Needle Mitigation Worker

The City of Grande Prairie is a vibrant, growing community located in the beautiful Peace Country region of Alberta. We are committed to providing exceptional public service and enhancing the quality of life for all residents. Grande Prairie is a great place to live, work, and play. Our Mobile Outreach Department is looking for a dedicated Needle Mitigation Worker to join the team.

Position Responsibilities

The Needle Mitigation Worker will perform proactive needle sweeps, respond to requests by businesses and residents regarding needle debris, and monitor disposal bins through the community. The Needle Mitigation Worker will perform other departmental duties as directed by the Mobile Outreach Program Manager or their designate.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Clear Criminal Record Check
• Valid Alberta Drivers License – Class 5
• Satisfactory Drivers Abstract
• Ability to interpret / apply policies & procedures
• Excellent communication skills - orally and written
• Knowledge of computers and related applications is desirable

Hours

The standard workweek consists of an average of 25 hours, with the specific schedule being determined by the immediate supervisor.

Compensation

Wage of $24.28 per hour, as per the CUPE Collective Agreement.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package. What We Offer | City of Grande Prairie (cityofgp.com)

Diversity & Inclusion

The City of Grande Prairie is committed to building and sustaining an inclusive work environment composed of individuals with unique experiences, perspectives, talents, and contributions who welcome, support, respect and value all members of the community.

Selection Process

We appreciate your interest in our organization, and we thank you in advance for your application. Candidates selected for an interview will be notified via phone or email.

Note : After submitting your application and uploading your resume, you should expect to receive an email confirmation indicating that your application for this position has been successfully submitted. If you receive this email, there is no need for any additional contact with us regarding this position.

To efficiently manage the high volume of applications we receive for each job posting, we are unable to address job-specific inquiries prior to the interview stage. However, if you progress to the job interview stage, we will gladly answer any questions you may have.

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