Climate change mitigation, adaptation, resilience

Position: Sustainability Coordinator (13-month contract)
Municipality: Township of Selwyn
Location: Selwyn, near Peterborough, Ontario

The Township is seeking a Sustainability Coordinator for an upcoming 13-month vacancy, who will be responsible for the planning and implementation of Selwyn’s Climate Change Action Plan (CCAP). This position will also focus on the implementation of municipal climate change mitigation and adaptation priorities for all areas of municipal activity and the community, including energy use, transportation planning, land use, waste and water management. A detailed job description is available on the Township website, selwyntownship.ca.

The ideal candidate will have a post-secondary degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Geography, Sustainability, Urban Planning or a related discipline and a minimum of three years related experience. Candidates with knowledge and experience in the areas of GHG emissions, reductions, climate change adaptation, sustainable development and asset management, within the context of municipal government will be preferred.

The individual must have strong research, analytical and presentation skills, while using initiative and good judgment in carrying out the duties of the position. The person must be accountable, results oriented and possess excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills. A proven ability to manage several projects simultaneously is a must.

The person requires superior interpersonal and leadership skills and must act professionally in providing service to the public and as a representative of the municipality.

The present salary range for this position is $30.77 to $37.43 based on a 35-hour work week.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application, consisting of a resume and cover letter, to the undersigned by 12 noon, Monday January 19th, 2026.

Kim Berry, HR Coordinator
Township of Selwyn 
1310 Centre Line, Selwyn ON
e-mail: kberry@selwyntownship.ca

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