Environmental Regulatory Planner (Wastewater Source Control)

Position Information

Department: Liquid Waste Services
Employee Group: Teamsters Local 31
Location: 4515 Central Boulevard, Burnaby
Salary Range/ Wage Rate: PG T30 $4,228.20 - $5,007.58 bi-weekly

Our Liquid Waste Services Department is seeking an Environmental Regulatory Planner within the Source Control Planning and Management Program. This role will be responsible for a wide range of planning and policy initiatives related to preventing and reducing liquid waste contaminants from entering the region’s wastewater systems.

You are: An innovative problem solver with a passion for working collaboratively to support Metro Vancouver’s planning and management of current and emerging liquid waste issues. You seek impactful work and the opportunity to improve the sustainability and resiliency of our region.

This role:

• Develops and prepares regulatory proposals such as new or amended bylaws on the discharge of liquid waste to the sewer system in accordance with established liquid management plans.
• Maintains currency with and identifies issues requiring regulatory, education and/or outreach solutions and researches and recommends related strategies; coordinates with internal and external contacts on the development of a variety of initiatives and on related implementation strategies.
• Prepares issue papers, reports and detailed recommendations for consideration of senior staff; develops and delivers presentations and workshops.
• Develops, revises and recommends fee formulas and schedules for regulatory and other services provided by Metro Vancouver.
• Develops, recommends and implements consultation plans to obtain input on proposed regulatory and fee initiatives from the regulated community, and, as appropriate, the public.
• Liaises with the regulated community, member municipalities, a variety of governmental and non-governmental organizations, businesses and associations and internal contacts to consider regulatory and other alternatives to address liquid waste objectives.
• Coordinates cross-departmental source control activities for liquid waste management; as required, oversees the work of consultants.
• Advises on divisional business processes for the development of software applications.
• Performs related work as required.

To be successful, you have:

• Diploma or degree in a related discipline at the master’s level plus sound related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Membership or eligibility for membership in the Planning Institute of the Province of British Columbia.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices, and objectives of environmental planning.
• Considerable knowledge of bylaws and legislation related to liquid waste management, and of applicable departmental objectives, policies, rules and regulations.
• Considerable knowledge of established liquid waste management plans related to the work performed.
• Considerable knowledge of research methods, statistical techniques, trends and developments related to the work.
• Ability to develop and prepare regulatory proposals, consultation plans and fee schedules.
• Ability to identify the need for regulatory, education and/or outreach solutions, to perform related research and analysis, and to prepare comprehensive reports.
• Ability to liaise with internal and external contacts, and to deliver presentations and workshops.
• Ability to perform professional planning work with minimal supervision.
• Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia.

Our Vision

Metro Vancouver embraces collaboration and innovation in providing sustainable regional services that contribute to a livable and resilient region and a healthy natural environment for current and future generations.

Metro Vancouver employees proudly serve the region and demonstrate the behaviours and attributes of six leadership competencies: Accountability, Adaptability, Building and Nurturing Relationships, Communication, Continuous Learning, and Strategic Thinking and Action.

At Metro Vancouver, we are committed to cultivating a diverse, safe, equitable, and inclusive work environment for all. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce that is reflective of the region we serve. If an accommodation is required during the recruitment and selection process, please contact [email protected] for support. Learn more about our commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion here.