Environmental Professional - Clean Energy Specialist

The Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for the permanent position of Environmental Professional within the Environment & Climate Change Division of Property, Fleet and Environment.

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality's core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.

Reporting to the Manager of Clean Energy, the successful candidate will be responsible for promoting the adoption of renewable and clean energy technologies within our organization and community through policy, projects and programs. More specifically, this role will support in the electrification of over 500 light-duty fleet vehicles, as directed by HalifACT and our Municipal Electric Vehicle Strategy.

In this position, the successful candidate will be responsible for Project Managing the rollout of both electric vehicles and suitable charging infrastructure across all municipal depots. Support the design and tendering of fleet charging infrastructure projects. Support the testing, ongoing operating and maintenance of both fleet and public charging equipment. Support the education and Change Managment campaigns as it relates to the fleet transition. Support other clean energy initiatives like our emissions inventory, building energy retrofits, solar and wind policy and programming.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with the implementation of the Municipal Electric Vehicle Strategy, specifically the light-duty fleet transition
• Analyzes fleet data and collaborates with depot managers to suggest cost-effective charging solutions
• Develops a multi-year fleet charging deployment plan that includes charging type, budget, quantity and location
• Project manages the design, procurement and installation of chargers while identifying maintenance and operational needs
• Monitors changes in vehicle design and research policies/best practices of other municipalities and ensures operational standards are met while completing the transition
• Supports educational campaigns and workshops to raise awareness and promote the benefits of electric vehicle ownership
• Develops partnerships with utility and private sector to encourage further charging deployment
• Support other clean energy initiatives like our emissions inventory, building energy retrofits, solar and wind policy and programming
• Identifies and advances opportunities to improve understanding and awareness of clean energy with staff, Council and members of the public
• Researches funding streams and develops capital and operational budgets
• Liaises and communicates with environment-related stakeholders and groups, HRM Boards, Committees, Community Councils and Regional Council
• Assists in the preparation of Regional Council Reports and other public documents.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience:

• University Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering or a related degree program;
• An applied environment, science, or engineering degree may also be considered;
• A minimum of four (4) years' experience in directly related environmental science and/or engineering.

Technical/Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of environmental sustainability and environmental performance measurement.
• Knowledge of provincial and federal environmental regulations and acts.
• Knowledge of municipal acts, by-laws, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of climate change mitigation and adaptation science, issues, programs and plans.
• Demonstrated project management skills.
• Knowledge and experience in the public administration of clean energy programs and projects is an asset.
• Knowledge and skills in zero-emission vehicles and their associated charging infrastructure is an asset.
• Financial analysis skills are considered an asset.

Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.

Please note - Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates, who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer's discretion.

Competencies: Developing Others, Analytical Thinking, Communication, Customer Service, Networking/Relationship Building, Valuing Diversity

WORK STATUS: Permanent Full-time
HOURS OF WORK: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm (Flex options to work outside these hours under a hybrid work model may be available)
SALARY: Level 10, NSGEU 222 $44.06/hr
WORK LOCATION: 3rd Floor, 88 Alderney Ferry Terminal, Dartmouth
CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 pm on October 6th, 2024.

This is a bargaining unit position. External applicants will only be considered if there are no qualified bargaining unit candidates.

Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing) and who require accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Recruiter when invited to the assessment process.