Environmental Assessment Officer

**ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT OFFICER** **WINNIPEG, MB** Manitoba Hydro is consistently recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers **_ Great Benefits_** - Competitive salary and benefits package. - Defined-benefit pension plan. - Nine-day work cycle which normally results in every other Monday off, providing for a balanced approach to work, family life - and community.- Flex-time and partially remote work schedule (providing the option to work remotely 3 days per 2 week period), depending on nature of work, operational requirements and work location. Manitoba Hydro is a leader among energy companies in North America, recognized for providing highly reliable service and exceptional customer satisfaction. Join our team of Manitoba's best as we continue to build a company that supports innovation, commitment and customer service. We are seeking an Environmental Assessment Officer to join our Transmission & Distribution Environment and Engagement Department. Under the general direction of the Senior Environmental Assessment Officer, you will lead the development and coordination of environmental assessments related to planned Manitoba Hydro transmission and station projects, as well as support public and indigenous engagement and heritage resource programs. **_ Responsibilities:_** - Plan, lead, and manage environmental assessment programs and preparation of Environmental Assessment Reports/Impact Statements. - Write environmental assessment reports, project descriptions, position papers, and correspondence at a high degree of accuracy for a variety of internal and external audiences. - Organize and coordinate inter-departmental and consultant project teams in the development of environmental assessments. - Track and assist with managing schedules, budgets, and progress for completion of environmental assessments. - Provide advice and assist in activities related to public and indigenous engagement and heritage resource programs. - Contribute to responses for project inquiries from regulators and interested parties. - Develop collaborative working relationships, internally and externally, necessary to identify and incorporate best practices in - areas of strategic importance to environmental assessment and successful licensing of capital projects.- Maintain proficiency in evolving contemporary environmental assessment methods and processes that may be employed in assessing and quantifying the potential for environmental impacts. **_ Qualifications:_** - A four-year degree in Physical, Biological, or Social Science, or Resource Management from a university of recognized standing, plus five years' experience in Environmental Impact Assessment, or Environmental Licensing, with four years of experience directly related to major developments, preferably energy developments. - A master's degree in Physical, Biological or Social Science, or Resource Management would be a significant asset. - An anthropology/archaeology-related educational background and or experience with conducting heritage resource impact - assessments would be a significant asset.- Experience with planning and conducting environmental impacts assessments for major projects in Manitoba/Canada. - Exceptional writing, editing, and oral communication skills, with demonstrated experience in developing a range of communication materials for internal and external audiences, including briefing materials, recommendations, discussion papers, reports, speeches, presentations, correspondences, and articles for media and academic publication. - Experience in working with and in multi-disciplinary study teams. - Demonstrated understanding of environmental regulatory processes associated with the Manitoba Environment Act, the Impact Assessment Act, Canadian Energy Regulator Act, and other environmental regulatory requirements for project development and operation. MANITOBA HYDRO IS COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY AND EMPLOYMENT EQUITY Reference Code: CO56876964-01 - A self-starter, innovative, diplomatic, practical, tolerant possessing mature judgment. - Possesses a valid Province of Manitoba Driver's Licence. - Must be prepared to travel and to work outside of normal business hours. - Required to travel by all modes of transportation i.e., air, land, and water. - Must obtain and maintain a current Personnel Risk Assessment and a "Clear" security rating in accordance with Manitoba Hydro policy P513. **Salary Range** Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The range for the classification is $46.06 - $63.58 Hourly, $88,251.02 - $121,841.46 Annually. We thank you for your interest and will contact you if you are selected for an interview. **_ This document is available in accessible formats upon request. Please let us know if you require any accommodations_** **_during the recruitment process._