Waste Diversion Specialist

2 weeks ago


Calgary, Canada City of Calgary Full time
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, joinThe City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.

As a Waste Diversion Specialist, you will plan and implement initiatives supporting the City's household hazardous waste (HHW) and auxiliary residential programs, paint and electronics residential diversion programs. This includes overseeing contracts with third-party processors responsible for lab packing, recycling and disposal of different waste streams, training frontline, and programs' reporting. Primary duties include: 

Collaborate with field staff operating in various waste diversion programs to identify and implement opportunities for improvement and optimization.  Collaborate in the development and delivery of accompanying communication and education materials and programs.  Prepare and maintain all program related documents and reports, including compiling and analyzing data.  Develop and deliver presentations to various audiences.  Issue procurement documents and administer contracts in support of identified projects and programs.  Work with contractors, field staff, and internal staff to ensure completion of tasks and responsibilities.  Assess contractor performance and address issues that arise, enforcing terms of contracts.  Liaise with members of the public, contractors, City business units, and elected officials to address and resolve issues related to waste diversion programs.  Qualifications  A degree in a related field and at least 5 years of relevant project or program management experience directly related to the solid waste management or related industry is required.  A valid Class 5 Driver's License (or provincial equivalency), with no more than 6 demerits OR a Class 5 Graduated Driver's License (GDL) with no more than 4 demerits, and no current suspensions or charges pending is required.  Experience with contract management and public relations, as well as experience managing household hazardous waste, paint recycling, and electronics recycling will be considered assets. Proficiency using ARMA Connect (Alberta Recycling Management Authority) will be considered an asset.  The successful candidate will possess the ability to work independently while also building and maintaining professional relationships and partnerships.  Exceptional communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills are essential. 

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