MANAGER, SOLID WASTE SERVICES

DETAILS The Regional of (RDN) is situated within the traditional of several First Nations, including three that have reserves within the : Snuneymuxw, www.rdn.bc.ca Snaw‐Naw‐As and Qualicum. The RDN recognizes the rich cultural history of these First Nations and is committed to developing positive working relationships to the benefit of all @RDNanaimo residents of the region. ORGANIZATIONAL PROFILE Nanaimo, BC The Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) is one of 28 regional in the of . Regional Districts across the Province strive to ensure all provincial residents have an effective form of local government, while also representing municipal SKILLS residents on regional issues. The RDN provides regional governance and services to the of Nanaimo, Lantzville, Parksville, and Qualicum Beach, as well as seven • Public administration unincorporated Electoral Areas. Established in 1967, of the 28 Regional Districts in the province, the RDN is British Columbia's fifth most populous Regional District and home to • Solid waste management more than 155,000 people.

planning ABOUT THE ROLE Reporting the General Manager of Regional and Community Utilities, the Manager of Solid • Procurement Waste will be responsible for the oversight of the plans, policies and programs, as well as the operation of facilities associated with the Regional District’s solid waste, landfill, • Program and policy organic waste processing, and related regulatory requirements. Working in collaboration with a highly successful team and across stakeholders, the Manager will have the unique development opportunity of leading a highly innovative and successful solid waste program that has one the highest diversion rates in North America . This position has the opportunity to COMPETENCIES establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the appropriate federal and provincial ministries, private industry, and other regional districts and municipalities. • Strategic thinker QUALIFICATIONS • Relationship builder The successful candidate will have an undergraduate degree in environmental studies, engineering or a related field, plus six years of related experience in a local, regional or • Proactive provincial government setting, including three years in a supervisory capacity. The successful candidate will have experience, and a depth of knowledge, in the areas of • Practical municipal solid waste management, treatment and disposal. The role requires excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills and a high degree of tact, • Politically astute judgement and initiative in the performance of duties. An equivalent combination of training and experience will be considered.

T O A P P L Y CONTACT DETAILS Letter of introduction & The Regional District of Nanaimo is committed to employment equity. They welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. resumé via email: [email protected] Should you be interested in learning more about this unique opportunity with RDN, please contact 604-998-4032 or forward your resumé, a letter of introduction and the names and contact information for three references, in confidence, to [email protected]. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We will respond to all who express interest.