Specialist, Climate Change and Energy Management 

Corporate Services- Climate Change and Energy Management 

Status: (1) Regular Full Time

Salary Range: $76,054 - $95,068 per annum plus comprehensive benefits

Work Mode: Hybrid i.e. 1-2 days in office or as per operational requirement *see below for more details about this work mode.

Location: 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton

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.

Join Our Team as a Climate Change and Energy Management Specialist!

Are you passionate about driving impactful climate initiatives? We are seeking a dynamic professional to collaborate with our dedicated team of Climate Change and Energy Management (CCEM) Advisors, alongside external contractors and consultants, to spearhead transformative energy management projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Coordination: Manage relationships with clients and vendors while streamlining the procurement process for maximum efficiency.
• Informed Research & Reporting: Prepare, analyze, and review vital documentation and legislation, creating insightful reports and presentations for stakeholders.
• Engagement & Facilitation: Lead meetings with teams and key stakeholders to foster collaboration and ensure alignment on initiatives.
• Communication Champion: Develop and disseminate communication materials, including newsletters and project updates, to keep clients informed and engaged.
• Insightful Analysis: Identify trends, risks, and opportunities in the specialized field of climate change and energy management through comprehensive research and energy consumption analysis.
• Impact Assessment: Conduct thorough pre- and post-retrofit evaluations to measure the success of energy conservation efforts against targeted savings.
• Client-Centric Approach: Build strong relationships with client programs to fully understand their processes and operations, ensuring tailored support.
• Expert Guidance: Provide interpretation and advice on relevant energy legislation and regulations, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment.
• Cost Management Oversight: Monitor capital expenditures and deliver regular financial updates to maintain budgetary integrity.
• Catalyst for Change: Act as a change agent in climate action, engaging internal and external stakeholders to drive progress and innovation.

Why Join Us?

• Make a Difference: Be at the forefront of climate action, contributing to sustainable energy solutions that impact communities.
• Collaborative Environment: Work with a passionate team committed to innovation and excellence in energy management.
• Professional Growth: Access opportunities for learning and development in a fast-evolving field.

If you're ready to make a difference and advance your career in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you! Apply now to become a vital part of our mission for a sustainable future.

Check out our Climate Change Initiatives

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 

Work Mode & Job Location: In this role, you'll enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement. This means you'll have the ability to work off-site and on-site as needed, depending on operational needs at the 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton worksite. The frequency of on-site work may vary from week to week, depending on operational demands, which can evolve over time.

It's important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that we're compliant with all regulations and policies.

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 include video conference technology

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

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’re 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 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve 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® with the Great Employer Award 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’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Peel Region 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.

Peel Region 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 zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca 

Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s 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.