Waste Compliance & Education Specialist

Job ID: 2790

Openings: 1

Jurisdiction: Civic Middle Management

Division: City Operations

Department: Water, Waste & Environment

Branch: Program Development & Delivery

Location Name: Regina, Saskatchewan, CA

Type of Posting: Internal & External

Employment Type: Permanent

Hourly Salary: $34.04 - $42.68

Annual Salary: $64,901.00 - $81,374.00

Date Posted: March 31, 2025

Closing Date: April 21, 2025

Land Acknowledgement

We are proud to reside on Treaty 4 Territory and the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dakota, Nakota, Lakota, and Métis Nation, honoring and respecting these Nations and ancestors of this territory and grateful to be here. Regina is committed to building trust and creating true partnerships with Indigenous peoples.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The City of Regina is an equal opportunities employer dedicated to fostering a respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace, allowing everyone to achieve their full potential. We value diversity as a key to our success and encourage all qualified candidates, including Indigenous peoples, people of color, 2SLGBTQIAP+ individuals of all genders, persons of disabilities, and members of equity-seeking communities, to apply.

The City of Regina is committed to ensure accessible and accommodating processes during the application and selection phases. If you need accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform our Talent team and we'll collaborate with you to address your requirements.

Position Summary

The Waste Management Education & Compliance Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing research-based strategies to enhance waste management education and compliance within multi-family dwellings and the industrial, commercial, and institutional (IC&I) sector. This role involves conducting research, analyzing data, developing outreach programs, engaging with stakeholders, and ensuring adherence to waste management regulations. The successful candidate will collaborate with internal and external partners to promote bylaw compliance and sustainability initiatives.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Design, conduct, and interpret research to develop waste management education and compliance strategies.
• Organize and conduct focus groups, surveys, and stakeholder discussions to assess compliance challenges.
• Coordinate and implement public engagement initiatives, including presentations and outreach events.
• Respond to inquiries and complaints related to waste management regulations and compliance.
• Develop and manage waste diversion programs to promote awareness and bylaw adherence.
• Conduct compliance monitoring, including audits and evaluations of waste regulation adherence.
• Retrieve and analyze waste management data to support program evaluation and performance measurement.
• Represent the department on committees and project teams related to waste education and compliance.
• Prepare reports, compliance updates, and educational materials for stakeholders.
• Conduct site inspections and investigations to assess and enforce bylaw compliance.

Key Qualifications

• Typically, the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position are obtained through the successful completion of a post-secondary degree in Environmental Studies, Waste Management, Communications, or a related field, combined with one (1) to three (3) years of experience in conducting applied research, or community outreach. Experience in compliance enforcement and data analysis is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of waste management strategies, compliance principles, and data analysis techniques.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and public speaking skills.
• Ability to retrieve and interpret data to develop education and outreach strategies.
• Familiarity with municipal waste regulations and compliance enforcement procedures.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools.

Working/Other Conditions

• Valid Class 5 driver’s license with the ability to travel within the City of Regina.
• Willingness to perform fieldwork in varying weather conditions.
• Successful candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check and proof of education credentials.

Additional Requirements

• Successful candidates may be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check per the City of Regina's Criminal Record Check Policy.
• Proof of education is required.
• Additional assessments may be conducted to evaluate competencies, skills, and knowledge.

At City of Regina, we offer competitive compensation, health and wellness benefits, and growth through educational support and in-house courses. If you’re passionate about public service and making a difference, apply now!

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