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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 a Waste and Recycling Educator, you will represent Waste and Recycling Services (WRS) in all aspects of the business unit and promote the vision of leading the community towards zero waste through the development and delivery of public programs. Primary duties include:

• Develop and deliver WRS educational programs to school groups, general public and specific groups as requested, such as seniors, persons with developmental disabilities, businesses, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
• Maintain program information, track participation, and evaluate programs on an ongoing basis.
• Liaise with local organizations to train volunteers in support of their waste and recycling education and waste diversion efforts.
• Represent WRS at public events such as trade shows, festivals, councilor events, and booths in public areas.
• Collaborate with internal departments to develop customized information sessions to promote services.
• Develop communication materials and write educational material based on the latest research in the field of environmental education.
• Coordinate with internal departments to collect and analyze data.

Qualifications

• A completed 2-year diploma in Environmental Education, Communications, Environmental Sciences, or a related field, combined with at least 3 years of relevant experience; OR
• A degree in any of the above listed fields or related combined with at least 1 year of relevant experience.
• Experience must include customer service, handling customer complaints and difficult customers, education techniques, and event management.
• A valid Class 5 Driver's License (or provincial equivalency) with no more than 6 demerits OR a Class 5 Graduated Driver's License (GDL) with no more than 4 demerits, and no current charges or suspension pending is required.
• A solid understanding of environmental education techniques will be considered an asset.
• Excellent customer focus, communication, social marketing and environmental education skills, along with the ability to engage and interact with the public.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in an office environment, landfill, community centres, and exhibition halls. Required to drive to offsite meetings.

Pre-employment Requirements

• Must obtain a City of Calgary operator's permit .
• Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Position and Pay Information

• Business Unit: Waste and Recycling Services
• Union: CUPE Local 38
• Position Type: 1 Temporary Part-Time (up to 18 months)
• Compensation: Pay Grade 8 $39.00 - 52.14 per hour
• Hours of work: Up to 17.5 hours per week
• Days of work: This position works various days in a work week.
• Location: 480 36 Avenue SE
• Audience: Internal/External
• Apply By: June 3, 2026
• Job ID: 314519