Be Part of the Climate Solution
We work on the frontlines of climate change everyday as we look for ways to reduce our impact on the planet. Waste reduction is just as important as clean energy.
Job Openings
You can find job opportunities at RCBC and at our member organizations in one convenient place – check out the job posts below!
Recycling Program Coordinator
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Government of Northwest Territories
Location: Yellowknife
Department: Environment and Climate Change
Job ID: 27055
Salary: $106,158 – $126,809
Employment Type: Full-Time, Regular
Closing Date: Oct 6, 2025
The Recycling Program Coordinator (Coordinator) is located in Yellowknife and reports to the Manager, Waste Reduction and Management. The Coordinator’s main responsibility is to manage the operations of the Government of Northwest Territories (GNWT)’s recycling programs.
The Coordinator is responsible for the operational side of the Waste Reduction and Management Section to deliver effective, efficient, transparent, accountable, and self-sustaining waste prevention, reduction, reuse, and recycling programs for residents of the Northwest Territories (NWT). The Coordinator is also responsible for ensuring compliance with the Waste Reduction and Recovery Act (WRRA) and Regulations under the WRRA, and the Terms and Conditions of licenses by monitoring and conducting inspection and audits of depots and processing centers.
Work Culture
We care about the links between waste creation (from extraction to manufacture to disposal) and its impacts on human health and our planet’s ecology.
We are part of a wide ranging movement to move to a circular economy and create a more just and sustainable world.
We are inclusive and accepting, committed and passionate, and we’d love to hear from you!
Four Reasons to work in Waste Management and Reduction
Waste management and reduction may be behind the scenes, but it plays an increasingly important role in our everyday lives.
Growing Field
Recycling and reuse create at least 9 times more jobs than landfills and incinerators, and opportunities in waste management continue to grow.
Make a Difference
Any position in waste reduction can make a difference in your local community – whether it’s sorting recycling, writing a solid waste management plan, repairing bicycles, or educating the public.
Variety
There are a variety of positions from entry-level to senior management, and employers include a range of governments, businesses, and non-profit societies. Positions call for a range of skills, and there are countless ways to start your career in this field.