Coordinator, Organics Programs & Circular Economy

Municipal Operations | Environmental Services
1 Vacancy | CUPE 126 | Temporary, up to 6 Months (May to Oct)
Competition # 26-T-45

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Located on the historic, 386-kilometreTrent-Severn Waterway in the heart of the Kawartha tourism region, Peterborough is a unique community known for its exceptional quality of life and beautiful setting. The city has been named one of 52 destinations to visit in 2025 by the New York Times.

The City has been shaped by its connection to the waterway, nature, and by the people who call it home. Peterborough is a community of doers and dreamers that are resourceful, passionate, creative and brimming with local pride.

Before it was ever known as Peterborough, this land was called Nogojiwanong – Ojibwe for “the place at the foot of the rapids.” Today, the city remains continuously in motion, guided by a deep sense of community and connection. The City is located on the Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg territory and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, known collectively as the Williams Treaty First Nations.

Job Details

Reporting to the Manager, Waste Diversion, the Coordinator, Organics Programs & Circular Economy supports the development, implementation, and ongoing delivery of the City’s waste diversion programs and initiatives. The role contributes to advancing the City’s Waste Management Master Plan by assisting with program rollout, stakeholder engagement, monitoring program performance, and supporting public education initiatives.

A primary focus of the position is supporting the continued implementation and expansion of the City’s Green Bin Program, including Phase 2 outreach to restaurants and food-generating businesses. This includes conducting outreach and education, assisting with program implementation, monitoring participation and set-out quality, and working directly with program participants to troubleshoot operational challenges and improve diversion outcomes.

The Coordinator also supports broader waste diversion and circular economy initiatives through research, program monitoring, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement. Working collaboratively with internal City staff, community partners, and local businesses, the role helps identify opportunities to strengthen diversion programs, promote responsible waste management practices, and support continuous improvement in the City’s environmental sustainability initiatives.

Anticipated Contract Dates: May – October 2026

Qualifications

• University degree in Environmental Studies, Environmental Science, Resource Management, or a related environmental discipline, combined with approximately two (2) to three (3) years of related experience supporting environmental programs, waste management initiatives, sustainability programs, or similar operational projects.
• Knowledge of waste management and waste diversion principles, including recycling, organics diversion programs, and the 4R’s hierarchy (reduce, reuse, recycle, recover).
• Working knowledge of organics diversion and composting systems, including municipal collection programs and centralized processing facilities.
• Understanding of emerging waste diversion and circular economy initiatives at the municipal or provincial level considered an asset.
• Experience supporting program implementation, stakeholder outreach, or public education initiatives, including working with businesses, community members, and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to monitor program participation, collect and analyze data, and prepare reports or communication materials.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify opportunities to improve diversion program performance.
• Well-developed organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with standard office software and data management tools.
• Demonstrated commitment to environmental sustainability and improving waste diversion outcomes.

Salary

$40.17 per hour

Application Information

Qualified applicants are invited to apply by email to recruiting@peterborough.ca no later than 11:59pm midnight on March 29, 2026. 

 To ensure your application is considered, please follow these steps: 

·       Prepare one file only (PDF or Word) that includes both your résumé and cover letter. 

·       Name your file with your first and last name (e.g., JaneSmith Comp#.pdf). 

·       Include the competition number in the file name, and email subject line 

We thank all applicants for their interest in the City of Peterborough. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The City of Peterborough is an organization that strives to embrace the spirit of inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and barrier-free environment in which all individuals have access to the City's goods, services and facilities. If you are contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise People & Culture if you require accommodation.