Environmental Programs Strategist
Top Benefits
About the role
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
As an Environmental Programs Strategist, you will shape and lead environment programs that currently focus on watershed resiliency with a primary focus on the design, implementation and monitoring of water efficiency programs. You will support the Climate and Environment business unit outcomes and achieve organizational environmental goals to strengthen corporate and Council decision-making. You will provide implementation oversight, strategic expertise, analysis, and advice to senior leadership. Primary duties include:
- Lead and coordinate the implementation of environmental programs, ensuring relevant Council priorities, business unit divisional goals, and City environmental outcomes are successfully achieved.
- Provide critical thinking, research, strategic analysis, and aggregated subject matter expertise to inform program and business decisions.
- Maintain a general (not expert) level of knowledge and current information for each environmental program assignment.
- Collaborate with, support, and facilitate an extended program team working on diverse projects and actions to achieve the common program goals.
- Lead projects or actions within an environmental program to completion or to transition to another team for operational sustainment.
- Prepare reporting, presentations, and communication on environmental programs progress, adaptive implementation, and outcomes for senior management, Council, and other interested parties.
- Provide program input into the development of new environmental plans, policy, and programs to enable practical implementation.
Qualifications
- A degree in environmental science, environmental studies, natural resource management, social science, public policy, economics or a related field and at least 10 years of experience; OR
- A graduate degree in environmental science, environmental studies, natural resource management, social science, public policy, business administration or a related field and at least 8 years of experience.
- Experience must include program management in the environment or water sector, strategic planning, complex problem solving, research/analysis, and engagement/facilitation.
- Experience in program planning, design, implementation and evaluation is essential.
- Experience in water efficiency program development, qualitative and quantitative research and analysis, program evaluation and financial analysis would be considered as assets.
- Strong analytical, problem solving, communication, time management, and strategic thinking skills are essential as well as the ability to prioritize, build consensus among collaborators, manage ambiguity, and influence without authority.
Pre-employment Requirements
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Workstyle
- This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.
Union: CUPE Local 38
Business Unit: Climate and Environment
Position Type: 2 Permanent, 1 Temporary
(up to 18 months)
Location: 625 25 Avenue SE
Compensation: Pay Grade 12 $48.54 - 64.88 per hour
Days of Work: This position typically works a 5 day
work week, with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: March 30, 2026
Job ID #: 313910
About City of Calgary
City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.
A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.
To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.
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Environmental Programs Strategist
Top Benefits
About the role
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
As an Environmental Programs Strategist, you will shape and lead environment programs that currently focus on watershed resiliency with a primary focus on the design, implementation and monitoring of water efficiency programs. You will support the Climate and Environment business unit outcomes and achieve organizational environmental goals to strengthen corporate and Council decision-making. You will provide implementation oversight, strategic expertise, analysis, and advice to senior leadership. Primary duties include:
- Lead and coordinate the implementation of environmental programs, ensuring relevant Council priorities, business unit divisional goals, and City environmental outcomes are successfully achieved.
- Provide critical thinking, research, strategic analysis, and aggregated subject matter expertise to inform program and business decisions.
- Maintain a general (not expert) level of knowledge and current information for each environmental program assignment.
- Collaborate with, support, and facilitate an extended program team working on diverse projects and actions to achieve the common program goals.
- Lead projects or actions within an environmental program to completion or to transition to another team for operational sustainment.
- Prepare reporting, presentations, and communication on environmental programs progress, adaptive implementation, and outcomes for senior management, Council, and other interested parties.
- Provide program input into the development of new environmental plans, policy, and programs to enable practical implementation.
Qualifications
- A degree in environmental science, environmental studies, natural resource management, social science, public policy, economics or a related field and at least 10 years of experience; OR
- A graduate degree in environmental science, environmental studies, natural resource management, social science, public policy, business administration or a related field and at least 8 years of experience.
- Experience must include program management in the environment or water sector, strategic planning, complex problem solving, research/analysis, and engagement/facilitation.
- Experience in program planning, design, implementation and evaluation is essential.
- Experience in water efficiency program development, qualitative and quantitative research and analysis, program evaluation and financial analysis would be considered as assets.
- Strong analytical, problem solving, communication, time management, and strategic thinking skills are essential as well as the ability to prioritize, build consensus among collaborators, manage ambiguity, and influence without authority.
Pre-employment Requirements
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Workstyle
- This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.
Union: CUPE Local 38
Business Unit: Climate and Environment
Position Type: 2 Permanent, 1 Temporary
(up to 18 months)
Location: 625 25 Avenue SE
Compensation: Pay Grade 12 $48.54 - 64.88 per hour
Days of Work: This position typically works a 5 day
work week, with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: March 30, 2026
Job ID #: 313910
About City of Calgary
City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.
A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.
To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.