Job ID #31383: Air Quality Coordinator

Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason

• Job ID #31383: Air Quality Coordinator


• Union: CUPE Local 5167


• Job Description ID #:
  5395
  


• Close date: Interested applicants please submit your application online at www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city by 4:00 p.m. on September 24, 2025. 


• Duration: This vacancy is for a period of up to 24 months.


• Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address. External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.
  
  

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Reporting to the Manager, Environmental Health - Health Hazards & Vector-borne Diseases, the Air Quality Coordinator is responsible for analyzing and reporting on strategic and policy planning projects, as well as program development and implementation relating to the City’s air quality and climate change programs.

GENERAL DUTIES

Receive and answer inquiries from staff, public, other departments, elected officials, municipalities, ministries and outside agencies.

Provide staff support to interdepartmental Staff Working Groups.

Co-ordinate work and initiatives of Clean Air Hamilton.

Collect and compile data; analyze and interpret data; formulate conclusions.

Maintain sources such as key contacts and information resources locally, nationally and internationally.

Liaise with municipalities, ministries and community agencies on planning matters.

Review literature; report on planning and policy issues.

Develop policy and recommend changes to existing policy.

Develop study designs, research methodologies and terms of reference for projects.

Develop framework to evaluate and analyze information, policies and plans.

Develop and implement new programs.

Assist in the preparation of the annual work programme.

Report on progress of projects.

Conduct surveys.

Input, manipulate and retrieve data.

Conduct site inspections; take notes and photographs.

Use quantitative methods such as population projection models, statistical analysis and economic forecasting techniques.

Scan media to identify issues.

Prepare and implement strategic plans.

Seek out and apply to external funding opportunities.

Identify community partners, develop program agreement and monitor joint initiatives.

Write reports such as research, technical and policy project reports and Committee reports.

Compose correspondence such as briefs and policy statements for senior management.

Review and interpret reports from other departments, municipalities, community agencies, consultants, provincial ministries and other local, national and international organizations.

Prepare audio-visual, graphic and written presentations to committees for Council, local, national and international organizations and the public.

Act as department representative at meetings.

Perform other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Honours Degree in Environmental Science or Environmental Management or a directly related field with a minimum of two years of professional experience in a relevant area of energy management, land use, economic or social planning.  Master's Degree preferred.  Experience working in Public Health environment an asset.


2. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.


3. Expertise in at least two of the following areas: science for decision-making, risk management performance monitoring, measurement and progress assessment, air quality and climate change.


4. Expertise in at least two of the following areas: strategic planning, policy analysis, sustainable development, economics, or land use planning.


5. A high level of skill in research, problem solving, oral and written communications, and interpersonal relations.


6. Excellent analytical abilities with a thorough knowledge of analytical research methodologies and computerized analytical techniques.


7. Ability to express ideas effectively, orally and in writing.


8. Familiarity with government and the political environment and relevant Federal and Provincial policy and legislation, notably the Ontario Provincial Policy Statement, Canadian Environmental Protection Act, as well as the Ontario Planning Act. Familiarity of Ontario Public Health Standards and the Healthy and Environments and Climate Change Guideline, 2018.

NOTE: The successful candidate will be required to provide immunization records, which may include TB testing prior to the start of employment to meet the requirements of the Staff Immunization and Surveillance Policy and Procedure.

Disclaimer:

Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy. Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination.

Terms:

The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship.  If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.