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City of Toronto DIVERSION PROGRAM ASSISTANT in TORONTO, Ontario

DIVERSION PROGRAM ASSISTANT

  • Job ID: 50000

  • Job Category: Administrative

  • Division & Section: Solid Waste Management Services, SWM Collection & Litter Operations

  • Work Location: 86 Ingram Drive (Ingram Yard)

  • Job Type & Duration: Full-time, 2 Temporary (approx. up to 6 months)

  • Hourly Rate and Wage Grade: $26.90 - $29.48, TF4434, wage grade 4

  • Shift Information: 40 hours per week

  • Affiliation: L79 Full-time

  • Number of Positions Open: 2

  • Posting Period: 30-Oct-2024 to 14-Nov-2024

Major Responsibilities:

  • Conducts site visits to monitor and assess residential usage of bins i.e. contamination, quantity, etc. Locates, collects, records, and photographs findings.

  • Meets and works collaboratively with stakeholders i.e. residents, property managers, to communicate project information, provide specific program details, address concerns, make suggestions and provide information on alternatives/options.

  • Attends public consultation sessions to assist with raising awareness of/and promote City of Toronto environmental programs and services. Educates and interacts with public/residents.

  • Loads/unloads items for transportation.

  • Performs various office functions such as filing, data entry, photocopying, etc.

  • Responds to e-mail, phone and in-person inquiries.

  • Collects information for various projects/assignments/operations.

  • Inputs/retrieves/updates/maintains data.

  • Operates office equipment and computers utilizing a variety of software packages.

  • Operates City of Toronto passenger vehicle.

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

  1. Experience working with the public in a front-line customer service position.

  2. Experience utilizing various office equipment or software such as Microsoft Office including Word and Excel.

  3. Must possess a current Ontario Class "G" Driver's Licence or better, and the ability to obtain and maintain a City Driver's permit.

You must also have:

  • Interpersonal skills and customer service skills with the ability to interact and communicate effectively with members of the public both orally and in writing.

  • Must be flexible to work days, afternoons, nights, weekends, and statutory holidays as operationally required.

  • Must be flexible to work outdoors and to report to various work locations, and work in all weather conditions

  • Ability to work both independently with limited supervision and as a team member.

  • Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to take initiative.

  • Must be physically capable of performing the required duties.

  • Knowledge of solid waste initiatives including waste diversion would be an asset.

  • Community College Diploma and/or equivalent combination of education and experience would be considered an asset.

  • Experience working in the public sector would be considered an asset.

NOTE TO INTERNAL FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME CITY OF TORONTO EMPLOYEES:

City of Toronto employees must apply to full-time or part-time employment opportunities posted on the City's Internal Job Posting Portal.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment toemployment equity (https://jobs.toronto.ca/jobsatcity/content/Hiring-Policies-and-Statements/?locale=en_US) .

Accommodation

The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request . Learn more about the City’sHiring Policies and Accommodation Process (https://jobs.toronto.ca/jobsatcity/content/Hiring-Policies-and-Statements/?locale=en_US) .

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