Temporary Waste Coordinator (anticipated up to 6 months)

Temporary Waste Coordinator (anticipated up to 6 months) page is loaded## Temporary Waste Coordinator (anticipated up to 6 months)remote type : Frontline Hybridlocations : Operations Centretime type : Full timeposted on : Posted Todayjob requisition id : JR5225# Our team is highly skilled, passionate about our community, and we care. Let’s grow together.#

• Who We Are
• In Whitby, we are dedicated to our work, our community, and each other. We work hard, we have fun, and we celebrate our successes. The Town of Whitby is a community in transformation that is located in the heart of Durham Region in the eastern Greater Toronto Area. Whitby is the second-largest municipality in the region and one of the fastest-growing communities in Canada. Located on Lake Ontario and only an hour east of Toronto, the population of Whitby is expected to grow from 140,000 to more than 200,000 by 2031. Whitby’s Official Plan has been updated to establish new directions for Whitby’s planned growth and development; the protection of our natural and built environments; urban design intensification; sustainability; community improvement; and, new employment within this time frame. The Town of Whitby combines a small town atmosphere with the sophistication and amenities of a larger urban centre. Whitby boasts two beautiful heritage downtowns, one of the finest recreational harbours with an award-winning marina, year round sports and recreation activities, parks, trails, and a robust arts and culture scene, all of which are part of the extraordinary amenities that Whitby residents enjoy every day. Whitby has an exciting and aspiring future, with a community that is welcoming, growing and transforming. On our team, you can expect to make a difference through your work and have a direct impact on shaping our growing community. Creating an inclusive environment where employees experience job satisfaction and have rewarding careers is important to us. We live our values and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, respect and engagement where people enjoy coming to work. The Town of Whitby is a hybrid organization. This means staff are empowered to do their best work from various locations, as appropriate for the position. We want to be the preferred employer for the most talented people who care about the Town of Whitby, and are excited and proud to serve our vibrant community. Let’s grow together.#
• What You Will Get To Do
• The successful candidate will have a positive impact on our corporate culture by demonstrating the Town’s CARE core values (Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Engaged) through daily interactions with individuals at all levels of the organization, external contacts and elected officials.By effectively building positive rapport and relationships both internally and externally, the successful candidate will help us achieve our mission that together we deliver services that make a difference in our community.Reporting to, and under the direction of the Manager of Waste Services, the Waste Services Coordinator will assist in the development and implementation of the waste management programs and activities, policies and procedures; track key performance indicators for waste collection operations, and will occasionally oversee waste collection staff in the absence of the Working Foreperson.Responsibilities include :
• Assist with developing and establishing best practices;
• monitor performance measures;
• research new technologies and equipment;
• develop advertising, promotional and educational programs;
• administer online and mobile waste collection schedules;
• assist with administration of division’s two-way communion tools and updating GIS mapping needs;
• monitor public input and feedback on waste management programs;
• contract administration for apartment and facilities waste collection;
• develop program cost analysis and projections;
• track waste management program expenditures;
• prepare request for proposals, request for quotations, tenders, and other waste management contractual relationships;
• prepare written documentation that informs Departmental and Council / Committee reports, and other internal and external correspondence;
• liaise with other Departments and outside agencies to coordinate internal and external waste management initiatives;
• assist with administering contracted landfill monitoring program,
• coordinate corporate hazardous waste management system for municipal facilities;
• fill in for Working Foreperson as occasionally needed and,
• other duties as may be assigned.#
• Who You Are
• Our Operations team is looking for a self-motivated, solutions-oriented team player. You value partnerships. Using your excellent communication and interpersonal skills you foster a collaborative team environment among co-workers, and work well both independently and as part of a team. You demonstrate tact, diplomacy and sound discretion when working with a broad range of partners.A high volume of work does not intimidate you. You are excellent at prioritization and time management, and can work under pressure to meet deadlines. You are a problem solver. You love to research and analyze problems : identifying, gathering and processing relevant information to determine possible solutions, evaluate them and make recommendations. #
• What You Bring To Our Team
• As the successful applicant, you must possess :
• a minimum of a three (3) year post-secondary diploma in accounting, business, engineering, environmental science, or waste management;
• possess a minimum of two (2) years directly related experience;
• a willingness to obtain the Certified Manager certification with specialization in Municipal Solid Waste Management Systems from the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA)
• demonstrated understanding of municipal government and related regulations and legislation
• understanding of residential curbside waste collection and waste diversion programs
• intermediate level knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) web-based communication
• Basic knowledge of GIS mapping applications would be an asset
• valid, unrestricted class “G” license, with access to a personal vehicle#
• What We Offer You
• A comprehensive benefits and pension program to ensure that your total compensation package addresses both your work and life needs.
• Salary Range / Hourly rate :
• $34.98 - $43.70
• Hybrid information :
• Frontline Hybrid
• Hours :
• Current shift schedule : Monday to Friday, 7 : 00 a.m. – 3 : 30 p.m., forty (40) hours per week. Hours of work may be subject to change, shifts may be scheduled between the hours of 7 : 00 a.m. and 7 : 00 p.m., Monday to Saturday.
• Closing Date :
• February 2, 2026
• Vacancy Statement :
• Unless specifically stated, all job postings at the Town of Whitby are to fill existing vacancies within our organization.
• Our commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Antiracism
• At the Town of Whitby, we view holistic inclusion as the pathway to achieving healthy relationships, inclusive excellence and fostering a culture where everyone can thrive. We acknowledge our history—the good and the bad, promote social justice and address discrimination and inequities. We strive to create a workplace that encourages you to always bring your authentic self to work.
• Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
• The Town of Whitby is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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• The Town of Whitby is committed to creating

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