The Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Conservation Educator to join the Environment team within the Community Identity Business Centre, Planning & Identity Sub-Division and Community Growth & Identity Division. Reporting to the Environment Team Leader, the Conservation Educator will be responsible for work such as:
- Working with community groups and interact with residents to encourage adoption of conservation based behaviours;
- Promoting and encouraging the community’s participation in environmental conservation strategies through community events and educational programs;
- Providing information related to water and energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions and waste reduction of environmental issues in general;
- Communicating door to door with residents and businesses about benefits and opportunities for energy and water efficiency and waste reduction;
- Assisting in coordinating various education and public information programs, special events and initiatives such as pollinator ecosystem enhancement and Environmental Education Centre based programs and events;
- Organizing, tracking, evaluating, and maintaining program information.
Opportunity Details
Job Posting ID
0126NP
Hours of Work
Up to 37.5 per week
Number of Openings
2
Standby Rotation Required
No
Driver's Abstract Required
No
Police Record Check Required
Yes
What we offer
- Career development
- Competitive salary
- Flexible work schedule
What you Bring
A combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to qualify. A typical way to qualify is equivalency to completion of a High School with specialized training recognized by a certification and/or a minimum 2 years completed towards a post secondary degree related to education and/or environment science, as well as:
- 1 or more years related work experience representing continuous learning;
- Clear and effective communicator, with strong verbal and written skills;
- Confident presenter, experienced in public speaking and delivering engaging presentations;
- Detail-oriented and organized, with strong time management and multitasking abilities;
- Computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite).