Clerical/Non-Clerical Temp II - Climate Change
Req ID: 26216
Vacancy Type: Temporary
Number of Positions: 1
Closing Date: 03/04/2025
Job Summary
Are you passionate about the environment? Do you want to help make Mississauga, one of Canada's largest cities, more sustainable?
The Environment Section is looking for a summer intern who is passionate about the environment and environmental issues such as climate change, sustainability, and waste management to join our team. As part of the Environment team, you will assist in the development and implementation of climate change education and engagement programming and support the implementation of the Climate Change Action Plan.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Climate Change Policy Supervisor, the successful candidate(s) will:
- Assist with the implementation of key actions within the City's Climate Change Action Plan, including the development and delivery of neighbourhood-level climate engagement programs, resilience hubs, and the Peel Zero Emission Vehicle Strategy;
- Support the development and delivery of presentations, surveys, workshops, and training sessions;
- Assist with event planning and logistics;
- Collect and generate reports regarding public feedback from engagement sessions;
- Represent the Environment Section at events;
- Assist with environmental behavior-change campaigns and toolkits for residential climate action, including drafting social media content and promotional marketing;
- Provide quality customer service and act as a knowledgeable resource;
- Provide general support to the Environment's Climate Change Programs and Climate Change Policy teams, as required;
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills and Qualifications
- Secondary School Diploma;
- Special consideration will be given to candidates that have previous, related experience in community development, event planning and outreach, as well as interest and/or experience in environmental issues, communications, public relations, and marketing;
- Excellent organization and time management skills are required;
- Excellent communication skills (public speaking, presentations, writing), including the ability to communicate with a diverse audience, is required;
- Ideal candidates are self-starters with the ability to work well independently and as part of a cooperative team environment
- Demonstrated ability to apply excellent customer service skills with the public and City staff;
- Demonstrated skill with Microsoft Office Suite applications and databases;
- Ability to work flexible hours, including holidays, weekends, early mornings and evenings as required (up to 35 hours per week);
- A valid Class "G" Ontario Driver's License and an excellent driving record is desired;
- Some heavy lifting will be required (30-50lb work-related equipment).
Hourly Rate/Salary: 19.22 - 22.84
Hours of Work: up to 35
Work Location: Civic Centre
Department/Division/Section: CMS/Community Services Dept , CMS/Parks, Forestry & Environment , Environment
Non-Union/Union: Non Union
We thank all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. You can also check your application status in your candidate profile online.
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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent.
Learn more about the City's commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.
Accommodations
The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.