Environment and Climate Coordinator

Are you an environmental professional seeking an opportunity in the subarctic, where impacts of climate change are occurring at the community level? We are currently seeking a highly motivated individual to assume the role of Environment and Climate Coordinator with the Planning & Development Department. The City of Yellowknife is an inclusive employer offering a dynamic and rewarding work environment that delivers valuable services to our residents. Working in Local Government provides many opportunities to not only develop your career but also to improve the lives of residents and visitors to Yellowknife!

At the City, the diverse backgrounds of our employees help us to create a positive, safe and fun environment for us all. The City is committed to hiring a diverse and skilled workforce that is representative of the community, strengthening our ability to provide high-quality services and excellent customer service to residents. In addition, the City of Yellowknife is committed to reconciliation and implementing actions intended to increase the number of Indigenous peoples who work for the City. The City of Yellowknife welcomes applications from all qualified candidates and encourages Indigenous persons, visible minorities, and persons with a disability to self-declare when submitting their applications.

Reporting to the Manager, Planning and Environment, the incumbent contributes to the planning of; and implements and monitors various climate change, energy and environmental sustainability projects. This includes, but is not limited to, the research, analysis and implementation of climate change and environmental plans and policies. The Coordinator is responsible to support environmental programs that help the City of Yellowknife achieve its goals.

The work requires a degree from a recognized university in environmental science, engineering, planning, climate change or a related field, as well as a minimum of three (3) years' experience related to municipal environmental projects, energy planning, climate change, and other sustainable projects. The incumbent must be proficient in MS Office Suite, and must possess effective communication skills both verbally and in writing. The successful applicant is required to hold a valid Class 5 driver's license.

The City of Yellowknife offers a starting salary of $89,358.76 and a fully comprehensive benefits package including monthly housing and vacation travel allowances, and a defined benefit pension plan.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as interviews will be ongoing.

Please visit the City of Yellowknife Website at: www.yellowknife.ca to submit your resume and proof of education requirements.

Please be advised that the City of Yellowknife requires all prospective employees over the age of 17 to provide a criminal records check prior to employment. We thank all applicants who apply but advise that only those to be interviewed will be contacted.