Climate Change, Climate Action

Position: Climate Action Specialist (2 Year Contract)
Organization: The County of Brant
Location: Paris / Brantford / Brant County, Ontario

• Department: Office of the Chief Administrative Officer
• Reports to: Director of Corporate Strategy
• Initial Placement: Wincey Mills

Minimum Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in environmental science, geography, climate science, or a related field
• Three (3) years’ progressive experience in a related field
• Excellent project management and facilitation skills
• Broad knowledge of climate change issues and sustainable development principles and practices
• Strong research and data analytical skills with the ability to conduct rigorous research, summarize findings, and present recommendations
• Ability to balance multiple complex projects independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrated ability to develop and foster internal and external relationships
• Excellent written and oral presentation skills
• Ability to think strategically and creatively, and use ingenuity to solve unique challenges
• Ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation, including Federal and Provincial statutes and municipal by-laws
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital project management tools
• Valid Ontario Driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
• Demonstrated safe working practices

Assets:

• Political acumen and demonstrated political sensitivity
• Experience working in the municipal sector
• Experience with preparing and submitting applications for grant funding

Job Duties:

• Champion the implementation of the projects and initiatives identified in the County’s Climate Action Plan, including routine updates on the progress of the Plan’s implementation
• Provide expert advice, both scientific and policy related to County departments in policy development by applying a climate lens to new initiatives and programs
• Manage the County’s energy management reporting required under O. Reg 25/23 and other data reporting requirements as identified
• Proactively identify grant funding for County projects to increase project viability and environmental sustainability
• Organize and direct effective project teams and undertake multi-stakeholder (both internal and external) engagement for the successful delivery of climate related projects and initiatives
• Proactively research key priorities and municipal sector trends, and recommend options, new initiatives or solutions for consideration
• Prepare reports and presentations to Council, Standing Committees, and internal and external committees and organizations
• Other duties as assigned

Hourly Rate: $46.80 - $54.75 (Job Grade 7 – under review) 35 hours per week

Please visit http://www.brant.ca/jobs to apply for this job opportunity.

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Date of Posting: Friday April 25th, 2025

The application deadline: 9:00 am Monday May 12th, 2025

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