Energy and Sustainability Officer - Ottawa, Canada - Ottawa Community Housing

Ottawa Community Housing

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Ottawa, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Who we are:

Ottawa Community Housing Corporation (OCHC) is the largest community housing provider in Ottawa and the second largest in Ontario. We are a non-profit organization providing social and affordable housing to more than 32,000 tenants within various communities.

We aim to be a leader at providing safe and affordable homes to tenants in our communities in the City of Ottawa.

OCHC has been recognized as one of the
National Capital Region's Top Employers for seven years in a row due to its innovative and proactive programs on diversity, equity, and inclusion, employee health and wellness and corporate culture.

OCHC is committed to creating equal opportunities for all employees and celebrates the diversity of its workplace as it mirrors the diverse communities within our beautiful city.

By working together, we foster the growth of our team as well as the communities we serve.

WE ARE PROUD BECAUSE EVERY DAY WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE

What we offer:

Being an employee of OCHC you will have the chance to
make a positive impact where it matters and help
your community in more than one way On top of that, you will have access to a
comprehensive and competitive compensation & benefits package, flexible work options, professional development, health & wellness programs and more

What we seek:

OCHC is currently seeking a dedicated Energy and Sustainability Officer, who will contribute to the collaborative implementation of OCH's sustainability plan and promotes principles and practice of sustainable development, including energy efficiency, waste reduction and sustainable construction.

With the advice of the manager of Energy and sustainability the officer will undertake research and analysis and provides advice and recommendations on conservation and sustainability issues including energy and water.

Energy and Sustainability Officer with OCHC:_ _

As the Energy and sustainability Officer,
You will be a key player in
undertaking a research and analysis on conservation and sustainability issues including energy and water,
which ultimately help OCH objective to provide a safe and affordable homes to tenants in Ottawa Communities.

As Energy and Sustainability Officer, some of the things you will do include:

Lead and/or support energy, water and sustainability projects and initiatives for OCH's housing portfolio
Undertakes research and analysis, and develops plans in support of sustainable new developments and track the achievements
Identifies opportunities for sustainability and environmental improvements in the capital repair program
Provides technical advice and support, including on new development and refurbishment projects related to sustainability and energy and water conservation
Ensures that energy monitoring data is collected and accurate records are maintained, related to the tracking of utility billing costs and electrical, gas and water consumption
Conduct onsite inspections and energy surveys as required

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As Energy and Sustainability Officer, you can look forward to: Explanation: points to encourage reader to apply

Access to comprehensive benefit packages
Health and wellness programs and more
A hybrid workplace with unique and everchanging work tasks every new day
Positive and rewarding interactions with various individuals

What you bring:

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental management or a related field
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in engineering, construction, energy consulting or facility operations
Certified Energy Manager or Certified Measurement and Verification Professional certification is an asset

Skills and abilities:

Ability to
monitor, control and document project costs and budget:
Ability to
perform statistical analysis, including linear regressions and modelling
Capacity to undertake
research and ability to write clear reports directed at nonspecialists
Strong
conceptual skills for developing innovative solution designs
Excellent
interpersonal skills allowing for appropriate professional relationships with colleagues at all levels within the organization
Strong
negotiation and conflict resolution skills:
Ability to make appropriate
judgements with respect to the assessment of risk and to recognize when issues should be brought to the attention of senior management.
Proficient in the
use of information technology such as mobile devices and computer systems in the performance of work
Oral fluency and reading and writing abilities in
English is required
Oral fluency and reading and writing abilities in
French is an asset

Other requirements:

Satisfactory Criminal Records Check
Valid "G" driver's license or equivalent and access to a vehicle for business purposes
Ability to work outside of and in excess of regular business hours, as required

**Work condit