The Alberta Recycling Management Authority (ARMA) acts on behalf of the province to oversee end-of-life processing of tires, electronics, paint and used oil materials. Our industry is rooted in the principle of circular economy where resources and products are kept in use for as long as possible, and regenerated into new products and materials at the end of their earlier life cycle. We have recently been named by the province to oversee Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) by way of regulation and are in the process of establishing a new division which will impact the recycling programs in the province of Alberta for decades to come. 

If you are passionate about inspiring a future without waste, having fun, embracing change, and pursuing growth we would love to hear from you. Please apply in confidence to Human Resources by emailing your resume to careers@albertarecycling.ca

We offer a competitive base salary commensurate with experience, an RRSP matching program, and an attractive group benefit package. 

We are committed to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in our recruitment processes and in our work environment, where every individual feels valued, respected, and a sense of belonging. 

We would like to thank everyone for their application and interest in ARMA; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. 

By submitting your resume and personal information to ARMA, and/or participating in a personal interview, you acknowledge and consent to the collection, use and disclosure of your personal information by ARMA to determine your suitability for employment opportunities. 

Position Summary: 

The Executive Assistant to the CFO provides support for strategic and department initiatives in partnership with the CFO and the management team members reporting to the CFO and liaises with internal and external stakeholders as a CFO representative. 

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES 

CFO Administrative Support 

1. Provides administrative support to the CFO including calendar and email management, arranging travel, meeting scheduling and coordination, providing briefing information for meetings, preparing correspondence and reports, printing various materials, processing expenses, taking minutes, maintaining files and acting as the first point of contact for incoming inquiries. 
2. Creates and manages task lists for the CFO including scheduling time to complete work. 
3. Provides support for routine meetings with direct reports including creating agendas, reviewing meeting notes, identifying, and following up on action items. 
4. Supports the development and maintenance of positive and professional relationships with stakeholders as a representative of the CFO. 
5. Undertakes issue or project management as directed by the CFO. 
6. Liaises regularly with Managers reporting to the CFO to support the organization and CFO. 
7. Provides confidential project, task and communication support to CFO as required. 

Committee and Board Support 

1. Schedules Audit and Finance Committee (A&F) meetings, and provides administrative and technical support during meetings. 
2. Compiles, prepares and distributes reports and meeting packages to the A&F Committee in partnership with the CFO and Controller. 
3. Prepares minutes for regular and special meetings of the A&F Committee. 
4. Oversees business arising from A&F Committee meetings and tracking of subsequent action items. 
5. Coordinates orientation and onboarding for new A&F Committee members in conjunction with the Director, Corporate Services and the CFO. 
6. Supports the preparation of briefing and other materials from the office of the CFO to Board and other subcommittee meetings as required. 

Other Support Duties 

1. Provides ad hoc administrative support for the Management team reporting to the CFO, as determined by department priority and capacity. 
2. Provides backup support to the Office Administrator on a shared basis with other administrative staff. 

Other Duties 

1. Maintains an understanding of and adheres to Alberta Recycling policies, procedures, and standards. 
2. Contributes to a positive and safe culture by modeling organizational values. 
3. Performs other job-related duties as required. 

EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES 

1. Minimum of 5+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant reporting directly to Executive level leadership. 
2. Previous experience supporting a Board and/or sub-committees of the Board is an asset. 
3. Previous experience working in or supporting a financial department is an asset. 
4. Strong ability to communicate both verbally and in writing, with previous experience in drafting board or committee briefing materials. 
5. Strong ability to proactively anticipate the needs of the CFO. 
6. Superb professionalism, interpersonal and outstanding collaboration skills. 
7. Advanced Microsoft Office skills, with an ability to become familiar with firm-specific programs and software. 
8. Excellent time management, decision-making, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. 
9. Flexibility in adapting to changing priorities. 
10. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. 

The Alberta Recycling Management Authority (ARMA) acts on behalf of the province to oversee end-of-life processing of tires, electronics, paint and used oil materials. Our industry is rooted in the principle of circular economy where resources and products are kept in use for as long as possible, and regenerated into new products and materials at the end of their earlier life cycle. We have recently been named by the province to oversee Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) by way of regulation. This will require leading the business development of a new division at ARMA and overseeing the implementation of a new recycling framework for the province.

If you are an exceptional leader, passionate about inspiring a future without waste, having fun, embracing change and pursuing growth we would love to hear from you. Please apply in confidence to Human Resources by emailing your resume to careers@albertarecycling.ca.

We offer a competitive base salary commensurate with experience, an RRSP matching program and an attractive group benefit package.

We are committed to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in our recruitment processes and in our work environment, where every individual feels valued, respected and a sense of belonging.

We would like to thank everyone for their application and interest in ARMA; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

By submitting your resume and personal information to ARMA, and/or participating in a personal interview, you acknowledge and consent to the collection, use and disclosure of your personal information by ARMA to determine your suitability for employment opportunities.

