Reg Environmental Coordinator
About the role
Department Information
The mandate of the Department of Environment and Climate Change is to manage land, water, air, wildlife, and forests. This includes promoting, planning, and supporting the wise and sustainable use of natural resources, and protecting, restoring, and stewarding the environment for the social and economic benefit of all Northwest Territories residents.
Job Information
The Regional Environmental Coordinator is located in Hay River and is accountable to manage and deliver strategies and programs designed to ensure that the Department of Environment and Climate Change 's regional environmental management objectives are met, including planning, coordinating and implementing regional environmental management programs (hazardous substances, hazards and solid waste management, air quality and environmental assessment);
The knowledge, skills and abilities, required for the position are:
- Demonstrated knowledge of environmental management practices and standards, in a territorial context.
- Specialized knowledge of environmental management practices and techniques (i.e. spill response, safe handling of hazardous substances and wastes, contaminated site management, air quality monitoring, land and water use);
- Knowledge of applicable federal and territorial legislation related to environmental management and assessment in the NWT.
- Strong oral communication skills and a demonstrated ability to express ideas;
- Strong organizational skills and an attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently in a cooperative environment.
- Working knowledge of computer software (word processing, spreadsheets, GIS, database).
- Ability to commit to actively upholding and consistently practicing personal diversity, inclusion and cultural awareness, as well as safety and sensitivity approaches in the workplace.
The above knowledge, skills and abilities are typically attained by:
A Bachelor of Science degree in one of the natural science disciplines and three years relevant experience, including program planning and delivery and environmental or socio-economic impact assessments.
Equivalencies may include
- A two year diploma in a relevant field in one of the natural sciences (such as Environmental Protection, Renewable Resources, etc) plus 5 years of relevant experience, a Valid NWT class 5 driver¿s Licence and a Valid permit to possess a firearm.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Hay River HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
209 - 62 WOODLAND DRIVE
HAY RIVER, NT X0E 1G1
Tel (867) 875-8086
jobshayriver@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.
Reg Environmental Coordinator
About the role
Department Information
The mandate of the Department of Environment and Climate Change is to manage land, water, air, wildlife, and forests. This includes promoting, planning, and supporting the wise and sustainable use of natural resources, and protecting, restoring, and stewarding the environment for the social and economic benefit of all Northwest Territories residents.
Job Information
The Regional Environmental Coordinator is located in Hay River and is accountable to manage and deliver strategies and programs designed to ensure that the Department of Environment and Climate Change 's regional environmental management objectives are met, including planning, coordinating and implementing regional environmental management programs (hazardous substances, hazards and solid waste management, air quality and environmental assessment);
The knowledge, skills and abilities, required for the position are:
- Demonstrated knowledge of environmental management practices and standards, in a territorial context.
- Specialized knowledge of environmental management practices and techniques (i.e. spill response, safe handling of hazardous substances and wastes, contaminated site management, air quality monitoring, land and water use);
- Knowledge of applicable federal and territorial legislation related to environmental management and assessment in the NWT.
- Strong oral communication skills and a demonstrated ability to express ideas;
- Strong organizational skills and an attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently in a cooperative environment.
- Working knowledge of computer software (word processing, spreadsheets, GIS, database).
- Ability to commit to actively upholding and consistently practicing personal diversity, inclusion and cultural awareness, as well as safety and sensitivity approaches in the workplace.
The above knowledge, skills and abilities are typically attained by:
A Bachelor of Science degree in one of the natural science disciplines and three years relevant experience, including program planning and delivery and environmental or socio-economic impact assessments.
Equivalencies may include
- A two year diploma in a relevant field in one of the natural sciences (such as Environmental Protection, Renewable Resources, etc) plus 5 years of relevant experience, a Valid NWT class 5 driver¿s Licence and a Valid permit to possess a firearm.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Hay River HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
209 - 62 WOODLAND DRIVE
HAY RIVER, NT X0E 1G1
Tel (867) 875-8086
jobshayriver@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.