Reg Environmental Coordinator

Government of Northwest Territories; Hay River; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Canada is seeking a Regional Environmental Coordinator located in Hay River. The position requires managing and delivering strategies to meet regional environmental management objectives. Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in a natural science and three years of relevant experience. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, along with knowledge of environmental management practices.

Qualifications

• 3 years relevant experience in program planning and delivery.
• Experience in environmental assessments.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver environmental management strategies and programs.
• Coordinate regional environmental management programs.

Skills

Environmental management practices and standards

Spill response techniques

Knowledge of federal and territorial legislation

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer software knowledge (GIS, etc.)

Cultural awareness and inclusion

Education

Bachelor of Science in natural sciences

Two-year diploma in relevant field

Job description

Department: Environment and Climate Change

The mandate of the Department of Environment and Climate Change is to manage land, water, air, wildlife, and forests. This includes promoting, planning, and supporting the wise and sustainable use of natural resources, and protecting, restoring, and stewarding the environment for the social and economic benefit of all Northwest Territories residents.

Job Information

The Regional Environmental Coordinator is located in Hay River and is accountable to manage and deliver strategies and programs designed to ensure that the Department of Environment and Climate Change 's regional environmental management objectives are met, including planning, coordinating and implementing regional environmental management programs (hazardous substances, hazards and solid waste management, air quality and environmental assessment);

The knowledge, skills and abilities, required for the position are:

• Demonstrated knowledge of environmental management practices and standards, in a territorial context.
• Specialized knowledge of environmental management practices and techniques (i.e. spill response, safe handling of hazardous substances and wastes, contaminated site management, air quality monitoring, land and water use);
• Knowledge of applicable federal and territorial legislation related to environmental management and assessment in the NWT.
• Strong oral communication skills and a demonstrated ability to express ideas;
• Strong organizational skills and an attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently in a cooperative environment.
• Working knowledge of computer software (word processing, spreadsheets, GIS, database).
• Ability to commit to actively upholding and consistently practicing personal diversity, inclusion and cultural awareness, as well as safety and sensitivity approaches in the workplace.

The above knowledge, skills and abilities are typically attained by:

A Bachelor of Science degree in one of the natural science disciplines and three years relevant experience, including program planning and delivery and environmental or socio-economic impact assessments.

Equivalencies may include

• A two year diploma in a relevant field in one of the natural sciences (such as Environmental Protection, Renewable Resources, etc) plus 5 years of relevant experience, a Valid NWT class 5 driver¿s Licence and a Valid permit to possess a firearm.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:
Hay River HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
209 - 62 WOODLAND DRIVE
HAY RIVER, NT X0E 1G1
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