The Squamish-Lillooet Regional District (SLRD) is located in southwestern BC and consists of 4 member municipalities (Squamish, Whistler, Pemberton, Lillooet) and 4 electoral areas. The region contains some of the most spectacular forests, waterways, and mountains in the province and affords an endless range of opportunities for outdoor adventure.
Headquartered in Pemberton, which is the approximate geographic centre of the region, the SLRD delivers a wide range of regional, sub-regional and local services to its residents. Services include land use planning, solid waste management, building inspection, fire protection, emergency preparedness, 911 services, recreation, water and sewer utilities, regional transit, trails and open spaces as well as financial support for various community services.
The SLRD is seeking to fill the full-time permanent position of Utilities and Environmental Services Coordinator. This position will encompass a wide range of responsibilities within the SLRD Utilities and Environmental Services Department with a focus on Solid Waste Management. The primary purpose of this position is to implement, supervise, monitor and develop solid waste and recycling initiatives in accordance with the SLRD Solid Waste Management Plan and to oversee landfill and waste transfer stations and educational programming, under the direction of the Director of Utilities and Environmental Services.
The ideal candidate will have post-secondary training in the area of environmental science, environmental engineering or a related field, supplemented by 5 or more years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
In addition, the ideal candidate will also possess:
Demonstrated firsthand knowledge of Solid Waste Management practices;
Comprehensive understanding of the legislation and governance relating to Solid Waste Management, including the Environmental Act and Hazardous Waste Regulations;
Excellent research skills;
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills;
Highly organized, effective attention to detail and accuracy and excellent follow-through;
High level of integrity and accountability.
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For further information, please see the full job description at www.slrd.bc.ca/employment.
Compensation will be determined commensurate with knowledge, skills and ability, includes a comprehensive benefit package and Municipal Pension Plan and offers the ability to work a compressed work week (nine-day fortnight). Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume with a covering letter by email, no later than July 5, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. to: We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. |
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| Location: | Pemberton, BC |
| Profession(s): | Solid Waste & Recycling Environmental Services |
| Date Posted: | Thursday, June 4, 2015 at 9:37:12 AM (PST) |
| Posting Expires: | Sunday, July 5, 2015 at 5:00:00 PM (PST) |