Status

Temporary Full-Time

Temporary - Approximate length of assignment, in months

12

Type of Position

a Replacement - Converted

Start Date

Immediate

Salary

Annually

Salary Grade

$110,068.00 - $125,003.00

Department

York Region -> Public Works -> SustainabilityComm&Innovation

Location

17250 Yonge Street, - Newmarket, ON L3Y 6Z1 CA (Primary)
Hybrid work opportunities may apply - CA

Job Description (E)

ABOUT US

Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

WHAT WE OFFER

Consistently named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.

• Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.

• Employer of Choice - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.

• Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to an employee health care spending account, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. Casual employees are eligible to receive payment in lieu of benefits and/or vacation.

• Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Manager Innovation and Sustainability, this position is responsible for advocating for policies, incentives, and market mechanisms that accelerate sustainable practices and technologies across the Region. Identifies and champions opportunities for community energy innovation projects, facilitating and promoting their development from concept to implementation. Creates and fosters strategic partnerships, including with the development community, municipalities, businesses, utilities, and community organizations, the position mobilizes investment in low-carbon solutions, strengthens regulatory frameworks, promotes economic development, and fosters innovation.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Collaborates/works with partners and follows the corporate strategic leadership, planning and direction related to this function.

• Develops and supports Public Works’ sustainability roadmap in alignment with the corporate strategic plan, ESG Priorities, Climate Change Action Plan, Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan and annual business priorities.

• Develops multi-year plan(s) with the input from operational areas subject matter experts to implement community energy innovation projects that quantify and make use of waste byproducts, reduce costs and/or generate new sources of revenue for the Region.

• Collaborates and engages in opportunities for community energy innovation projects by facilitating and promoting their development with the housing development community, municipalities, businesses, utilities, and community organizations

• Develops, and updates departmental sustainability policies and standards to evolve sustainability governance and outcomes through delivery of capital infrastructure and delivery of department operations and services.

• Evaluates department emissions, environmental discharges, waste disposal and resource use and is responsible for setting minimization targets and developing mitigation strategies, including exploring potential cost efficiencies and / or new revenue streams in collaboration with program leads and in alignment with the Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan.

• Effectively manage and continuously improve processes and systems to capture relevant sustainability data for annual reporting obligations.

• Performs other duties as assigned, in accordance with Branch and Department objectives.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Successful completion of a University Degree or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum three (3) years demonstrated experience in sustainability environmental management or related role including demonstrated minimum of one (1) year of direct supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant program development, applicable legislation and industry standards, and current practices.
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant Standards, Acts and Regulations.
• Ability to demonstrate the Region's leadership and core competencies.
• Demonstrated report writing, analytical and project management skills to meet program objectives and work to tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, implement and evaluate programs and services in assigned program area, and to develop and implement change management plans.
• Staff supervisory skills including knowledge of collective agreement administration and interpretation, labour relations principles and practices and relevant employment legislation.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to connect with a range of internal and external partners while focusing on fostering collaborative work relationships.
• Strong communication, influencing and presentation skills with a strong customer focus.
• Strong leadership to proactively engage in accessibility, diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, committing to and taking action to contribute to a more accessible, diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.
• Advanced skills MS Office Suite and use of virtual platforms.
• Ability to travel to offsite locations, as required.
• Ability to work outside regular business hours.

Council Approval Date

Scheduled Weekly Hours

35

Scheduled Shifts

8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Operational Hours

Close Date

February 16, 2026

of Hires Needed

1

Union

Non Union Staff

Please apply online by 5:00PM EST of the closing date indicated above.

All employment opportunities are recorded on a 24-Hour Career Line and may be accessed by calling 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75508. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please be advised, York Region uses email as the primary means of communication with candidates and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. Please ensure your email address is up to date, checked frequently (including your spam folder), and accepts messages from unknown users.

York Region is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage and celebrate our diversity, aiming to build a qualified workforce that reflects the population we serve. Should you require an accommodation under the Human Rights Code during the recruitment and selection process, including accessible formats and communication supports, please email careers@york.ca or call 1-877-464-9675 extension 75506. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request during recruitment processes and throughout employment.