Waste Diversion Officer

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the researching, operating, monitoring, evaluating, implementing, and maintaining waste diversion and water programs and projects.  This position typically reports to the –Coordinator, Program Delivery. The focus for the current posting will be on tasks related to the daily monitoring of our waste related contracts and agreements, tracking statistics for our waste programs, assisting in the creation of procurement related documents for bid opportunities, invoice reconciliation, and conducting site visits as needed. Further, this position will assist in waste compliance inspections at both designated and non-designated properties, attend public outreach events/deliver presentations, and respond to service requests.    

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Implement, operate, monitor, and evaluate active programs and projects related to solid waste management, specifically waste diversion and can include support for water programs ex. Lead connection service management
• Assist the Coordinator, Program Delivery or coordinator environmental compliance in determining program needs; planning and developing the resulting programs and projects related to water and waste
• Work with the public and private sector as well as within the corporation to operate current waste diversion programs and inform, promote, and maintain waste diversion and water activities.
• Under the direction of the Coordinator, Program Delivery, prepares reports for and responds to inquiries for the administration, committees, and council and to inquiries from the public, business, and others.
• Assist with the creation, monitoring and analyzing of contract proposals and tender packages as well as assists with processing of financial criteria related to contract maintenance.
• Assist in the development and implementation and delivery of information/education programs for the public, the business sector, schools, and other targeted groups.
• Assist in developing and sustaining relationships with government, business, and the public, actively supporting partnership building and information transfer.
• Perform related duties as required.

Key Qualifications

• The knowledge, skills and abilities are typically required through a degree or diploma in Science, Engineering, Geography, Administration, Commerce or from a related recognized institution. Experience in solid waste management and waste minimization business sector, public outreach, advocacy programs and contract administration would be an asset
• Knowledge of waste minimization principles including the recycling business involving both the Residential and the Institutional, Commercial, and Industrial (ICI) sectors.
• Knowledge of bylaws, policies, procedures, issues, and events related to municipal solid waste collection and disposal systems including the reduction, reuse, and recycling of solid waste.
• Knowledge of communication strategies, techniques, and methods to influence decision making and behavioral change.
• Ability to communicate effectively through verbal presentations, letters, and reports.  Public speaking to small and large groups will be required and Media appearances may be required.
• Ability to listen, understand and respond to public and internal inquires/concerns both verbally and in written form, in an acceptable, sensitive, and respectful manner.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with fellow employees, businesspeople, and special interest groups.
• Ability to effectively monitor and administrate contracts and their financial implications as well as create and administer Requests for Proposals, Expression of Interests, and tender packages.
• Skilled in computer use with administrative software (word processing, spreadsheet, and database).

Working/Other Conditions

• Must possess a valid driver's license and vehicle available for work usage.
• Must be able and willing to perform work of a physical nature in field environments and inclement conditions.
• Candidates must participate in training and be willing and able to complete recognized certification programs and courses to perform the work and maintain status.
• Must be willing to perform irregular hours.