Environmental Services Projects Specialist

City of Coquitlam is located at City Hall. The company is currently looking for applications for the role of Environmental Services Projects Specialist. We are seeking a self-disciplined individual with exceptional interpersonal skills. The chosen applicant will be required to join and begin their duties as soon as possible. This is a temporary full-time position with a 12-month term.

Employer Name
:
City of Coquitlam
Position
:
Environmental Services Projects Specialist
Salary
: $51.87 - $61.29 per hour
Employment type
:
Temporary Full-Time (12 Months)
Location
:
City Hall

• The candidate will be responsible for reviewing and analyzing development applications to ensure compliance with environmental legislation.
• The candidate will be responsible for issuing related permits and conducting site inspections to verify compliance.
• The candidate will be responsible for researching environmental considerations related to land use and development.
• The candidate will be responsible for coordinating the review and approval of applications with regulatory agencies.
• The candidate will be responsible for preparing and reviewing technical reports.
• The candidate will be responsible for developing draft environmental regulations.
• The candidate will be responsible for maintaining effective working relationships with internal staff, environmental organizations, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders.
• The candidate will be responsible for planning and conducting water quality sampling and reviewing and interpreting laboratory data.

• The candidate must hold a degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• The candidate will be required to demonstrate considerable related experience, with preference given to experience in a resource or environmental management planning setting.
• The candidate must be eligible for registration in a related professional association, such as the Association of Professional Biologists of B.C.
• The candidate will be preferred if they have a background in Planning and recent municipal experience.
• The candidate must have sound knowledge of standard research methods, techniques, and current trends in environmental land development.
• The candidate must have considerable knowledge of environmental legislation, policies, regulations, bylaws, and objectives governing environmental land use, including the Riparian Areas Protection Regulations and Migratory Birds Regulations.
• The candidate will be required to apply environmental legislation and regulatory knowledge in daily work by preparing reports and recommendations related to land use, development projects, programs, and policies.
• The candidate must demonstrate sound judgment and effective problem-solving skills while referring complex issues and policy matters to a supervisor.
• The candidate must have the ability to perform environmental planning, research, and analytical tasks.
• The candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• The candidate must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, environmental groups, internal and external contacts, and regulatory authorities.
• The candidate must hold a valid BC Driver's License.
• The selected candidate will have the opportunity to join a rapidly growing and diverse team dedicated to supporting the local community and participate in learning and development opportunities.
• The selected candidate will have the opportunity to participate in an earned day off program.
• The candidate will receive an attractive vacation and extended benefits package, including the ability to contribute to the Municipal Pension Plan.
• The candidate will work in an organization committed to creating an inclusive work environment that supports a growing and diverse workforce.