Position Summary:

The Executive Director, EPR is responsible for all aspects of initiating the operationalization of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) implementation. This role will impact the recycling programs for the province of Alberta for decades to come.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Development

1. Leads the development and implementation of the EPR bylaws, policies, guidelines, tools and systems to operationalize EPR in the province of Alberta.
2. Identify and engage with consultants and subject matter experts with respect to EPR implementation.
3. Lead the development and implementation of a registry system and the system’s ongoing maintenance to ensure data is complete and accurate to support all reporting requirements.
4. Support cohesive relationships with internal and external partners while researching and recommending innovative practices, processes, and thoughtful execution.
5. Supports the organization in managing activity to budgets, forecasts, funding requests and long-term financial operational plans; ensure adherence to annual budgets.
6. Responsible to identify and manage key measurables and provide effective project implementation skills while collaborating with the CEO to develop action plans toward operationalizing the EPR regulation.
7. Foster, develop and collaborate between departments, business units, and other internal groups to ensure an integrated approach to operationalizing an entirely new business unit.
8. Develop organizational structure to support development of EPR; hire and recruit to that organizational structure, including the development of adequate succession planning.
9. Attends Board of Directors meetings as the EPR subject matter expert reporting to and making recommendations to the Board on EPR bylaws. Participates in discussion and answers questions as required and maintains relationships with Board members.
10. Establish committee’s and/or advisory groups as required to ensure collaboration with all interested parties.
11. Oversee the development of a communication and consultation strategy to support implementation of EPR with stakeholders.
12. Seeks interprovincial harmonization and collaboration opportunities with other EPR programs.
13. Develop and maintain positive working relationships and effective communication with all stakeholders.

Bylaw and Policy Design and Implementation

1. Responsible to manage and implement best practice in program development, implementation, and evaluation of the EPR oversight program.
2. Works with Alberta Environment and Protected Areas (EPA), Producers or Producer Responsibility Organizations communities and other participants to ensure fulfilment of mandate as an oversight body to enforce regulation.
3. In conjunction with the CFO, conducts cost-benefit analysis to anticipate alignment with the organization’s long-term goals.
4. Evaluates and implements oversight policies and procedures by analyzing and interpreting data and incorporating stakeholder feedback.
5. Maintains a thorough understanding of industry trends regarding oversight policy developments to make informed decisions regarding oversight implementation.
   
   

Risk Management and Legal Compliance

1. Ensures all bylaws, polices and practices are in alignment with the EPR regulation and that all ministerial reporting requirements are fulfilled.
2. Ensures compliance of requirements as set out in the oversight agreement with EPA are met.
3. Creates and implements proactive risk mitigating solutions to reduce liability for the organization.
4. Ensure bylaws and policies meet the standards and obligations outlined in the government and environmental regulations.
   
   

Project Development & Management

1. Develop and support project management to stand-up EPR oversight operations.
2. According to contracting and procurement policy, coordinates internal and external resources for the completion of projects.
3. Ensures that projects are completed within scope and budget and are on-time.
4. Tracks the progress of projects ensuring that all tasks are completed and no areas are missed in execution.
5. Oversees vendor contracts and ensures values are followed with contract compliance, delivery and integrity.
   
   

Other Duties

1. Maintains an understanding of and adheres to Alberta Recycling policies, procedures, and standards.
2. Contributes to a positive and safe culture by modeling the organizational values and leadership behaviours.
3. Performs other job-related duties as required.
   
   

CORE COMPETENCIES

Education & Experience

1. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration or equivalent.
2. Experience requirements:
   - Minimum of ten (10) years of related experience in senior management.
   - Minimum of seven (7) years of related leadership experience at a senior level.
   - Prior experience leading a start up organization or establishing a new business unit.
   Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered
3. Demonstrated experience in project management leadership and policy development.
4. Advanced knowledge of recycling programs, regulations and governance best practice.
5. Proficiency in using Office 365 applications and the ability to become familiar with firm-specific programs and software.
6. Excellent communication, time management, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
7. Demonstrated strength in leadership capabilities and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
   
   

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

1. Leadership & Navigation: Uses information, personnel, time, and other resources necessary effectively and efficiently to accomplish tasks within the parameters of organizational hierarchy, processes, systems, and policies and establishes appropriate courses of action for self, teams, and individuals to accomplish specific goals. Motivates team and provides coaching and assistance as required.
2. Strategic Thinking: Understands the strategic relationship between effective financial, risk and compliance management and core business functions.
3. Technical Capability: Knowledge of principles, practices, and functions of effective operational management and proven experience leading operational planning and reporting.
4. Business Acumen: Understands and applies information to contribute to the organization’s strategic plan leveraging business knowledge, strategic agility, systems thinking, and metrics/analytics to measure performance.
5. Communication Proficiency: Provides clear, concise information to others in verbal, written, electronic and other communication formats. Listens actively and ensures effect communications throughout the organization.
6. Critical Evaluation: Uses critical thinking and problem solving to assess and interpret information to make business decisions and recommendations.
7. Relationships Management: Builds engaging relationship will all organizational stakeholders through trust, teamwork, and direct communications. Demonstrates approachability and openness.
8. Ethical Practice: Integrates core values, integrity and accountability throughout all organizational and business practices and acts with personal, professional, and behavioural integrity.

The Alberta Recycling Management Authority (ARMA) acts on behalf of the province to oversee end-of-life processing of tires, electronics, paint and used oil materials. Our industry is rooted in the principle of a circular economy where resources and products are kept in use for as long as possible, and regenerated into new products and materials at the end of their earlier life cycle.

If you are passionate about inspiring a future without waste, having fun, embracing change and pursuing growth we would love to hear from you. Please apply in confidence to Human Resources by emailing your resume to careers@albertarecycling.ca.

We offer a competitive base salary commensurate with experience, an RRSP matching program and an attractive group benefits package.

We are committed to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in our recruitment processes and in our work environment, where every individual feels valued, respected, and has a sense of belonging.

We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

By submitting your resume and personal information to ARMA, and/or participating in a personal interview, you acknowledge and consent to the collection, use and disclosure of your personal information by ARMA to determine your suitability for employment opportunities.

Are you interested in being part of a dynamic team that supports the recycling of used oil, tires, paint, and electronics in Alberta?

POSITION SUMMARY

This new position has been created to support the management of 400 ARMA collection sites, and over 30 ARMA registered partners in the Used Oil, Paint, Tire and Electronics Recycling Programs. The success of ARMA depends on the success of our registered partners.

The manager will lead a team of professional field services inspectors and work with various ARMA teams to support ARMA’s compliance and program requirements. As ARMA continues to optimize its recycling programs, the manager will serve as a key strategist to support ARMA’s risk management and compliance process. This position is a combined hands-on and strategic subject matter expert and will require travel throughout the province (30% to 40%) to visit collection sites and inspect registered processor sites.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Field Services Leadership & Program Management

1. Ensure smooth day-to-day operations of the field services team with the appropriate systems and procedures in place for leading the field services program. Supervised the Field Services team, including job-specific training (ensuring knowledge of health and safety legislation and environmental management systems remains current), professional development, performance management, and recruitment.
2. Uphold OHS requirements as a priority, ensuring required training, policies, and equipment (i.e., PPE, vehicles) are available to all field staff in order to perform their duties safely.
3. Review reports prepared by Field Services Inspectors for processor, collection site, grant project, and other inspections across all programs. Discuss and recommend appropriate follow-up actions to the DOO, when required, to ensure compliance with program requirements and funding terms and conditions.
4. Communicate regularly with other internal teams as required to ensure all non-compliance collection site and processor issues are managed appropriately.
5. Responsible for tracking and follow-up to ensure all issues of non-compliance and required corrective actions (e.g. improper signage or containment) are appropriately documented and resolved in a timely manner.
6. Establish, maintain, or adjust, as required, effective field inspection reporting tools, systems and procedures related to the Programs.
7. Effectively steward the field services budget and ensure effective utilization of available resources.
8. Ensure field inspectors maintain a focus on high-quality standards for documentation and inspection reports and recommend improvements where needed.
9. Establish/maintain ongoing communications and reporting to ARMA Senior Management regarding the data and information collected by the field services staff.
10. As required, assist the DOO, with external consultants and registered processors on special projects or reviews requiring access to processor facilities (e.g. environmental, health and safety audits). As needed, follow up on any deficiencies or issues coming out of reviews conducted by external parties.
11. As required, contribute to reviews of new processor applications, and monitor performance at facilities granted temporary approval.
12. Support other divisions to carry out compliance audits and in-field support, including but not limited to liaison visits of potential registrants.
    
    

 Program Analysis & Reporting

1. Optimize the operations of the field services team and effective use of the field services data and information collected through timely program analysis and reporting to ARMA operations leadership.
2. Through a results-driven lens, optimize the field services program through regular review of inspection procedures for identifying, documenting, tracking, and following up on issues of non-compliance, ensuring efficient use of field services resources.
3. Develop, implement, and monitor a risk-based management framework and compliance process for field services.
4. Develop risk management strategies and processes to complement the risk-based framework and investigation process to ensure compliance.
5. Set targets and track progress towards achieving field services and organizational goals and/or strategic priorities.
   
   

Building and Maintaining Relationships

1. Represent ARMA to key program stakeholders within municipalities and the recycling industry.
2. Ensure a client-focused approach with frequent communication established with collection site operators and processor facility management & staff.
3. Support a standard of excellence across the network of collection sites through sharing information and providing best practices training initiatives.
4. Build positive working relationships with collection site operators and recycling facility operators, ensure mechanisms for feedback are available, and questions or concerns arising are responded to in a timely manner.
5. Represent ARMA at select community events, activities, and trade shows (e.g. round-ups, Hard-To-Get events).
6. Proactively encourage processors to resolve any slippage in service levels (e.g. tire pickups).
   
   

Other Duties   

1. Maintains an understanding of and adheres to Alberta Recycling policies, procedures, and standards.
2. Contributes to a positive and safe culture by modelling organizational values and demonstrating leadership behaviours.
3. Performs other job-related duties and assists other team members as required.
   
   

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

1. Post-Secondary education in business, engineering technology, environmental science, solid waste management, recycling, or related discipline plus five years of relevant work experience.
2. Completed courses in compliance and/or risk management would be an asset.
3. Minimum 3 years of leadership experience in compliance and environmental stewardship, with supervisory and/or experience leading a team.
4. Local government and/or regional waste management authority experience would be an asset.
5. Proven experience and ability to assess and interpret risk and implement tangible risk management strategies to enhance compliance.
6. Excellent time management, decision-making, problem-solving, program planning skills, and ability to prioritize workloads.
7. Demonstrated ability to build strong working relationships through well-developed interpersonal skills, flexibility, and adaptability.
8. Ability to prioritize work based on risk and value, sound knowledge with related experience.
9. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
10. Creative thinking and strong analytical skills are required to evaluate data and make recommendations on program improvements.
11. Strong understanding of the objectives of Alberta Recycling programs and a working knowledge of Alberta’s recycling industry.
12. Strong mentorship, facilitation, organizational, prioritizing, teamwork, and interpersonal skills. Ability to demonstrate leadership through influence.
13. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, Share Point). Knowledge of Salesforce will be an asset.
14. Flawless attention to detail.

The Alberta Recycling Management Authority (ARMA) acts on behalf of the province to oversee end-of-life processing of tires, electronics, paint and used oil materials. Our industry is rooted in the principle of circular economy where resources and products are kept in use for as long as possible, and regenerated into new products and materials at the end of their earlier life cycle. We have recently been named by the province to oversee Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) by way of regulation and are in the process of establishing a new division which will impact the recycling programs in the province of Alberta for decades to come.

If you are passionate about inspiring a future without waste, having fun, embracing change and pursuing growth we would love to hear from you. Please apply in confidence to Human Resources by emailing your resume to careers@albertarecycling.ca.

We offer a competitive base salary commensurate with experience, an RRSP matching program and an attractive group benefit package.

We are committed to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in our recruitment processes and in our work environment, where every individual feels valued, respected and a sense of belonging.

We would like to thank everyone for their application and interest in ARMA; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

By submitting your resume and personal information to ARMA, and/or participating in a personal interview, you acknowledge and consent to the collection, use and disclosure of your personal information by ARMA to determine your suitability for employment opportunities.

Position Summary:

The Registration and Compliance Administrator is ARMA’s frontline connection with organizations required under Regulation to participate in ARMA programs, or programs managed under contract for other jurisdictions.  This position is responsible for the administration of the entire lifecycle of the administration of an organization’s obligations under Regulation.  

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Identifies and follows up with organizations identified as potentially obligated under Regulation to assess the need to register with ARMA’s programs.
2. Follows up with organizations confirmed as obligated to be registered with program materials and instructions for registration.
3. Reviews submitted registration applications to determine the organization’s position within industry (e.g. placement and reporting obligation within the supply chain) to establish the appropriate registration type and reporting status.
4. Follows up on incomplete registration applications and processes completed registration applications.
5. Contacts newly registered organizations to obtain feedback on the reporting process and address inquiries, in order to minimize future reporting errors.
6. Performs detailed analysis of requests for reporting adjustments and captures relevant backup for submission to the Manager.
7. Ensures all relevant documentation is included in ARMA Connect files in preparation for the review and approval of interest waivers and write offs.
8. Ensures monthly follow-up with registered organizations who fail to submit required reporting and/or have outstanding accounts receivable balances.
9. Manages and responds to registered organization/public inquiries or concerns and escalates when required.
10. Maintains detailed record of communications with registered organizations in the required systems.
11. Manages the process for the inactivation of registered accounts when required.
12. Identifies registered organizations with potential compliance issues to support the annual compliance review selections.
13. Provides level one technical support to registered organizations for the ARMA Connect system, including password resets, contact information updates, etc. Works with the Manager, IT and other service providers to escalate issues as required.
14. Assists in onboarding and training for new hires in the department, on as needed basis.
15. Provides staff coverage and assistance with special projects of all aspects of department’s responsibilities, on an as needed basis, with the exception of compliance travel.
16. Maintains files in the central and electronic system according to organization records management policy.
17. Collaborates with other departments to ensure completeness of information as it relates to registered organizations.
18. Performs general administrative duties as required.

Other Duties

1. Maintains an understanding of and adheres to Alberta Recycling policies, procedures, and standards.
2. Contributes to a positive and safe culture by modeling the organizational values.
3. Performs other job-related duties and assists other team members, as required.

EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES

1. Business administration certificate, diploma, or equivalent.
2. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be acceptable.
3. A minimum of one year in an administrative role.
4. Proficient in using Office 365 applications, including Excel.
5. Strong written and oral communication skills.
6. Excellent time management, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
7. Flexible and adaptable.
8. Strong interpersonal skills.
9. Detail oriented.

The Alberta Recycling Management Authority (ARMA) acts on behalf of the province to oversee end-of-life processing of tires, electronics, paint and used oil materials. Our industry is rooted in the principle of circular economy where resources and products are kept in use for as long as possible, and regenerated into new products and materials at the end of their earlier life cycle. We have recently been named by the province to oversee Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) by way of regulation and are in the process of establishing a new division which will impact the recycling programs in the province of Alberta for decades to come.

If you are passionate about inspiring a future without waste, having fun, embracing change and pursuing growth we would love to hear from you. Please apply in confidence to Human Resources by emailing your resume to careers@albertarecycling.ca.

We are committed to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in our recruitment processes and in our work environment, where every individual feels valued, respected and a sense of belonging.

We would like to thank everyone for their application and interest in ARMA; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

By submitting your resume and personal information to ARMA, and/or participating in a personal interview, you acknowledge and consent to the collection, use and disclosure of your personal information by ARMA to determine your suitability for employment opportunities.

Position Summary:

As a Summer Student you will learn from and provide support to our Field Services Inspectors as they conduct collection site visits and inspections, community round ups, Indigenous site clean ups.  This position will be approximately 4 months in duration from the beginning of May to the end of August.

The Field Services Team plays a critical role in Alberta’s recycling system through enabling a standard of excellence across the network of over 450 collection sites and ~30 material processing facilities throughout the province of Alberta. Field Services is responsible for regular inspections at collection sites and processor sites registered with the electronics, paint, tires and used oil material recycling program (“the Programs”) to ensure compliance with ARMA’s requirements. Our Field Services Team also conducts a number of collection events throughout the summer months to increase program material capture rates and raise the awareness of ARMA programs.

As inspection sites are located throughout Alberta this position is primarily field based and requires a significant amount of travel time, approximately 2-3 days/week.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Work with Field Services team members to attend site field inspections at Registered Processors and Collection Sites.
2. Identify, sort and move materials at seasonal recycling roundups.
3. Attend all assigned collection site events, community roundups, curb side roundups, and indigenous site cleanups.
4. Develop understanding and be able to visually identify eligible recycling program material.
5. Assist with Oil Container Audits including the sorting of eligible oil and non-oil containers.
6. Monitor assigned processor and collection sites and conduct the following:
   • Registered Processors
     • Inspection of material held on site to verify percentage of each type of program material.
     • Verification and separation of program and non-program materials.
     • Periodically inspect Industrial, Commercial and Institutional (ICI) locations for material eligibility verification.
   • Collectors
     • Monthly site inspections to verify compliance to broker agreements.
     • Inspection of material on site including verification of separation of commercial vs. residential hazardous waste.
     • Verification of inventory on site to ensure compliance with provincial requirements.

7. Actively communicate with program administration team as directed by Field Services Inspectors.
8. Completion of weekly activity reports and expense report submission.
9. Perform follow-up site inspections at various locations (downstream processors, generators of program material (all programs), tire dealerships, trucking companies, oil bottling facilities etc.) as needed due to address various program matters.
10. Assist office administrative staff with annual filing and archiving procedures.
11. Assist office administrative staff with office move/relocation preparations which may include office furniture movement; reuse or donation center trips.

Other Duties    

1. Maintains an understanding of and adheres to Alberta Recycling policies, procedures, and standards.
2. Contributes to a positive and safe culture by modeling the organizational values.
3. Strictly adheres to processor and collection site safety protocols.
4. Actively participate in team and staff meetings.
5. Performs other job-related duties and assists other team members, as required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

1. Technical College certification or post-secondary diploma in a related field such as, environmental sciences, engineering technology, etc or working toward the completion of obtaining.
2. Strong preference to those who possess a valid class 5 driver’s license.
3. Must be able to safely lift and carry 50 lbs unassisted.
   1. For example – 5 gallon buckets of oil, tires with rims, etc.
4. Working knowledge of health and safety legislation and environmental management systems.
5. Excellent time management and planning skills, and ability to prioritize individual workload.
6. Excellent Microsoft Office skills with the ability to learn new software and work remotely as required.
7. Excellent independent decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
8. Strong ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
9. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

The Alberta Recycling Management Authority (ARMA) acts on behalf of the province to oversee end-of-life processing of tires, electronics, paint and used oil materials. Our industry is rooted in the principle of a circular economy where resources and products are kept in use for as long as possible, and regenerated into new products and materials at the end of their earlier life cycle.

If you are passionate about inspiring a future without waste, having fun, embracing change and pursuing growth we would love to hear from you. Please apply in confidence to Human Resources by emailing your resume to careers@albertarecycling.ca.

We are committed to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in our recruitment processes and in our work environment, where every individual feels valued, respected, and has a sense of belonging.

We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

By submitting your resume and personal information to ARMA, and/or participating in a personal interview, you acknowledge and consent to the collection, use and disclosure of your personal information by ARMA to determine your suitability for employment, Board, Council and/or Committee opportunities.

Organization Overview

ARMA is accountable to the Minister of Environment and Protected Areas and, hence, to the people of Alberta. ARMA is governed by a Board of Directors; these Directors represent a broad spectrum of interested parties. In addition to the Board of Directors, there are four Designated Material Industry Councils (Electronics, Paint, Tires and Used Oil) who provide industry insight and recommendations to ARMA administration and the Board of Directors on key aspects of each respective program. This allows direct involvement by key participants in the development of environmentally sound and effective approaches for managing the designated materials. 

THE ROLE

ARMA is seeking an electronics industry professional to join the Electronics Recycling Industry Council. This Council provides insight and recommendations to ARMA and the Board of Directors for the development of environmentally sound and effective approaches for managing electronics materials. The Council will meet as often as required to provide effective governance and oversight to the Board. Currently, the Board meets no less than six times per calendar year and Industry Councils meet four times per year. Council Members terms are appointed annually with a maximum of nine years served. Meetings are held during regular business hours.

Responsibilities of the Designated Material Industry Councils

Industry Councils shall be responsible for the following:

• Providing the Board with advice and recommendations on Designated Material program management, preparing business plans and budgets relating to the Designated Material stream, and preparing annual reports against the business plan and budget for approval by the Board;
• Preparing a planning and reporting schedule for the Industry Council for approval by the Board;
• Regularly reviewing and considering the Designated Material-specific incentive and development programs (the “Programs”) terms and conditions in the context of recycling objectives; and
• Recommending program changes to the Board which are intended to further meet the goals of Alberta Recycling or the objects of the programs.

To ensure effective communication of information and recommendations to the Board:

• Industry Councils shall provide a copy of all resolutions passed by the Industry Council to the Board, a copy of the minutes of the meeting of the Industry Council at which a resolution was passed, and all materials supporting the recommendations;
• The Chair of each Industry Council shall report to the Board at least once annually on all Industry Council matters and issues relevant to the Industry Council and to provide recommendations to the Board concerning the same; and
• Alberta Recycling management shall report to the Industry Council on matters relevant to the Industry Council, including Board decisions and matters of administration.

Industry Councils meet 3 times per year (June, October, and February) and members are asked to attend as many meetings as possible in person, although virtual meeting attendance is possible. Typically one meeting per year consists of on-site tours of a relevant facility.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

ARMA is seeking a senior leader in the electronics manufacturing sector to be appointed as a Member of the Electronics Recycling Industry Council.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Industry Council members must be comfortable with change and able to lead an analysis of risk against long-term organizational sustainability and development. To ensure that the Industry Council composition represents a diverse range of both general and special skills and personal backgrounds and experiences, ARMA is seeking a member who possesses a combination of the following:

Electronics Industry Experience:

• Senior level experience in the manufacturing, supply, or wholesale distribution of electronics devices.

Board Governance or Industry Advisory Experience

• Prior board or advisory council experience is an asset.

Promotes Compelling Vision: Having a long-term perspective while identifying the shorter-term steps that will lead to results and the actualization of meaningful, challenging and worthwhile goals.

Seeks Innovation: Thinking expansively and demonstrating intense imaginative insight to identify wise but innovative solutions.

Integrity and Personal Credibility: Demonstrates an ability to win trust and respect coupled with an ability to recognize and honor others. Honesty, humility and hard work are important as well as unwavering personal and professional ethics, integrity and values and a commitment to the long-term interests of ARMA and all Albertans.

Performance Driven: Has inner drive, a bias for action and knows how and when to depend on others.

Diplomacy and Networking: Understands and utilizes the power of developing and maintaining a network of relationships to achieve goals; can be discreet and sensitive with others taking into account cultural differences and positional authority; builds strong and lasting internal and external partnerships.

Collaboration and Communication: Is a builder of teams; commitment and trust that can effectively communicate with diverse audiences and stakeholder groups; an expert at articulating in a manner that can influence others; understands and takes into account others’ motivations and feelings.

REMUNERATION

The Industry Council members shall be eligible to receive compensation and reimbursement of expenses in accordance with Alberta Recycling’s Remuneration and Expense Policy.

 The Alberta Recycling Management Authority (ARMA) acts on behalf of the province to oversee end-of-life processing of tires, electronics, paint and used oil materials. Our industry is rooted in the principle of a circular economy where resources and products are kept in use for as long as possible, and regenerated into new products and materials at the end of their earlier life cycle. 

If you are passionate about inspiring a future without waste, having fun, embracing change and pursuing growth we would love to hear from you. Please apply in confidence to Human Resources by emailing your resume to careers@albertarecycling.ca. 

We are committed to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in our recruitment processes and in our work environment, where every individual feels valued, respected and a sense of belonging. 

By submitting your resume and personal information to ARMA, and/or participating in a personal interview, you acknowledge and consent to the collection, use and disclosure of your personal information by ARMA to determine your suitability for employment, Board, Council and/or Committee opportunities. 

Organization Overview 

ARMA is accountable to the Minister of Environment and Protected Areas and, hence, to the people of Alberta. ARMA is governed by a Board of Directors; these Directors represent a broad spectrum of interested parties. In addition to the Board of Directors, there are four Designated Material Industry Councils (Electronics, Paint, Tires and Used Oil) who provide industry insight and recommendations to ARMA administration and the Board of Directors on key aspects of each respective program. This allows direct involvement by key participants in the development of environmentally sound and effective approaches for managing the designated materials. 

The Role 

ARMA is seeking an oil industry professional to join the Used Oil Recycling Industry Council. This Council provides insight and recommendations to ARMA and the Board of Directors for the development of environmentally sound and effective approaches for managing used oil materials. The Council will meet as often as required to provide effective governance and oversight to the Board. Currently the Board meets no less than four times per calendar year and Industry Councils meet three times per year. Council Member terms are appointed annually with a maximum of nine years served. Meetings are held during regular business hours. 

Responsibilities of the Designated Material Industry Councils 

Industry Councils shall be responsible for the following: 

• Providing the Board with advice and recommendations on Designated Material program management, preparing business plans and budgets relating to the Designated Material stream, and preparing annual reports against the business plan and budget for approval by the Board; 
• Preparing a planning and reporting schedule for the Industry Council for approval by the Board; 
• Regularly reviewing and considering the Designated Material-specific incentive and development programs (the “Programs”) terms and conditions in the context of recycling objectives; and 
• Recommending program changes to the Board which are intended to further meet the goals of Alberta Recycling or the objects of the programs. 

To ensure effective communication of information and recommendations to the Board: 

• Industry Councils shall provide a copy of all resolutions passed by the Industry Council to the Board, a copy of the minutes of the meeting of the Industry Council at which a resolution was passed, and all materials supporting the recommendations; 
• The Chair of each Industry Council shall report to the Board at least once annually on all Industry Council matters and issues relevant to the Industry Council and to provide recommendations to the Board concerning the same; and 
• Alberta Recycling management shall report to the Industry Council on matters relevant to the Industry Council, including Board decisions and matters of administration. 

Industry Councils meet 3 times per year (February, June, and October) and members are asked to attend as many meetings as possible in person, although virtual meeting attendance is possible. Typically one meeting per year consists of on-site tours of a relevant facility. 

The Ideal Candidate 

ARMA is seeking a senior leader in the oil refining or marketing sector who is also a member of the Canadian Fuels Association to be appointed as a member of the Used Oil Recycling Industry Council. 

Core Competencies 

Industry Council members must be comfortable with change and able to lead an analysis of risk against long-term organizational sustainability and development. To ensure that the Industry Council composition represents a diverse range of both general and special skills and personal backgrounds and experiences, ARMA is seeking a member who possesses a combination of the following: 

Oil Industry Experience: 

• Senior level experience in the manufacturing, brand owner or marketing sector who are also members of the Canadian Fuels Association; 

Board Governance or Industry Advisory Experience:

• Prior board or advisory council experience is an asset. 

Promotes Compelling Vision: Having long-term perspective while identifying the shorter-term steps that will lead to results and the actualization of meaningful, challenging and worthwhile goals. 

Seeks Innovation: Thinking expansively and demonstrating intense imaginative insight to identify wise but innovative solutions. 

Integrity and Personal Credibility: Demonstrates an ability to win trust and respect coupled with an ability to recognize and honor others. Honesty, humility and hard work are important as well as unwavering personal and professional ethics, integrity and values and a commitment to the long-term interests of ARMA and all Albertans. 

Performance Driven: Has inner drive, a bias for action and knows how and when to depend on others. 

Diplomacy and Networking. Understands and utilizes the power of developing and maintaining a network of relationships to achieve goals; can be discreet and sensitive with others taking into account cultural differences and positional authority; builds strong and lasting internal and external partnerships. 

Collaboration and Communication: Is a builder of teams; commitment and trust that can effectively communicate with diverse audiences and stakeholder groups; an expert at articulating in a manner that can influence others; understands and takes into account others’ motivations and feelings. 

Remuneration 

The Industry Council members shall be eligible to receive compensation and reimbursement of expenses in accordance with Alberta Recycling’s Remuneration and Expense Policy. 

We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted 

For thirty years, Albertans have proven their commitment to the environment through enduring support and participation in our recycling programs. 

Since 1992 the Alberta Recycling Management Authority (ARMA) has proudly and responsibly managed some of the province’s major recycling initiatives. Through this process, we have secured valuable relationships with a multistakeholder board, four industry councils, over 5,300 registered suppliers and producers, and 27 recyclers. 

Additionally, we have 157 municipal and Indigenous communities who manage 440 electronics, paint, tire and used oil materials collection sites throughout the province, equipping Albertans to do the right thing and recycle their end-of-life products instead of throwing them away. 

As we approach our 31st year of operations, we recognize the partnerships that have formed the foundation of our organization—which continues to thrive—giving Albertans some of the best recycling programs in Canada, while positively impacting the economy with over 1,500 FTE and $180 million annually in Gross Value Added (GVA). We also acknowledge several achievements that have helped make ARMA a vital presence on the province’s environmental landscape including: 

• Diverting 11.2 million electronics, 31.5 million litres of paint, 137 million tires, and over 1.9 billion litres of used oil from Alberta’s landfills. 
• Completing the Expanded Electronics Pilot (ePilot), a two-year pilot which contemplates the addition of an additional 500 electronic materials into the existing electronics program. The pilot provided valuable insights into what material streams could be further targeted to achieve circularity and shaped our recommendations for expansion. These recommendations have been presented to the provincial government, and while this is being reviewed, our ePilot has been extended to permit the continued collection and processing of the expanded materials. 
• Completing the consultations with industry associations and other stakeholder organizations regarding the expansion of the Used Oil & Materials program which shaped our recommendations for the program expansion. These recommendations have been presented to the provincial government and we continue to work with them on the proposal. 
• Creating a solar panel recycling group and establishing Canada’s first set of solar panel recycling standards and diverting over 1,900 panels from landfill. 
• Educating municipalities on the benefits of tire-derived aggregate—an engineered product—and facilitating grants for its use as a drainage blanket in leachate collection systems in place of conventional aggregate, a non-renewable resource. 
• Awarding 25 Alberta Municipalities with recycled plastic park benches as part of our 30th-anniversary celebration. 
• Developing a new website with an enhanced Depot Finder to better serve the needs of Albertans and aid them in their accessibility and knowledge of recycling. 
• Implementing ARMA Connect, our transformational new software program that replaces our old core databases for the administration of environmental fee revenue, recycling incentive claims, and collection site claims. This implementation signals a critical investment in IT infrastructure to increase operational efficiency and equip our organization to grow and evolve. 
• Examining and restructuring our governance model to ensure that we are nimble and able to continue to evolve and take on new responsibilities and initiatives. 
• On October 3, 2022, it was announced that ARMA would be the oversight body for the province’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulation which supports two product streams: Single-use Products, Packaging and Paper Products (PPP), and Hazardous and Special Products (HSP). Alberta’s EPR regulation (194/2022) shifts the cost of recycling from municipalities to industries that produce products. This approach will support a plastics circular economy to help us better manage single-use plastics and other recyclable materials and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by about 72,000 tonnes annually. 
  
  

While these are undoubtedly tremendous accomplishments, there is so much more to do as we move forward. 

Working from our strong foundation, ARMA is as committed as ever to fulfilling our vision of Inspiring A Future Without Waste and building a strong, robust circular economy. This ambitious vision is what is needed to continue fostering creativity, leadership, and enhanced performance. Within this space we will continue collaborating with innovators and entrepreneurs to advance our existing stewardship programs while expanding into the oversight of EPR, building a high-value circular economy where ingenuity creates local jobs and extends our value beyond Alberta’s borders while reducing our environmental impacts. 

THE OPPORTUNITY BOARD DIRECTORS 

ARMA is committed to transparency and to responsible governance practices. The Board is responsible for the stewardship of the organization, establishing the key policies and standards for the organization, including policies for the assessment and management of its risks and for reviewing and approving its strategic plans. To meet its governance and oversight responsibilities, the Board has adopted a Board mandate and Directors Terms of Reference. In carrying out their responsibilities, Directors are expected to be actively engaged in and add value to the Board’s work. 

ARMA is seeking four (4) Directors to be appointed in September 2023 at the Annual General Meeting. To ensure consistency, these four (4) new Board Directors will have staggered terms of either one (1), two (2), or three (3) year initial term with the ability for reappointment. Terms will be established upon selection in discussion with the successful candidates. 

The Board meets quarterly in June (Q1), August (Q2), November (Q3) and February (Q4). 

The Board currently has three standing Committees: 

• Audit & Finance Committee 
• Governance & People Committee 
• Assessment Committee 
  
  

The Audit & Finance and Governance & People Committees typically meet the same month as the Board, with the Audit & Finance Committee holding one additional meeting in January, to address budget specifically. 

The Assessment Committee meets two times per year, typically in October and March. 

All committees have the ability to call meetings on an ad hoc basis as the need arises. 

Committee members are selected with regard to previous senior Executive and leadership experience and/or extensive Directorship experience. 

Board Directors are expected to: 

• Be knowledgeable about the mission, vision, values, strategic direction, and activities of ARMA. 
• Demonstrate a solid understanding of the roles, responsibilities, and the legal duties of a Director, and the governance structure of ARMA, and the regulatory environment in which ARMA operates. 
• Actively participate in Board-related matters, contribute, and add value to Board work and discussions. 
• Be available and dedicate time to the role, including to attend and be prepared for meetings and be informed on relevant issues (through pre-reading information packages or otherwise). 
• Participate in Committees where appointed and become knowledgeable about the purpose and goals of the duties required of that Committee. 
  
  

THE PERSON 

Board Director candidates will be seasoned leaders, with Board and/or executive leadership experience from a wide variety of industry sectors. They will be well respected members of the community and with all levels of government. 

As a member of the Board of ARMA, the Director will contribute positively and effectively to the maintenance of the Board as a strong, active and independent Board that operates ethically and according to Board Governance principles, law, and best practice. Board Director candidates should have a significant connection to Alberta and can demonstrate an understanding of Alberta industry and policies. 

The ideal candidate will have one or more of the following key competencies or areas of expertise: 

• Extended Producer Responsibility including knowledge of EPR regulatory frameworks and systems with a policy approach under which producers are given a significant responsibility – financial and/or physical – for the treatment or disposal of post-consumer products. 
• Circular economy knowledge of a sustainable alternative to the traditional linear (take-make-dispose) economic model, reducing waste to a minimum by reusing, repairing, refurbishing, and recycling existing materials and products. 
• Enterprise risk management, ability to identifying potential risks, recommending, and implementing preventative measures, and devising plans to minimize the impact of risks. Experience or knowledge of auditing practices, organizational controls, and compliance measures is highly desirable. 
• Communications, public relations or interacting with the media, including knowledge of effective advocacy and public engagement strategies, developing key messages, crisis communications, or social media and viral marketing. 
• Information technology management experience including the study, design, development, implementation, support, or management of computer-based information systems; particularly software applications, computer hardware, programming, or database development. 
• Entrepreneurial experience owning or operating a business. 
• Experience in providing leadership and oversight of complex strategic planning exercises. 
• Economic development knowledge including experience with programs, policies or activities that seek to improve the economic well-being and quality of life for a community.
• Rural connection with significant knowledge and experience interacting with rural communities or residing in an area that is located outside of a city, town, village or summer village. 
  
  

We are committed to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in our recruitment processes and in our work environment, where every individual feels valued, respected and a sense of belonging. The ideal candidate will enhance the diversity of the Board including being able to recognize and appreciate the unique perspectives and contributions of a diverse board. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ATTRIBUTES 

A director who fulfils expectations: 

Exhibits independent judgment: by maintaining impartiality, is aware of and guards against personal and organizational bias and inequity, maintaining clear delegations and refraining from engaging in management activities of any nature, by exercising the director’s own judgment and opinion; and by the director’s expected willingness to take a stand as needed even if contrary to prevailing wisdom or opinion, for the good of ARMA. 

Exhibits integrity: by being trustworthy, honest, candid, dependable and consistent in action, words and beliefs; by maintaining the utmost confidentiality and supporting and being accountable for board decisions; by demonstrating and insisting on high ethical standards; and by representing ARMA appropriately when interfacing with members of the public and acting in a manner that would withstand scrutiny and never using power inappropriately. 

Displays commitment to do the right thing for the good of ARMA: by avoiding or remaining free from real or perceived conflicts or self-interest, or appropriately disclosing and managing these; and by impartially assessing perspectives and views without favour or prejudice to a particular stakeholder, interest or relationship. 

Displays commitment to an oversight role: through meeting attendance with at least 80% of the board and committee meetings of which they are a member, availability, responsiveness, attentiveness and an information-seeking orientation; by evidence of diligent meeting preparation, review, and reporting and attention to detail; by the employment of competencies expected from or possessed by the director; and by possessing a solid understanding of fiduciary, ethical and legal responsibilities of board membership, and the distinction between governance and management, and acting appropriately. 

Displays a capacity to challenge: by critically, informatively, proportionately, and constructively inquiring, challenging, testing, scrutinizing and debating core assumptions, proposals, or decisions on major risks and strategic issues; probing factors contributing to variations between expected and actual performance; and, as needed, challenging emerging conventional wisdom or the board’s group thinking or decision-taking process. 

Displays a willingness to act: when financial and non-financial performance measures are not being met; by taking leadership of, and following through on, key topics as needed and gathering support from peer directors; and by assertiveness, perseverance, and supporting the taking of significant, ascendant or principled action or decisions as warranted. 

Displays conceptual thinking skills: by being a quick study, willing to learn, and possessing the intellectual capacity to understand, combine, and interpret complex and diverse information; by thinking with an open mind and establishing patterns, connections and meanings among seemingly separate issues or disparate facts; and by effectively assessing interdependent, system-wide causes, relationships, and organizational alternatives. 

Displays communication skills (oral, written and visual): by listening, respecting, acknowledging, and building upon the viewpoints and perspectives of others; and by presenting thoughtful views and asking well-formulated questions in a clear, consistent, logical, honest, audible, well-timed, constructive, and persuasive manner and tone that contributes positively to debates. 

Displays teamwork skills: by engaging directors and management with perception, acuity, tact, and rapport to build constructive working relationships and dynamics that engender mutual trust, respect, and contribution; and by an orientation toward resolving differences of opinion, forging consensus, reaching solutions, and maintaining resiliency and composure under difficult circumstances. 

Displays influence skills: by political adeptness, appealing to the interests of others, persuasive reasoning, and effective modelling behaviours to gain support for ideas and positions, by providing feedback, mentoring, coaching, and development of management and peer directors; and by negotiating, advocating, and using personal networks and alliances on behalf of ARMA. 

REMUNERATION 

Compensation is provided for the time Directors spend on ARMA Board business, and reasonable expenses incurred while undertaking ARMA Board business are reimbursed as per ARMA’s Remuneration and Expense Policy. Further details will be discussed in a personal interview. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE 

April 14, 2023 

FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: 

Anurag Shourie or Diana Ly 
Leaders International 
Suite 501–10226 104 Street 
Edmonton, AB T5J 1B8 
Phone: 780.420.9900
Email: Edmonton@Leadersinternational.com 

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