This position is responsible for acting as a resource for environmental programming in Red Deer, which includes conducting research, developing and implementing programs, communicating environmental messages, and responding to inquiries.

Job Requirements:

• Two year diploma in an environmentally related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of 2 years experience in program creation and/or working in an environmentally related field
• Valid Class 5 drivers license
• In addition to the 9 Core Competencies identified for all employees of the City of Red Deer (Ethics & Values, Service Focus, Thinking, Planning & Organizing, Leadership, Development, Communication & Interaction, Adaptability & Change Management, Understanding the Municipal Political Environment), the following are specific to this position:
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail, well organized self starter and proven ability to coordinate work tasks in a fast paced environment with changing priorities
• Demonstrated experience conducting research, writing reports and presenting results.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with staff and the public including handing conflict
• Demonstrated public speaking ability and presentation skills
• Ability to represent The City and the Environmental Services Department to the public, the media, stakeholder groups and other governments.
• Ability to work individually or as part of a team
• Ability to translate technical concepts into lay terminology
• Knowledge of environmental initiative research methods, program development and effective public consultation methods
• Computer operation skills (including knowledge of Microsoft Office, database management, etc)

Specific Demands of the Job

• Demand on leisure time.
• PPE includes safety footwear, hard hat, safety vest and gloves
• Attendance required at meetings and public events outside of regular office hours
• This position works primarily in an office setting, however may periodically require working outdoors, e.g. at public events, the Farmer’s Market, etc.
• This position requires a high degree of working independently and periods of concentrated focus conducting in-depth research into complicated and potentially controversial subjects.
• Failure to fulfil obligations could negatively impact co-workers, committees, City Council and the public’s perception of The City.

Affiliation: CUPE

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, based on 37.5 hours per week. Required to work some evenings and weekends.

What we offer: In addition to a very competitive salary, benefits and vacation package, we offer a flexible work schedule and a great work environment with a dynamic and dedicated team of likeminded professionals.

This position closes on March 29, 2010.

Please create an online profile and application through the www.reddeer.ca website.

For more information or a more detailed job description, please contact humanresources@reddeer.ca.