Zero Waste Coordinator

2 weeks ago

Nanaimo, Canada City of Nanaimo Full time

**Discover Nanaimo**:

- One of the oldest cities on Canada’s west coast, the City of Nanaimo is a growing, livable urban centre that still maintains its historic charm. Situated between the mountains and the ocean on the east coast of Vancouver Island, Nanaimo is a short ferry trip away from Metro Vancouver, and a 90 minute drive from Victoria. Nanaimo is truly an extraordinary community that is home to Vancouver Island University and is rich in parks, recreational, cultural and social amenities.

**Zero Waste Coordinator**:
**Position Overview**
The City of Nanaimo is seeking a permanent full-time Zero Waste Coordinator. Reporting to the Manager, Sanitation, Recycling & Cemeteries, the incumbent will be responsible for the planning, development, design, education, delivery, administration, and coordination of waste reduction policies and programs that will push the City’s residual waste rate closer to zero. The incumbent will utilize a variety of primary data sources in conjunction with Federal and Provincial Environmental guidelines, the Regional District of Nanaimo’s Solid Waste Management Plan and the latest best practice to bring about productive changes.

Working with a variety of stakeholders, including internal staff, outside organizations, and residents, and Regional District staff in order to align goals, objectives and plans, the Zero Waste Coordinator will tackle barriers to zero waste in the community.

**Qualifications**
Applicants must have a diploma in Environmental Science or related discipline and a minimum of one year experience with environmental program development, public outreach and consultation. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. A valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence is required.

**Additional Information**

Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/or a verification of their education credentials.

**Posting Date**
Wednesday, November 15, 2023

**Application Deadline**
**Wednesday, December 6, 2023**
**4:30 p.m.**

**Contact Information**
Human Resources
City of Nanaimo
2nd Floor, 455 Wallace Street
Nanaimo, BC V9R 5J6
Phone: (250) 755-4406
Fax: (250) 755-4449

Education : College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience : 1 year to less than 2 years

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