Waste Management Coordinator

City of Richmond Hill; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Richmond Hill seeks a Waste Management Coordinator to lead the development, coordination and implementation of the City's waste management program, including policy development, by-laws, contract negotiations, pilot projects and education.

The role requires analyzing data, reporting to Council, overseeing contracts, ensuring legislative compliance, and guiding development planning related to waste standards. Strong communication and project management are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Studies, Engineering, or related field.
• Municipal experience is an asset.
• Environmental Practitioner certification is an asset.
• Certified Waste Auditor certification is an asset.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Establish, update and revise waste management service levels by analyzing information gathered through research, public consultation and pilot programs.
• Produce staff reports to present information and service level recommendations to Council.
• Maintain the terms of the City's waste collection contract, updating and revising specifications as necessary to reflect service levels.
• Assist in developing and implementing processes to manage the various aspects of the waste collection contract, including designing contract management tools and penalty protocals, and assisting with the process to initiate collection in new developments.
• Review legislative changes and draft formal comments to present to other levels of government on behalf of the City.
• Coordinate updates to the City's Waste Development Standards for new developments.
• Update and maintain the Waste Management By-Law to support service levels.
• Provide input to zoning by-laws and development planning related to waste development requirements.
• Assist with development applications review related to waste management requirements.
• Provide subject matter expert advice to Planning and Legal staff on waste management issues.
• Guide the Waste Analyst on annual waste audits and community-based programs like Going Up and recycling in public spaces.
• Assist with the annual waste calendar production and coordinate content for waste webpage and app.

Skills

Public outreach

Communication

Project management

Research

Education

Degree in Environmental Studies or Engineering

Municipal experience asset

Environmental Practitioner asset

Certified Waste Auditor asset

Tools

Microsoft Office

OnPoint

GIS

Maximo

CRM

Job description

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Reporting to the Manager, Energy and Waste, the Waste Management Coordinator leads the development, coordination and implementation of the City's waste management program. This includes development of waste policy such as the Waste Development Standards and Waste By-laws, contract negotiations for waste collection, pilot projects, programs and public education

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Establish, update and revise waste management service levels by analyzing information gathered through research, public consultation and pilot programs
• Produce staff reports to present information and service level recommendations to Council
• Maintain the terms of the City's waste collection contract, updating and revising specifications as necessary to reflect service levels
• Assist in developing and implementing processes to manage the various aspects of the waste collection contract, including designing contract management tools and penalty protocals, and assisting with the process to initiate collection in new developments
• Review all applicable proposed legislative changes and draft formal comments to present to other levels of government on behalf of the City
• Coordinate regular updates to the City's Waste Development Standards, setting out requirements for new developments to receive municipal waste collection service
• Update and maintain the Waste Management By-Law to support waste service levels and provide status to the Waste Development Standards
• Provide input to zoning by-laws related to waste development requirements, as well as advice to development planning processes related to waste development requirements
• Assist with the review of development applications as it relates to waste management requirements
• Provide subject matter expert advice to other City staff (i.e. Planning and Legal staff) on issues of waste management as required
• Provide guidance to the Waste Analyst related to annual waste audits and reports required
• Provide guidance to the Waste Analyst related to the City's community-based waste diversion programs, including the Going Up program (organic waste diversion in multi-residential buildings), recycling in public spaces, and pilot projects
• Assist with production of the annual waste calendar, and coordinate content for the waste webpage and phone app
• Monitor, assess, and respond to changes in legislation as they relate to waste management
• Liaise with various agencies regarding changes in legislation
• Develop staff reports and issue notes on waste legislation for Council and senior management
• Participate in the Waste Management Program Assistant recruitment process and workplan management (functional supervision of part time and contract staff)
• Administer budget invoicing, tracking and reporting for Waste Management-related expenditures
• Assist with providing waste education and outreach at community events

Education and Experience

• Degree in Environmental Studies, Engineering, or related field
• Environmental Practitioner is an asset
• Certified Waste Auditor is an asset
• 5 years of relevant experience
• Prior experience in a municipal setting is an asset

Required Skills/Knowledge

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), OnPoint, GIS, Maximo, CRM
• Strong working knowledge of waste management operations, contract management,policies, programs, legislation, auditsand best practices
• Experience with developng waste management standards for new developments and in reviewing development applications to ensure they meet waste standards
• Experience in project management and implementing pilot projects
• Strong research skills, and experience in policy analysis and development
• Experience interacting with and leading public outreach
• Ability to work independently and as a collaborative member of a team
• Organizational and time management skills to meet deadlines and deliver program outcomes
• Demonstrates good judgment and makes sound decisions
• Shows commitment to personal growth, development, and leadership opportunities
• Shares new ideas and challenges the status quo
• Proven written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with honesty, openness, respect, and trust
• Takes initiative to participate in a culture of learning, mentoring, and sharing
• Contributes to building and being a part of a positive culture
• Must possess a valid Ontario Class "G" Driver's License, and have access to a vehicle for use on corporate business (mileage compensated) and will be required to provide proof of vehicle insurance upon hire
• Regular office environmentand at times required to visit/inspect waste management areas
• Demonstrate the City’s corporate values of care, collaboration, courage and service
• Demonstrates personal leadership
• Builds people and culture
• Cultivates open communication
• Shapes the future
• Navigates and leads through complexity and change

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

TheCityof Richmond Hill is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation.