- Job ID: 63512
- Job Category: Project Management
- Division & Section: Environment, Climate & Forestry, Corporate Transformation
- Work Location: Union Station, 65 Front Street West, Toronto, M5J 1E6. Hybridin accordance withthe Cityof Toronto's Hybrid Work Policy
- Job Type & Duration: Temporary (24 Months), Full Time
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Salary Range: $89,337.00 - $120,831.00
Hiring Zone: $94,470.00 - $102,426.00
- Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 35 Hours Per Week
- Affiliation: Non-Union
- Number of Positions Open: 1
- Posting Period: 15-Jun-2026 to 29-Jun-2026
Striving towards making Toronto one of the most sustainable cities in the world, Environment Climate and Forestry (ECF) facilitates the development of corporate and community-wide environmental and climate policies and programs guided by the TransformTO Net Zero Strategy. ECF also plays a key role in enhancing the city's resilience to climate-related risks and impacts.
Corporate Transformation unit within ECF supports City of Toronto divisions, agencies, and corporations (DACs)through the development, implementation, and on-going sustainment of their net zero carbon asset transition plans by providing subject matter expertise, strategic oversight, and operational guidance related to the City's TransformTO Net Zero Strategy. This includes helping to prioritize investment in climate action through the annual carbon budgets and five-year emissions budget, applying change management best practices to support Net Zero adoption, and reporting on key performance targets.
Reporting to the Program Manager, Corporate Fleet and Public EV Assets, the Project Lead will play an important role in advancing the City's climate and sustainability objectives. This position will lead and support a range of strategic initiatives designed to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon, resilient future.
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Conduct research into assigned areas, including working with confidential information related to policy, staffing, job roles and budgetary changes and produce reports that consider developments within the field, City policies and practices, legislation and initiatives by other municipalities, levels of government and organizations, and emerging research and evidence-based advice from the academic community, along with corporate policies, practices, and legislation.
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Collaborate with project team members, support staff and trainees, ensuring effective teamwork, communication and high standards of work quality to advance the Division's initiatives in a multifaceted and cohesive workplace.
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Assists in the design, development, and facilitation of policies, procedures, and processes.
Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:
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Post-secondary education in Environmental Studies, Public Administration/Policy, Engineering, Applied Sciences, Urban Planning or a relevant discipline or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
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Experience with electric vehicle charging and fleet decarbonization programs delivery that involve multiple stakeholders.
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Experience in handling multiple and diverse projects from inception through implementation with minimal directions, and the ability to initiate, coordinate and manage the implementation of creative solutions.
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Exceptional communication skills (oral and written) that include excellent report writing, briefing material preparation and strong presentation skills for small and large groups, in person and in an online setting.
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Strong interpersonal and relationship building and management skills.
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Experience in the design and delivery of stakeholder engagement and consultation programs. An environment and climate policy focus would be considered an asset.
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Extensive experience in conducting research, analysis, interpreting large volumes of data, summarizing findings and creating presentations.
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Advanced knowledge and experience with a variety of software packages including Microsoft Suite (e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Project, and Visio, including advanced level in Excel) and GIS mapping.
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Advanced knowledge in drafting and presenting reports and recommendations to senior level management.
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Knowledge of the City of Toronto government structure, policies and decision-making processes is an asset.
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Ability to support the Toronto Public Service values to ensure a culture that champions equity, diversity and respectful workplaces.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.
Accommodation
The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process.
