Basic Function:Assists the Supervisor, Waste Management with preparing proposals, tenders, and reports. Develops options/recommendations and evaluates current and future waste collection and diversion programs, and coordinates communication and outreach material related to waste programs.
Position Description:- Provide daily assistance with respect to curbside waste collection operations and customer service to ensure consistency with the county's policies and procedures.
- Assist with special events and open houses, including, development of promotional and educational materials, coordinating service delivery of contractors on-site, and transporting and setting up displays and tents
- Measure, monitor and analyze collection programs through visual curbside audits, including, hands-on sampling, data collection and reporting/analysis of results.
- Assist in the implementation and review of curbside waste collection programs, operations, By-Laws and policies.
- Receive and respond to customer complaints concerning missed collection and general inquiries about waste management programs, including discussing applicable concerns with contractors.
- Assist contractors with contract interpretation.
- Provide support to staff and contractors at transfer stations by assisting with collection related issues, program issues and contractor issues.
- Assist in the creation and evaluation of Request for Proposals (RFPs), tenders and reports for waste collections, processing, reuse and disposal. Participate in contract discussions and maintenance.
- Communicate with local municipalities, community stakeholders and internal/external customers to address waste collection and program issues.
- Data entry and analysis of tonnage data for various waste streams to prepare statistics and reports.
- Assist with analysis of waste management data for the preparation of technical reports, work plans and project and budget approvals.
- Assist with waste container inventory and purchasing, ensuring database is accurate.
- Research future waste diversion programs and disposal options for potential development and implementation.
- Other duties as assigned
RequirementsKnowledge and Experience:- Two (2) year college diploma program i.e. in Environmental Technology, Environmental Science or related field of study
- One (1) year of relevant experience to be familiar with scope of the position would be an asset
Skills and Abilities:- Experience in solid waste management is ideal
- Familiarity with composting, recycling and waste processing/transfer equipment and facilities
- Knowledge of relevant Acts and Regulations
- Experience teaching/presenting to a variety of age groups is an asset
- Experience undertaking waste audits is an asset
- Valid Ontario driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle
- Computer expertise in corporate standard software (Microsoft Office) and department specific software to data search and entry and to create and modify word processed documents
- Must be aware of safe work practices as they relate to job responsibilities and work environment, and have the basic understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
BenefitsPosting #: NU 28.26 (1 vacancy)
Position: Waste Management Coordinator
Job Code: 8ESWMC
Status: Temporary Full Time (date of hire up to 8 months)
Employee Group: Non-Union
Salary: $72,594 - $94,371 per annum
Division: Public Works
Department: Environmental Services
Reports To: Supervisor, Waste Management
Location: Simcoe, ON (combination of office and site work based on operational requirements)
Posting Period: July 30, 2026 - August 13, 2026
How to Apply:- Ensure the file extension for your resume document is .doc, .docx or .pdf
- If you are electing to include a cover letter, the cover letter and resume must be uploaded as 1 file.
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