Program Manager, Water & Wastewater Service Planning and Agreements (Program Manager, Master Planning and Agreements)

Job Title

Program Manager, Water & Wastewater Service Planning and Agreements (Program Manager, Master Planning and Agreements)

Status

Regular Full-Time

Temporary - Approximate length of assignment, in months

Type of Position

a Replacement

Start Date

Immediate

Salary

Annually

Salary Grade

$117,989.00 - $138,737.00

Department

York Region -> Public Works -> IAM Water Wastewater

Location

17250 Yonge Street, - Newmarket, ON L3Y 6Z1 CA (Primary)
Hybrid work opportunities may apply - CA

Job Description (E)

ABOUT US

Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

WHAT WE OFFER

Consistently named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13 Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.

• Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
• Employer of Choice - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
• Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to a comprehensive employer-paid benefits plan that includes extended health, dental and life insurance, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services.
• Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

 

ABOUT THE ROLE

This position is responsible for managing and coordinating the water and wastewater long term infrastructure planning (Master Plans) and monitoring performance to ensure capacity needs are met and aligned with fiscal and growth management strategies. Leads the technical analysis and monitoring for long term servicing agreements with external partners. Leads monitoring and performance of private servicing water and wastewater servicing municipal responsibility agreements. Regularly liaises and provides technical input to local municipal infrastructure plans to align with Regional plans.

 

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Manages the regular updates of long-term servicing plans for water and wastewater infrastructure plans in accordance with growth management and fiscal strategy directions.
• Conducts regular engagement with local municipalities and Councils to understand infrastructure growth needs.
• Develops and coordinates funding agreements to advance infrastructure timing to support growth needs.
• Monitors the performance of long-term plans, in accordance with growth, asset and financial performance targets to ensure meet long term servicing needs.
• Provides technical input to local municipal infrastructure plans to align with Regional plans.
• Monitors federal/provincial policy impacts on servicing capacity and developments and recommends strategy solutions.
• Coordinates asset and infrastructure research and analysis to develop long term studies and strategies.
• Identifies modelling scenarios to drive technical assessment and risk mitigation measures, including accelerated demand and/or delays in infrastructure delivery to assess impact to services due to unforeseen events.
• Manages and monitors the performance of long-term servicing agreements with external partners to ensure adequate capacity is available to meet growth needs.
• Participates in the development and oversight of the Inter-municipal Service Agreements and Capital Programming with other Regions by providing support in capacity modelling and monitoring.
• Provides technical input in the evaluation and assessment of capacity with external partners.
• Manages service agreements with non-municipal parties to mitigate risks to Region and environment.
• Develops guidance documentation to support the implementation of non-municipal water and wastewater systems in accordance with Provincial guidelines.

 

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Successful completion of a University Degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Applied Science, or relevant discipline or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum three (3) years directly experience in planning, approvals, design, construction, or operating processes of municipal infrastructure including administrative/operational experience in the municipal infrastructure industry including a minimum of one year (1) direct supervisor experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant program development, applicable legislation and industry standards, and current practices.
• Current registration with a recognized professional planning or engineering organization.
• Thorough knowledge of water and wastewater demand management technologies, practices, and policies.  
• Ability to interpret technical data, engineering drawings and technical/legal documents.
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant Standards, Acts and Regulations.
• Demonstrated ability in the Region's leadership and core competencies.
• Demonstrated report writing, analytical and project management skills to meet program objectives and work to tight deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to connect with a range of internal and external partners while focusing on fostering collaborative work relationships.
• Strong communication, influencing and presentation skills with a strong customer focus
• Staff supervisory skills including knowledge of collective agreement administration and interpretation, labour relations principles and practices and relevant employment legislation.
• Ability to travel to offsite locations, as required.
• Ability to work outside regular business hours.

Council Approval Date

Scheduled Weekly Hours

35

Scheduled Shifts

8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Operational Hours

Close Date

February 5, 2025

# of Hires Needed

1

Union

Non Union Staff

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Please apply online by 5:00PM EST of the closing date indicated above. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted via email.

York Region is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage and celebrate our diversity, aiming to build a qualified workforce that reflects the population we serve. Should you require an accommodation under the Human Rights Code during the recruitment and selection process, including accessible formats and communication supports, please email careers@york.ca or call 1-877-464-9675 extension 75506. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request during recruitment processes and throughout employment.

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