WASTE REDUCTION & SUSTAINABILITY COORDINATOR:

($64,991.02 - $75,143.40 Annually)

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Manager, Recycling and Waste Management, the Waste Reduction & Sustainability Coordinator (WRSC) assists in the development, promotion, delivery and evaluation of tenant and staff engagement initiatives and programs that support BC Housing waste management and sustainability commitments. He/She/They focus specifically on sustainable waste management practices at public housing sites in the Lower Mainland and other regions in BC with the goal to reduce the amount of residential waste generated at BC Housing sites, increase compliance with existing recycling programs and ongoing education on sustainable practices.
The incumbent assists in planning, coordinating, and implementing site specific staff, tenant, and vendor engagement initiatives with a focus on sustainable practices based on Provincial, Municipal, Federal mandates and guidelines and promotes established best practices to reduce waste.
The position travels to different sites throughout the Lower Mainland with occasional travel to other parts of the province to conduct work. The position partners with health services, emergency services and sustainability staff on an as needed basis and enhances engagement with internal and external stakeholders under the direction of the Manager.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in sustainability, waste management, environmental sciences, social sciences, or other relevant discipline.
• Sound experience in recycling and waste reduction initiatives.
• Some direct industry experience in waste management and sustainability, facilitation in community settings, program evaluation and working with people from diverse socio-economic backgrounds.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the employer.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Sound knowledge of recycling protocols, sustainability practices and programs, climate change and policies related to sustainability.
  • Some knowledge of recycling and waste removal protocols and transportation of said materials from residential, multifamily and ICI’s (institutional, commercial, and Industrial).
  • Some knowledge of community based social marketing and community development.
  • Basic understanding of behavioural change, community education frameworks and programs.
  • Basic understanding of sustainability barriers.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communications skills including presentations, and workshop facilitation.
  • Proficient in MS Office and Internet search tools.
  • Good skills in group management and conflict resolution.
  • Good skills in outreach and workshop facilitation.
  • Ability to organize and administer programs to a diverse group of people facing multiple barriers and challenges.
  Ability to support and develop positive working relationships across various levels internally as well as externally.
  • Ability to educate in a friendly, engaging, and non-judgmental manner.
  • Ability to navigate challenges through consensus building.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team and partnership context as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Ability to undertake physical work for significant periods of time and ability to lift 15kg.
  • Ability to travel and work periodic evenings and weekends; transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the position.
  • Valid Class 5 BC driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

• Due to the nature of this role, a valid class 5 driver's license and satisfactory driving record is required.

Indigenous candidates are welcome to connect with an Indigenous team member in our organization to discuss the recruitment process and our workplace, please contact  to arrange a call.