Job Description

Specialist, Climate Change and Energy Management

Corporate Services- Climate Change and Energy Management

Status: Contract Full Time; Contract End Date: December 31, 2024

Salary Range: $73,482-$91,853 per annum plus comprehensive benefits

Work mode: Hybrid* see below for more details about this work mode.

Location: 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton

Hours of work: 35 hours per week

Who we are:

The Office of Climate Change and Energy Management (OCCEM) has the lead role in enabling the Region of Peel to respond to climate change to create a low-carbon, resilient Community for Life, through principles of shared-leadership, balance, transparency and innovation.

OCCEM provides the expertise, knowledge, strategy and tools to enable regional services and community partners to embed climate change and energy management principles into practice while achieving divisional goals and organizational outcomes.

What you will do in this role:

In this position you will work directly with a team of Climate Change and Energy Management (CCEM) Advisors, as well as outside contractors and consultants, to manage the implementation of climate change and energy management initiatives.

• Coordination of clients/vendors, purchasing procurement process management
• Prepare, research and review relevant documentation and legislation
• Draft reports and presentations for Advisors and the Manager
• Facilitate meetings with teams and stakeholders
• Provide detailed management and reporting of communication plans for various initiatives
• Support climate change & energy management programs and plans through the development of communication materials, messaging (newsletters, weekly project updates) and messaging to clients (emails, status reports)
• Offer recommendations on trends, risks and opportunities in the highly specialized area of climate change and energy management
• Undertake significant research and in-depth investigation of energy consumption profiles for all Regional facilities to assist in identifying opportunities for climate change and energy management
• Carry out pre and post energy retrofit reporting and analysis of Regional facilities to identify whether energy conservation and efficiency initiatives meet expected savings targets
• Work closely with client programs in order to learn and understand the client program, processes and facility operations
• Professionally address client and public enquiries regarding climate change and energy management
• Monitor and report on capital expenditures and provide regular financial reporting update
• Provide expert interpretation and advice on relevant energy legislation and regulations
• Oversee consultants and vendors in the delivery of cost effective services and operations
• Be a catalyst of change management in climate action through supporting engagement of key stakeholders, both internal and external

What the role requires:

• A university degree or a specialized college diploma in a related technical discipline, or in another relevant discipline such as environmental studies, , project management or purchasing
• Five years of related experience
• Knowledge of contract administration and project development
• General understanding of design and construction standards
• General knowledge of climate change and energy management
• Combination of education and experience may be considered

Skills/Abilities:

• Strong analytical, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Project leadership, organizational and time management skills
• Proven excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Negotiation, motivation, facilitation, conflict resolution and team-building skills
• Proficiency in all MS Office applications (Visio, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project management software applications (Microsoft Project)
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias

Nice to have:

• Knowledge of project management principles, practices, techniques and tools

Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan including psychological health (effective start date)
• Voluntary enrolment into OMERS pension plan
• Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis up to 3 weeks per annum
• 3 Paid personal days and floating holidays
• Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing
• Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance
• Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion

In this role you will have the ability to work remotely and attend on-site when required based on operational requirements at the 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton worksite. The frequency of on-site activities may vary on a weekly basis and based on operational requirements. Your remote work location must be located within the province of Ontario.

The Region of Peel offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved.

Interview: Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology.

At Peel Region, we value being open and transparent with our community. The Ontario government has passed legislation that will dissolve Peel Region on January 1, 2025. Peel remains committed to providing uninterrupted services to our residents and businesses through the transition. Skilled and qualified professionals are and will be needed to deliver services to the Peel community regardless of the governance model. For information about our transition and how we continue delivering services, visit peelregion.ca/transition.

If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.

As part of the Region\xe2\x80\x99s ongoing commitment to health and safety, there are enhanced COVID-19 specific safety protocols and/or personal protective equipment requirements (e.g. masks, eye protection, etc.) in place to help protect health and safety. The additional requirements are determined based on the nature of the work being carried out.

About Us

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 175,000 businesses.

We\xe2\x80\x99re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6,500 strong and since 1974, we\xe2\x80\x99ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.

Recognized by Canada\'s Healthy Workplace Month\xc2\xae with the presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it\xe2\x80\x99s impactful. We encourage you to in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won\'t find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Additional Information

The Region of Peel is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.

The Region of Peel is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact .

Please be advised, the Region of Peel uses email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions. It is the applicant\xe2\x80\x99s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e. testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.

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