Technical Services Officer

Looking for a rewarding career change? Join our team The District of Thunder Bay Social Services Administration Board (TBDSSAB) is now hiring a **Technical Services Officer - Environmental Sustainability**at Headquarters in Thunder Bay. **Closing date is May 16, 2025**

TBDSSAB supports people to improve their lives and become self-sufficient. We do this as the service system manager for vital, quality social services needed by individuals and families living in the District of Thunder Bay --- including child care and early years, community housing, homelessness prevention programs --- and through the delivery of Ontario Works.

***:
Under the direction of the Manager, Infrastructure and Asset Management, the Environmental Sustainability Officer assists with the development and implementation of comprehensive environmental sustainability strategy.

**MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES**:
1. Provides technical advice and support for environmental sustainability initiatives that support the organization’s sustainability strategy.

2. Develops and implements tools, templates, and guidelines necessary to coordinate efforts of the environmental sustainability program.

3. Executes, coordinates and supports projects, programs, policies and strategies to support advancement of sustainability initiatives throughout the organization.

4. Uses electronic database, project management tools and tracking templates to implement, monitor, and report on initiatives and milestones, to continually improve sustainability initiatives’ outcomes.

5. Conducts regular site visits to monitor project development and ensure key milestones are met in accordance with sustainability outcomes.

6. Research and track environmental sustainability developments and trends, including but not limited to, leading practices, benchmarks, emerging and innovative technology, new regulations and policies, and programs in other jurisdictions to inform continued development of the environmental sustainability strategy.

7. Maintains knowledge of environmental sustainability measures current with environmental developments and standards and provides related technical advice and support to management.

8. Assists with retaining consultants to develop environmental sustainability strategy initiatives and projects, as required.

9. Prepares communication in coordination with Communications team for internal and external sustainability reporting.

10. Performs other duties as may be assigned.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:
**Education/Experience**
- Degree from a recognized university or college in environmental studies, engineering, or related field (a focus on environmental sustainability is preferred).
- Three (3) to seven (7) years work experience in environmental sustainability programs or similar initiatives
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the principles of climate change and environmental policy development, familiarity with environmental legislation, environmental sustainability, community development, and municipal administration

**Skills/Abilities**
- Strong research, analytical, statistical, graphical and numerical skills
- Must have strong organizational, analytical, problem solving and research skills, including the ability to effectively handle concurrent projects strategically and creatively under deadlines
- Excellent oral and written communication skills including strong presentation skills, report writing skills with the ability to liaise effectively with external agencies, stakeholders, and clients
- Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively and work independently.
- Experience working with consultants, project design, procurement processes and contract administration.

**CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT**:

- Must undergo a successful police records check, Type 2.
- Must maintain a valid Ontario driver’s license.
- The use of a vehicle is required.
- Travel is required.
- May be required to work irregular hours.
- Must maintain confidentiality.

**HOW TO APPLY**:
Human Resources

The District of Thunder Bay Social Services Administration Board

231 May Street South

Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7E 1B5

Applicants currently employed by the TBDSSAB must complete the Internal Application Form. All other applicants must complete the TBDSSAB External Application Form.

Application forms are available on our website or are available for pickup at the TBDSSAB location.

**ADDITIONAL INFORMATION**:

- Applications received for this position will not be acknowledged unless you are being notified of an interview.
- Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $72,610.37-$85,423.97 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

**Education**:

- Bachel