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Job Description:
Technical Analyst, Outreach and Education
Technical Analyst, Outreach and Education
Public Works – Operations Support
Regular Full-Time
Reporting to the Supervisor in Environmental Education you will develop and implement education and outreach initiatives to support ongoing programs of the Region of Peel’s Public Works Department as identified in the Environmental Education Strategy. This will be done by maintaining working relationships with internal and external partners to identify focused needs and program synergies. With a focus on waste management, evaluate industry best practices and incorporate results into relevant education and outreach initiatives.
Responsibilities:
Provide specialized guidance and advice in the development, implementation and evaluation of new Public Works outreach and education initiatives and materials
Compile, analyze, and monitor data to assess the performance and effectiveness of waste management education programs and make programming recommendations
Provide specialized guidance and advice in the development, implementation and evaluation of current and new waste management programs including school waste workshops, virtual tours, online resources, and residential outreach and education
Develop and maintain cooperative and collaborative relationships with internal and external partners to support the goals of the Environmental Education Strategy
Provide training and guidance to co-op students to assist with program development and implementation
Support other Environmental Education team initiatives and participate in community outreach and special events such as fairs, home shows, and workshops
Represent the Region on various internal and external committees including the Peel Children’s Water Festival
Work with Communication Services to co-ordinate the design and creation of environmental education related resources and materials
Qualifications:
University degree or technical diploma with relevant studies in science, environment, engineering or related field, with at least three years of combined relevant experience
An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered
Knowledge of water, wastewater, waste management and transportation programs
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated organizational skills
Experience coordinating and overseeing projects or programs
Proven customer service and public relations skills
Strong research and report writing skills
Knowledge of the Ontario Curriculum Expectations and/or experience instructing in a classroom setting would be an asset
Strong computer skills, utilizing MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Ability to work independently
Class “G” license in good standing
Ability to obtain a clear Police Vulnerable Sector Check to the satisfaction of the Region
Location: In this role you will have the ability to work remotely and attend on-site when required based on operational requirements at the 2 Copper Road, Brampton, ON worksite. The frequency of on-site activities may vary on a weekly basis and based on operational requirements. Your remote work location must be located within the province of Ontario.
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Interview: Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology.
If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.
As part of the Region’s ongoing commitment to health and safety, there are enhanced Covid-19 specific safety protocols and/or personal protective equipment requirements (e.g. masks, eye protection, etc.) in place to help protect health and safety. The additional requirements are determined based on the nature of the work being carried out.
New employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Being fully vaccinated is determined as the status of having received the full series of approved vaccines (both doses of a two dose vaccine series, one dose of a single dose vaccine series) and any additional doses required and approved by Health Canada and having satisfied the full post vaccination period required to ensure vaccination efficacy. The Region of Peel reserves the right to request proof of vaccination at any time. Acceptable proof includes an Ontario Ministry of Health COVID-19 vaccine receipt which you can obtain through the Provincial portal https://covid19.ontariohealth.ca/, or other government-issued vaccine passport or certification.
The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you are not fully vaccinated, a documented medical reason provided by a physician or registered nurse and time period for the medical reason may be accepted.
About Us:
The Region of Peel serves more than 1.4 million residents and approximately 173,000 businesses in Brampton, Caledon and Mississauga. We deliver a wide range of resident focused services across the Region.
Our 20-year vision for Peel is “Community for Life.” Our goal is to create a place where everyone enjoys a sense of belonging and has access to the services and opportunities needed to thrive in each stage of their lives. Our 2015-2035 Strategic Plan outlines the work we’re focused on to bring this vision to life.
To learn more about the Region of Peel, explore peelregion.ca.
Additional Information:
The Region of Peel is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.
The Region of Peel is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
Please be advised, the Region of Peel uses email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e. testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.
