JOB OVERVIEW: Sustainability SpecialistThis position reports to the Manager, Planning and Sustainability within the Office of Campus & Community Planning ("CCP") and works closely with other key parties.
KPU's Office of CCP is looking for a self-motivated and driven professional to join their team as a Sustainability Specialist. The Sustainability Specialist will work with employees, faculty, and students to research, develop and implement policies, procedures and initiatives to advance sustainability and other related strategic initiatives, including efforts to reduce corporate energy use and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in keeping with the University's objectives to be carbon neutral by no later than the year 2050. It will support land use and policy planning within the University, as well as the implementation of the Campus Master Plan KPU2050 and its Sustainability Framework. This position also supports the ongoing involvement and advancement of BC Hydro's Commercial Energy Manager Program.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE- The preferred candidate has a University degree in sustainability, urban and / or community planning, resource management, or public policy, a minimum of three years of experience working in the energy and/or sustainability field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Any of the following professional designations would be considered an asset:
- Registered Professional Planner or Registered Professional Engineer or Registered Engineering Technologist or Certified Energy Manager designation (through the Association of Energy Engineers);
- Energy efficiency training such as CIET Energy Management Training Course;
- LEED professional accreditation (LEED AP);
- Project Management Professional (PMP);
- Change Management;
- Multi-Objective Decision Making.
QUALIFICATIONS- Sound knowledge of the principles, best practices, strategies, technologies, objectives and systems related to environmental sustainability, climate action (both mitigation and adaptation), and energy efficiency, including their application in policy, procedures and programs in a post-secondary context that is influenced by federal, provincial and municipal legislation;
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with Indigenous communities;
- Knowledge of project management principles and methodologies and experience with capital and energy projects;
- Experience supporting and fostering equitable, diverse and inclusive environments;
- A strong passion for planning and sustainability with a demonstrated ability to work in a customer-oriented and collaborative environment while adhering to tight timelines and changing priorities;
- Ability to analyze technical information, conduct research, write both concise and comprehensive reports, and deliver clear and purposeful presentations;
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to interact and communicate with others at all levels of the organization as well as with external key parties are essential;
- Broad knowledge of building mechanical and electrical systems including building automation systems related to lighting systems, HVAC systems, cooling plant equipment, heating plant equipment and control systems;
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications;
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative and adapt to changes in organizational priorities;
- Ability to promote and contribute to team goals, and achieve objectives ensuring optimal use of resources; and demonstrated professionalism, integrity, ethical behaviour and commitment to the values of KPU;
- Demonstrated tact and discretion in preparing, disclosing and handling information of a confidential and/or sensitive nature;
- Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of a team;
- Possession of a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle is required.
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*Salary Information Annual salary increases are based on hours worked and anniversary dates
Please note: As per the KPU-BCGEU Collective Agreement, qualified internal applicants within the BCGEU bargaining unit are given first consideration in filling this position. Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on the internal closing date in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Internal applications received after the closing date will be considered as an external applicant.
