Program Coordinator - Environment & Climate Resilience

City Of Edmonton; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 46,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Edmonton seeks a Program Coordinator to lead community programs focused on sustainability and climate action. This role requires a degree and significant experience in project management within a public sector environment. You will develop and implement strategies to engage citizens and achieve climate goals.

Qualifications

• A minimum of five years of directly related work experience is required.
• Experience in leadership, project management, and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Design and launch program activities for energy transition.
• Develop new initiatives for greenhouse gas reduction.
• Engage citizens through education and outreach.

Skills

Community program development

Energy efficiency

Climate adaptation

Marketing strategies

Data analysis

Public engagement

Strategic planning

Effective communication

Education

University degree in business administration or related field

Job description

The City of Edmonton's Planning and Environment Services Branch is seeking a dynamic Program Coordinator to join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping a sustainable future for our city. This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your expertise in implementing impactful environmental and climate policies, strategies, programs, and projects that directly contribute to City Council's ambitious climate goals and the visionary actions outlined in the City Plan. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are driven by the challenge of fostering a systems-thinking approach to complex environmental issues, we invite you to help lead the charge in establishing and implementing crucial initiatives.

What will you do?

• Design, plan, and launch program activities to initiate and maintain energy transition community incentive programs, managing consultants and vendors to ensure successful outcomes, budget and deliverables
• Lead program activities including research, advising on technical criteria, report writing, developing and implementing participant supports, and building community awareness through public engagement
• Develop marketing and promotional materials and strategies
• Engage citizens through education, events, and resources to enhance participation in climate action through community outreach
• Develop new energy transition initiatives, such as incentive programs, to achieve greenhouse gas reduction and climate adaptation goals.
• Measure and evaluate incentive programs related to energy transition and climate resilience, and track progress on strategic goals and objectives
• Provide support and recommendations for other project teams advancing work related to environment and climate resilience outcomes
• Communicate and collaborate with various interested parties on strategic planning matters
• Support the implementation of Edmonton's key environmental strategies, including the Community Energy Transition Strategy & Action Plan, as well as the Climate Resilient Edmonton: Adaptation Strategy & Action Plan

Qualifications

• University degree in business administration, political science, environmental sciences, arts, communications, human sciences or a related field
• A minimum of five (5) years of directly related work experience is required. Leadership, project management, and community engagement/outreach experience within a public sector environment and/or with environmental management systems would be beneficial

Skills required for success:

• Extensive knowledge of and experience in community program development, including design, delivery and management
• Significant knowledge of one or more of the following topics: energy efficiency, energy poverty, renewable energy, climate adaptation, climate equity and rebate or incentive programs
• Knowledge of work methods, studies, analyses and practices related to environment and climate resilience
• Knowledge and experience in strategic and business planning, the business planning cycle and process with a systems thinking approach
• Knowledge of marketing strategies and promotional activities
• Experience in preparing and presenting briefs and reports for various audiences
• Political acumen and well-honed strategies to generate positive conversations that respect public view while advancing strategic goals
• Adept proofreading skills, including grammar, punctuation, and spelling, with a high level of accuracy
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including strong presentation and facilitation experience
• Experience and skill in the use of analytics, and data intelligence to support decision making processes
• Alignment to our Art of Inclusion: Our Diversity and Inclusion Framework
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments
• Alignment to our Leadership Competencies
• Applicants may be tested

Work Environment:

• Note: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52
• The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [e-mail]. Learn more about our benefits.

Up to 1 Temporary Full-time position for up to 11 months

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Salary Range: $46.086 - $ 58.232 Hourly; $96,227.57 - $121,588.42 Annually

Salary ranges are in the process of being updated in accordance with the recently ratified collective agreement between the City and CSU 52 will be forthcoming shortly.

Talent Acquisition Consultant: PO/MM

Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.

Classification Title: Strategic Planning Analyst II
Posting Date: Jun 13, 2025
Closing Date: June 29, 2025 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 1 - Temporary Full-time
Union: CSU 52
Department: Urban Planning and Economy
Work Location(s): 8th Floor Edmonton Tower, 10111 104 Avenue Edmonton T5J 0J4