Junior Environmental Professional

11885BRJunior Environmental ProfessionalAre you ready to make a lasting impact, drive positive change, and act on climate together? Embark on a rewarding career helping to build HalifACT, our municipality's response to the environmental and climate crises.

Through our ambitious climate action plan, we are committed to driving down our emissions, adapting to climate impacts and fostering a just transition. This requires putting the needs of diverse communities at the center of everything we do.

Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for one (1) Temporary full-time Junior Environmental Professional position. This is a bargaining unit position. In the event that there are no qualified NSGEU 222 candidates, preference will be given to candidates who self-identify as African Nova Scotian and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.

Under the direction of the Manager of Climate Adaptation, the Junior Environmental Professional works on the Adaptation team on projects focusing on, community resilience, critical infrastructure, resilient retrofits, and green infrastructure. The Junior Environmental Professional also works closely with the broader Environment & Climate Change team and can work on deliverables in the areas of environment, clean energy, adaptation, engagement, change management, and policy.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Technical

• Undertakes research and provides technical and administrative support for the initiatives of HalifACT and other environmental work.
• Develops and maintains databases related to environmental performance measurement.
• Writes and prepares reports, presentations, and background material for senior management.
• Assists in the preparation of Regional Council Reports and other public documents.

Outreach/Education

• Builds positive public and private sector relationships and partnerships.
• Collects, prepares, writes, and organizes public education and awareness information with respect to environmental performance measuring and reporting and climate action.
• Liaises and communicates with environment-related partners and groups.

Project work

• Supports the activities of consultants and contractors.
• Assists with the development of proposals, tender documents, reports, policies, projects and programs.
• Liaises with other business units and external agencies, groups and departments in the collection, compilation, and reporting of data.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in science, engineering, commerce, social science, or other related fields.
• 1 year of relevant combined work and volunteer experience.
• Proficient with computers with strong working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets and databases.

Technical/Job-Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of environmental sustainability and environmental performance measuring.
• Knowledge of provincial and federal environmental regulations and acts.
• Knowledge of municipal acts, by-laws, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of environmental science, mitigation, adaptation, and best management practices for environmental protection.
• Knowledge of software and technology such as Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), spreadsheets, etc.

Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.

Please note - Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job-specific knowledge. Candidates, who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer's discretion.

COMPETENCIES: Analytical Thinking, Communication, Customer Service, Teamwork & Cooperation, Valuing Diversity, Visioning, Strategic Thinking & Innovation

WORK STATUS: One (1) Temporary , full-time position up to 12 Months

HOURS OF WORK: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm, 35 hours per week

SALARY: NSGEU 222, Level 6, $34.87 per hour

WORK LOCATION: 3rd Floor of Dartmouth Ferry Terminal (88 Alderney Drive, Dartmouth)

CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 pm on October 13, 2026

This is a bargaining unit position. External applicants will only be considered if there are no qualified bargaining unit candidates.

Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.

To ensure a fair and equitable hiring process, candidates are expected to complete all parts of the recruitment process, including assessments, assignments, and interviews independently and without the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools or other forms of external assistance. The use of AI to complete any component of the hiring process is not permitted and may result in disqualification from consideration.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, including, but not limited to, educational credentials, professional licenses, and relevant certifications.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as interview or testing) and who require an accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Talent Acquisition Advisor when invited to the assessment process. For more information on our accommodation process please click on the link: Accommodations | Hiring | Employment | Halifax771713No5764172010.00.001-Oct-2026