waste control.
• Must have a full understanding of the principles and technology of industrial processes and wastewater treatment.

Responsibilities

• Managing the Environmental Compliance Coordinator and related activities.
• Providing technical support on corporate environmental matters across all City departments.
• Facilitating environmental monitoring programs to protect community health.

Job description

Why Windsor?

Forward. Together. — Discover a career that connects purpose with possibility. At the City of Windsor, our employees thrive in a collaborative environment that values organizational excellence, community impact, and offers competitive benefits that support professional growth. Located in Southwestern Ontario on the banks of the Detroit River and Lake St. Clair, Windsor is just minutes from downtown Detroit, Michigan and the northern shores of Lake Erie, home to over 25 local wineries, craft breweries and distilleries. Windsor boasts world‑class entertainment, state‑of‑the‑art facilities, iconic food, a temperate climate, magnificent waterfront parks & gardens and an innovative workforce with demonstrated capacity in automotive, advanced manufacturing, transportation, life sciences, education and tourism. With affordable living, a diverse community, and a growing economy, Windsor offers a lifestyle as fulfilling as the work we do. Come join a team that reflects the city it serves.

Job Title: Manager, Environmental Quality
Job Posting Number: 2025-0390
Posting Type: Internal and External
Posting Period: Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. to Friday, November 7, 2025, at 4:30 p.m.
Department: Pollution Control
Union: Non‑Union
Position Status: Regular Full‑Time
Job Code: NU0154
Grade/Class: NU14
Number of Positions: 1
Rate of Pay: $132,141.18 to $160,619.13 Annually
Shift Work Required: No

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Executive Director, Pollution Control/Deputy City Engineer, this position will be responsible for:

• Managing the Environmental Compliance Coordinator, policies, procedures and activities.
• Providing direct assistance and technical support on corporate environmental matters to all City departments, as well as facilitating environmental education and awareness across the Corporation, its agencies, and the community.
• Facilitating environmental monitoring programs such as sewer use by‑law enforcement, watershed monitoring, laboratory management, closed landfill monitoring and spill response, which provides direct protection for the health of the community and its watersheds.
• Overseeing remedial measures and/or maintenance for corrective actions, as required.
• Acting as a municipal representative on the Essex Region Source Water Protection Committee to help identify and mitigate health risks to the public from threats to the water supply.
• Monitoring and maintaining municipal landfills.
• Responsible for the annual MECP and ECCC reporting for both Plants and Retention Treatment Basin.
• Preparing annual budgetary items; supervising associated staff, conducting performance appraisals, training and participating in staff development, recruitment, disciplinary matters and the ongoing review of employee lost time.
• Performing Occupational Health & Safety duties as outlined in the Corporation’s Health and Safety Program.
• Performing other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Must have a University Degree in Sciences or Chemistry and a minimum of six (6) years of experience in laboratory techniques, industrial waste control and unit process inspection, sampling procedures, installation and use of monitoring equipment.
• Must have progressive managerial responsibilities in the areas of laboratory operation, industrial waste control and enforcement.
• Must have a full understanding of the principles and technology of industrial processes and wastewater treatment.
• Should have knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, its regulations and the hazards associated with the work.
• Will be required to complete and remain current as per the requirements of the Corporation’s Management Certificate Program.
• Progression through the Art of Supervision Program Certificate or a supervisory program of a similar nature is considered an asset.

Physical Demands

The physical demands analysis associated with this position indicates a sedentary level of work.

• Only those applicants selected for an interview will be acknowledged.
• We offer a smoke‑free office environment.
• Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 25 as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.
• The Corporation of the City of Windsor is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Windsor will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the City of Windsor Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.