Climate Action and Energy

Position: Climate Action and Energy Specialist
Employer: City of Burnaby
Location: Burnaby, Metro Vancouver BC

As employees, we joined the City to make a difference in the community. The Burnaby Promise sets out the responsibilities of every employee, every day, in every decision we make. It describes the standards that every employee should strive to meet when interacting with Burnaby residents, external and internal clients, and City colleagues. It gives us the tools to check our actions, particularly in times of conflict or challenge. When every employee lives by the Principles and Commitments in this document, we will collectively create a City we all want to be in, that fosters employee engagement, strengthens our relationships, and better serves our community through service excellence.

This position works in the Climate Action and Environment organizational unit. This is specialized technical research and policy planning related work involving the analysis, development, formulation, and implementation of strategies, policies, programs and solutions that align with the City’s initiatives and framework in addressing climate action. An incumbent develops and makes recommendations on strategies and policy proposals related to climate action initiatives and environmental programs; presents and defends policy research, analysis and proposals to senior management and implements and oversees the development of processes, tools, and plans with established goals. The Specialist researches, assembles, analyzes and interprets data related to a range of land use, ecosystem health, and environmental issues; prepares recommendations that minimize risks from projections of past, present and future impacts of activities. A Climate Action and Energy Specialist establishes and maintains effective working relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders; facilitates conversations to identify needs and concerns of interested parties; and provides technical advice and assistance. This role may review, recommend and/or approve industrial, commercial and multi-family development plans and business license applications; and provides guidance to applicants in compliance with established policies and regulations. Other responsibilities include developing terms of reference for climate action or environmental projects; providing recommendations for hiring of environmental consultants; performing inspectional, regulatory and enforcement duties; and responding to environmental emergencies. The successful candidate will be required to accept standby and call-out work as required by the department. Performs related work as required.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental science, geography, or a related discipline, plus considerable related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Thorough knowledge of provincial, regional and corporate programs, policies and best practices related to climate action and environmental issues. Considerable knowledge of the procedures, methods, techniques of researching, evaluating and analyzing data related to issues under review and of operating equipment and instruments related to the work. An incumbent will have considerable knowledge of the policies, regulations, standards, bylaws and objectives governing the work performed; ability to collect, analyze and interpret data and to prepare clear and concise studies, reports and correspondence; and apply departmental regulations, to formulate strategies and prepare recommendations regarding policy alternatives to environmental and climate change problems and related matters. Furthermore, to communicate effectively orally and in writing; facilitate and develop public education and communication related to the work. Ability to exercise sound judgment in interpreting policies, requirements and standards and in making decisions on a variety of matters. A Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia is required.

Duration: Regular Full Time

Salary: $7,629 – 7,946 – 8,285 – 8,647 – 9,014/month (2024 Rates)

Schedule: 70 hours bi-weekly; Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM – 4:45 PM (Nine-Day Fortnight)

Special Notes: Normal for CUPE 23 Inside Division Collective Agreement

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Please apply online by March 31, 2025. Apply here. 

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We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years. We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.

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Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.