Waste Management Coordinator

About This Role

This role leads the development, coordination, and implementation of the City's waste management program, reporting to the Manager, Energy and Waste. The coordinator is responsible for developing waste policy, negotiating waste collection contracts, and overseeing pilot projects and public education initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Establish, update, and revise waste management service levels by analyzing information gathered through research, public consultation, and pilot programs
• Produce staff reports to present information and service level recommendations to Council
• Maintain the terms of the City's waste collection contract, updating and revising specifications as necessary to reflect service levels
• Assist in developing and implementing processes to manage the various aspects of the waste collection contract, including designing contract management tools and penalty protocols, and assisting with the process to initiate collection in new developments
• Review all applicable proposed legislative changes and draft formal comments to present to other levels of government on behalf of the City
• Coordinate regular updates to the City's Waste Development Standards, setting out requirements for new developments to receive municipal waste collection service
• Update and maintain the Waste Management By-Law to support waste service levels and provide status to the Waste Development Standards
• Provide input to zoning by-laws related to waste development requirements, as well as advice to development planning processes related to waste development requirements
• Assist with the review of development applications as it relates to waste management requirements
• Provide subject matter expert advice to other City staff (i.e. Planning and Legal staff) on issues of waste management as required
• Provide guidance to the Waste Analyst related to annual waste audits and reports required
• Provide guidance to the Waste Analyst related to the City's community-based waste diversion programs, including the Going Up program (organic waste diversion in multi-residential buildings), recycling in public spaces, and pilot projects
• Assist with production of the annual waste calendar, and coordinate content for the waste webpage and phone app
• Monitor, assess, and respond to changes in legislation as they relate to waste management
• Liaise with various agencies regarding changes in legislation
• Develop staff reports and issue notes on waste legislation for Council and senior management
• Participate in the Waste Management Program Assistant recruitment process and workplan management (functional supervision of part time and contract staff)
• Administer budget invoicing, tracking, and reporting for Waste Management-related expenditures
• Assist with providing waste education and outreach at community events

Requirements

• Degree in Environmental Studies, Engineering, or related field
• 5 years of relevant experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), OnPoint, GIS, Maximo, CRM
• Strong working knowledge of waste management operations, contract management, policies, programs, legislation, audits, and best practices
• Experience with developing waste management standards for new developments and in reviewing development applications to ensure they meet waste standards
• Experience in project management and implementing pilot projects
• Strong research skills, and experience in policy analysis and development
• Experience interacting with and leading public outreach
• Ability to work independently and as a collaborative member of a team
• Organizational and time management skills to meet deadlines and deliver program outcomes
• Demonstrates good judgment and makes sound decisions
• Shows commitment to personal growth, development, and leadership opportunities
• Shares new ideas and challenges the status quo
• Proven written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with honesty, openness, respect, and trust
• Takes initiative to participate in a culture of learning, mentoring, and sharing
• Contributes to building and being a part of a positive culture
• Must possess a valid Ontario Class "G" Driver's License, and have access to a vehicle for use on corporate business (mileage compensated) and will be required to provide proof of vehicle insurance upon hire
• Regular office environment and at times required to visit/inspect waste management areas
• Demonstrate the City’s corporate values of care, collaboration, courage, and service

Nice to have:

• Environmental Practitioner certification
• Certified Waste Auditor
• Prior experience in a municipal setting

Important Details

• Contract: Temporary Full Time, 18 months
• Application deadline: 11/13/2026

About the Company

The City of Richmond Hill is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes.