Qms and Data Coordinator

**Position Description**:
A temporary full-time opportunity exists within the City Utilities Division of the Integrated Planning and Public Works Department for a Quality Management System (QMS) and Data Coordinator to maintain the Municipal Drinking Water Licensing Program and the Drinking Water Quality Management System to meet legislative requirements. The position will also include a strong emphasis on field data collection and data management processes.

**Accountabilities**:

- Maintain procedures, processes and policies for the administration of the Municipal Drinking Water Licensing Program and the Drinking Water Quality Management System to ensure compliance to the Licensing Program and conformance of the Quality Management System
- Support development and implementation of drinking water continuous improvement initiatives and projects
- Coordinate the mobile data capture program and provide technical support to staff, as required
- Assist and, in some cases, lead City Utilities in establishing reporting systems for the drinking water, sanitary and stormwater programs
- Manage and interpret data on City Utilities operational activities and distribution system for various initiatives and governing bodies; including National Water / Wastewater Benchmarking Initiative, the City’s asset management system and Municipal Drinking Water Licensing Program Assist in analysis, interpretation and reporting of water quality test results
- Assist with coordination of inspections and audits and liaise with Ministry of Environment, Conservations and Parks and accreditation body staff, senior management and council on results
- Assist with producing regulatory and non-regulatory reports
- Provide training to staff on the Municipal Drinking Water Licensing Program, Quality Management System(s) and mobile capture system

**Minimum Qualifications**:

- Diploma/degree in Environmental/Applied Science with minimum three years’ experience in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Must have strong experience with GIS systems
- MECP Water Quality Analyst certificate or training in the Municipal Drinking Water Licensing Program is considered an asset
- Understanding of mobile data capture systems
- Experience with the DWQMS audit process
- Effective skills in project management, organization, decision making and problem solving
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills
- Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; and other common municipal information systems is considered an asset
- A satisfactory Police Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check will be required as a condition of hire

**Work Location**:
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**Application Process**

**Accommodation**

**We’ve Got You Covered**

The City of Waterloo strives to be an employer of choice for strong talent dedicated to serving our community, and offer the following:

- Flexible work schedules to support and nurture work-life balance;
- Competitive wages;
- A staff team dedicated to fostering and advancing action to support the organization’s ongoing commitment to Indigenous Initiatives, Anti-Racism, Accessibility and Equity;
- Substantial internal and external training and development opportunities;
- Compassionate and caring organization that promotes and embraces a culture of health, safety and wellness;
- Strong commitment to providing and maintaining a psychologically safe workplace that is respectful, inclusive, and where all individuals are valued;
- Paid vacation days and the ability to bank overtime;
- Employee Purchase Programs (Corporate Cell Phone plans, Computer Purchase Plan, etc.);
- Dress-down Fridays, and optional Wednesdays in partnership with the United Way fundraising campaign;
- City of Waterloo Staff Recreation Pass;
- So much more