Energy and Sustainability Officer

The Grand Erie District School Board is guided by our vision to Learn, Lead and Inspire and our shared mission to build a culture of learning, well-being and belonging to inspire each learner. Grand Erie’s 2,800 employees provide quality education to approximately 26,000 full-time equivalent students who attend our 72 schools. The Board spans a geographic area encompassing the City of Brantford and the Counties of Brant, Haldimand and Norfolk. The head office is located in Brantford.

**Responsibilities**:
Reporting to Divisional Manager of Operations, Energy & Sustainability, the Energy & Sustainability Officer will be responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of energy saving strategies, programs and initiatives, verifying and tracking usage of utilities, managing and monitoring building automation controls, and managing water and waste reduction programs.

Qualifications:

- Secondary school graduation diploma, supported with a minimum two-year community college diploma in a relevant discipline
- Minimum one (3) year related experience in an environmental or technological field. Experience in a school setting of similar government agency is an asset
- Certified Energy Manager certification is an asset
- Knowledge of industry practices and government regulations for energy conservation and management
- Knowledge in the areas of electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilation and air condition, carpentry and general maintenance, as well as the Occupational Health and Safety Act is required
- Excellent organizational, planning, communication and project management skills
- Excellent leadership skills that will facilitate interaction with all levels in the organization
- Knowledge of Ministry of Education and Environment legislation, codes and regulations
- A valid Class G Ontario driver’s license
- Demonstrated competency in the use of Microsoft Office software
- Demonstrated tact, diplomacy and ability to deescalate difficult situations
- Effectively communicate Information to supervisors, principals, maintenance and custodial staff, and contractors, suppliers and government inspectors

Key Responsibilities:

- Manage building systems and utilities including developing and implementing energy saving strategies and targets
- Manage, troubleshoot and monitor building automation controls and schedules through a centralized building automation system.
- Monitor, track and verify utility purchase and performance of Board facilities. Maintain utility databases and prepare energy reports for the Board or Ministry
- Conduct energy audits of board facilities. Recommend field improvement measures to equipment and components to minimize energy consumption and enhance the learning environment
- Research and implement various energy management and conservation projects with consultants, suppliers, and contractors.
- Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of legislation, codes and regulations (provincial and municipal) and research literature as it pertains to waste management, environmental and energy programs
- Assist with the Board’s recycling programs, waste audits and waste reductions plans in compliance with Ministry regulations
- Assist the Divisional Manager of Operations, Energy & Sustainability to ensure compliance and management of drinking water systems
- Other related duties as assigned

Job Specifications

**Hours of Work**

8 hours per day/40 hours per week

**Rate of Pay**

$67,539 to $76,749 (pending review)

A competitive benefits plan is available through a provincial benefits trust plan

**Effective Date**

As soon as can be mutually arranged

Applicants with a disability that requires an accommodation to enable their participation in the interview process should advise the Board when contacted for an interview. Any assessment and selection materials and processes used in the interview process can be made available in an accessible format, upon request in advance.

All new employees are required to provide an original Police Record Check (which includes a “vulnerable sector screen”) acceptable to the Board prior to the commencement of employment.

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

**Grand Erie District School Board** recognizes **Six Nations of the Grand River** and **Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation**, as the longstanding peoples of this territory. We honour, recognize, and respect these communities as well as all **First Nations**, **Métis **and **Inuit Peoples** who reside within Grand Erie District School Board. We are all stewards of these lands and waters where we now gather, learn and play, and commit to working together in the spirit of Reconciliation.

**Salary**: $67,539.00-$76,749.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Mond