Environmental Sustainability Coordinator

JOB SUMMARY

The Environmental Sustainability Coordinator manages town environmental initiatives and programs, assists town staff with Environmental Sustainability, and prepares applications for funding.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• To develop and implement policies, programs, and plans related to urban forest management, water conservation, energy conservation, natural area protection, natural resource efficiency, transit and active transportation, and climate change
• In collaboration with other departments, to develop public environmental education materials, programs and strategies which encourage and enable resident stewardship of the natural environment
• To implement projects to restore natural assets and natural infrastructure within the Town of Stratford
• In collaboration with other departments, to mitigate the environmental impacts of land development
• To identify and secure sources of funding for Environmental Sustainability projects
• To research and recommend new Environmental Sustainability initiatives for the Town of Stratford
• To monitor and report on the progress of the Town of Stratford toward Environmental Sustainability goals
• To encourage and support town departments and staff to become environmentally sustainable.
• To represent the Town of Stratford on topics of Environmental Sustainability at conferences, meetings, and events
• To partner with other municipalities, levels of government, and organizations to implement joint projects and programs related to Environmental Sustainability To complete other duties as assigned

KNOW HOW

• Extensive knowledge of Environmental Sustainability typically acquired through a diploma or degree in environmental studies or a related program, supplemented by two or more years of related experience
• Proficiency in research, writing, analysis and supervision of field staff
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports to the Chief Administrative Officer
• Advises town staff in Environmental Sustainability
• Liaises with the Stratford and Area Watershed Improvement Group.
• Interacts with Council, staff, committee members, residents, NGOs, governments and other stakeholders

PROBLEM SOLVING

• The ability to develop and evaluate strategies for effectiveness and efficiency
• The ability to adapt with shifting priorities in a dynamic environment
• The ability to tactfully handle complaints and direct to the appropriate department

ACCOUNTABILITY

Accountable to the Chief Administrative Officer for performance

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Physical Effort - work involves sitting for extended periods and occasional field work
• Physical Environment - works in an office environment, usually independently, with site visits and field work supervision in natural settings
• Sensory Attention - work requires significant computer screen time, attention to detail, regular interruptions, and significant interactions with staff and members of the public
• Mental Stress – work will involve meeting deadlines, schedule management, attending meetings and events after normal work hours, and occasional unpleasant interactions with members of the public

Job Types: Contract, Full-time

Pay: $54,405.00-$63,043.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Ability to Commute:

• Stratford, PE C1B 2V8 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Stratford, PE C1B 2V8: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person