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Join the City of Medicine Hat as an Environmental Specialist!

Permanent, Full time, On Site

The City of Medicine Hat is committed to fostering a positive, supportive, and engaging workplace where every employee can thrive. As our employees are our greatest asset, we strive to create an environment that ensures their experience is both rewarding and fulfilling. Through a focus on collaboration, innovation, and support, we aim to empower our team members to achieve their best while contributing to the success of our community. Reporting to the Manager - Environmental Strategy and Compliance, the Environmental Specialist plays a pivotal role in ensuring our various operations align with environmental regulations and best practices. This role will manage diverse environmental projects, obtaining necessary approvals, and collaborating with regulatory bodies. Additionally, this position will provide technical expertise, manage various environmental related assessment and oversee mitigation measures.

• Develop, plan, and execute environmental programs and initiatives.
• Obtain construction and regulatory approvals and notifications for project construction and site access.
• Collaborate with regulatory bodies on various environmental issues.
• Manage contaminated sites and interpret environmental reports and regulatory requirements.
• Lead change management strategies and contribute to corporate efficiencies.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports and approvals. Experience with environmental and air emissions related regulatory reporting for industrial plants and/or aggregate facilities, air emissions calculations and/or environmental audits considered an asset.
• Supervise contractors and oversee project budgets and timelines.
• Interpret environmental data and present findings to stakeholders.

• In-depth knowledge of provincial and federal environmental policies and legislation.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
• Experience with environmental management systems is desirable.
• Committed to working safely and promoting a safety-first culture.

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in an environmental-related discipline.
• Environmental professional designation in Alberta is an asset.
• Five (5) years of relevant work experience.
• Possession of a valid Class 5 Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.
• An equivalent combination of management approved education and experience may be considered.

• Collaborative team: Join dedicated professionals committed to excellence and positive change.
• Career development: Benefit from training, development, and advancement opportunities.
• Competitive benefits package: A comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, retirement plans and more.
• Competitive compensation: Starting at $80,000/year.
• Relocation assistance available.

This position has been identified as Safety Sensitive and requires the completion of a satisfactory pre-employment drug screen, which includes testing for cannabis use.