Climate adaptation specialist

City of Victoria’s Engineering and Public Works department is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Climate adaptation specialist. City of Victoria’s Engineering and Public Works department oversees infrastructure and construction projects. It manages road maintenance, waste management, and water services. Functioning as a crucial municipal service provider, the department ensures efficient infrastructure operation, contributing to Victoria’s livability and development within the municipal market. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.

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Job Description:

Employer Name: City of Victoria
Department: Engineering and Public Works
Position: Climate adaptation specialist
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $52.96 hourly
Employment Type: Regular/Full Time
Union: CUPE Local 50
Location: 1 Centennial Sq, Victoria, BC V8W 1N9, Canada
Shift: Monday to Friday, (35 hour work week)
Job Code: 4449
Competition Number: 24/69

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have University undergraduate degree in Sustainability, Engineering, Environmental Science or Studies, Public Administration, or related field (4 years)
Experience: Candidates should have 5 years relevant experience in climate change adaptation planning and response, emergency management and preparedness, environment, sustainability, or other relevant discipline

Physical Requirements:

• The candidates should exert normal physical effort
• The candidates should be prepared to meet multiple deadlines often
• The candidates should engage in short periods of intense concentration while preparing reports often
• The candidates should focus on a variety of source data and computer for short periods often
• The candidates should expect to work in an office environment

Other Requirements:

• The candidates may be requested to substitute in a more senior position
• The candidates should be able to organize and prioritize work
• The candidates should possess critical thinking and analytical skills and experience in a local government or public institution setting
• The candidates should be capable of reading and interpreting technical information, policies, and legislation
• The candidates should be able to facilitate public meetings and workshops
• The candidates should deal effectively with the public and outside agencies
• The candidates should establish and maintain effective working relationships
• The candidates should excel as part of a team or independently
• The candidates should have a sound understanding of the regional context of climate change and projected impacts
• The candidates should understand how environmental issues integrate within the larger context of local government priorities and core services
• The candidates should have working-level knowledge of current word processing, spreadsheet, and related specialty software

Responsibilities:

• The candidate should be able to ensure the long-term sustainment of infrastructure, service delivery, and programs by incorporating climate adaptation considerations into public infrastructure, project planning, design, strategic decision-making, budgeting, and cost-benefit analysis
• The candidate should be able to assist in evaluating, analyzing, developing, and maintaining City guidelines, policies, and processes to integrate climate resilience measures for tangible risk reduction outcomes
• The candidate should be able to lead in the development of corporate and community climate adaptation strategies, plans, and programs through community and industry consultation and able to lead the development of corporate and community vulnerability and risk assessments of current and future climate impacts
• The candidate should be able to coordinate with City departments to identify and track the City’s costs related to climate change impacts and able to provide technical expertise and analysis of climate risk and the integration of climate resilience measures into the City’s operations
• The candidate should be able to develop tools and resources to improve the public’s understanding of climate impacts and how individuals and organizations can become involved in advancing adaptation action
• The candidate should be able to liaise with federal, provincial, and municipal officials and program managers, foundations, and community organizations for information exchange, collaboration, and strategic advice and direction
• The candidate should be able to represent the department in various working groups and forums, organize and facilitate meetings and workshops, and liaise with the public/community stakeholders. They should also be able to present to various internal and external groups, including the preparation and presentation of advice and reports for Council
• The candidate should be able to direct and coordinate the work of contractors to provide climate adaptation support services to the city and able to monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, document performance trends, and recommend modifications to improve resilience

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.

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