Special Event

2 weeks ago


Niagara, Canada Niagara Region Full time

**Division**:
Waste Management

**Temporary Duration**:
Approximate Duration: 4 months (May to August)

**About Us**:
Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries. Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada’s most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities. Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario’s most breathtaking countryside. An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S. neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.

Please note that effective February 12, 2023 mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations are no longer required as per the Niagara Region’s amended COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. As a result, you will not be required to submit verification of your vaccination status before starting employment with the Niagara Region. However, the Niagara Region continues to reserve the right to reintroduce vaccination requirements in the future if necessary to respond to changing public health advice and\or government direction. The Niagara Region continues to strongly encourage everyone to remain up-to-date with vaccinations.

**JOB SUMMARY**:
The Waste Management ‘Special Event & Container Management’ Students are responsible for supporting the Waste Management Program Manager and the Waste Diversion Coordinator with the implementation and operation of the Region’s Special Event Recycling and Organics program and the Container Management program to ensure timely and reliable customer service to Niagara region’s residents and partners related to waste reduction programs in Niagara.

The Waste Management ‘Special Event & Container Management’ Students report directly to the Waste Management Collection & Diversion Program Manager. The positions support the Waste Management department by assisting with the administration and operation of the 2023 Special Events Recycling and Organics program and supporting the Region’s curbside container program through the coordination and completion of deliveries to the Region’s partnering distribution locations across Niagara during the period of May to August 2023.

The Special Events Recycling and Organics program is available to all public community events within the Niagara region. The duties of these positions support the diversion of waste generated at public events from landfill and reduce disposal costs for event organizers. The ‘Special Event & Container Management’ Students also work to increase public awareness of Niagara Region’s waste diversion programs at community events, which also indirectly supports improved waste diversion practices in residential homes.

The duties of these positions also include the management of the Region’s curbside container inventory and the coordination and delivery of these containers to support the continual supply of recycling containers to nine distribution locations across Niagara region. This enables residents to acquire the tools needed to participate in the Region’s curbside diversion programs within a reasonable distance from their homes.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

EDUCATION
- Completion of a high school diploma or equivalency (ex. GED), plus
- Enrollment in a post-secondary program
- Preferred if applicant is currently enrolled in one of the following related academic fields: Environmental Science/Management; Business Communications; Geography, or Environmental/Urban Planning.

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE
- Computer proficiency in Word, Excel and other Microsoft Office Suite programs
- Experience working with databases is an asset

SKILLS
- Ability to maneuver recycling containers (approx. 45 kg) on a dolly up and down a truck ramp
- Ability to push/pull 240 litre and 360 litre recycling carts on wheels, with and without recyclable content
- Ability to collect and manage information efficiently and accurately
- Ability to work alone, as well as in a team
- Self-motivated, confident and responsible
- Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
- Comfortable interacting with members of the public frequently on a daily basis
- Comfortable performing routine and repetitive tasks (ex. data entry)
- Comfortable working in inclement weather
- Comfortable working in pairs/teams with other students and staff
- Comfortable working in the field, which requires extended time on your feet and walking
- Comfort



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