Basic Function:

Assists the Supervisor, Waste Management with preparing proposals, tenders, and reports. Develops options/recommendations and evaluates current and future waste collection and diversion programs, and coordinates communication and outreach material related to waste programs. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate of a post-secondary degree, diploma or certificate program in Environmental Science/Management, Geography, Environmental/Urban Planning, Education, Business Communication or a related field of study.

Position Description:

• Provide daily assistance with respect to curbside waste collection operations and customer service to ensure consistency with the county's policies and procedures.
• Assist with special events and open houses, including, development of promotional and educational materials, coordinating service delivery of contractors on-site, and transporting and setting up displays and tents
• Measure, monitor and analyze collection programs through visual curbside audits, including, hands-on sampling, data collection and reporting/analysis of results.
• Assist in the implementation and review of curbside waste collection programs, operations, By-Laws and policies.
• Receive and respond to customer complaints concerning missed collection and general inquiries about waste management programs, including discussing applicable concerns with contractors.
• Assist contractors with contract interpretation.
• Provide support to staff and contractors at transfer stations by assisting with collection related issues, program issues and contractor issues.
• Assist in the creation and evaluation of Request for Proposals (RFPs), tenders and reports for waste collections, processing, reuse and disposal. Participate in contract discussions and maintenance.
• Communicate with local municipalities, community stakeholders and internal/external customers to address waste collection and program issues.
• Data entry and analysis of tonnage data for various waste streams to prepare statistics and reports.
• Assist with analysis of waste management data for the preparation of technical reports, work plans and project and budget approvals.
• Assist with waste container inventory and purchasing, ensuring database is accurate.
• Research future waste diversion programs and disposal options for potential development and implementation.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Knowledge and Experience:

• Three year college diploma program i.e. in Environmental Technology, Environmental Science or related field of study

OR

• 4 year University degree program i.e. Environmental studies, Geography or related field of study
• One year of relevant experience to be familiar with scope of the position would be an asset

Skills and Abilities:

• Experience in solid waste management is ideal

• Familiarity with composting, recycling and waste processing/transfer equipment and facilities

• Knowledge of relevant Acts and Regulations

• Experience teaching/presenting to a variety of age groups is an asset

• Experience undertaking waste audits is an asset

• Valid Ontario driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle
• Computer expertise in corporate standard software (Microsoft Office) and department specific software to data search and entry and to create and modify word processed documents
• Must be aware of safe work practices as they relate to job responsibilities and work environment, and have the basic understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act

Benefits

Posting #: NU 15.24

Position: Waste Management Coordinator

Status: Temporary Full Time (date of hire up to one year)

Employee Group: Non-Union

Salary: $68,427 - $85,532 per annum

Division: Environmental and Infrastructure Services

Department: Environmental Services

Reports To: Supervisor, Waste Management

Location: Simcoe, ON

Posting Period: May 22, 2024 – June 5, 2024

How to Apply:

• Ensure the file extension for your resume document is .doc, .docx or .pdf
• If you are electing to include a cover letter, the cover letter and resume must be uploaded as 1 file.

Find out more information about Norfolk County here: Employment at Norfolk County - NorfolkCounty.ca

The Corporation of Norfolk County is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Successful applicants are required to provide the Employer with a current Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector where required and verification of education.

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those to be interviewed will be contacted.