Executive Director

Department of Environment and Local Government
Executive Director
Climate Change Secretariat
Pay Band 9
Open Competition
Fredericton

Who we are
The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.

The Climate Change Secretariat (CCS) plays an instrumental leadership role in ensuring that New Brunswick reduces its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and increases our resiliency and response to the challenges and opportunities presented by climate change. The CCS also focuses on initiatives related to education, awareness, and capacity-building and the CCS is responsible for the Climate Change Act and associated regulations. It is also responsible for the development of New Brunswick's Climate Change Action Plans and coordinates its implementation, tracking and reporting. The Secretariat works with government departments and agencies to ensure that actions on climate change are integrated with governmental policies, programs, and day-to-day decisions. The CCS also engages local governments and non-government partners and various stakeholders to increase knowledge and capacity while encouraging lower carbon and resilient investments and practices.

The Department of Environment and Local Government provides integrated stewardship through planning and management of land use, and waste management issues. It ensures effective enforcement of, and compliance with, environmental legislation and regulations and provides effective consultation and liaison with local governments, regional service commissions and Rural Districts on governance related issues.

What you will do?
The Department of Environment and Local Government is seeking an individual to join the Climate Change Secretariat as Executive Director in Fredericton.
Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister of the Policy, Public Education and Engagement Division, the successful candidate will provide leadership to a team of professionals within the Climate Change Secretariat and provide expert advice to Government and senior leaders on matters related to climate change affecting New Brunswick.
The Executive Director is responsible for leading extensive communication and collaboration across the provincial government, other levels of government (federal, provincial and municipal) and with external stakeholders in support of New Brunswick's climate priorities.
The Executive Director leads and directs the three units within the Climate Change Secretariat.

• Regulatory and Strategic Climate Initiative Section, which is responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing climate change policies and programs including carbon pricing and NB's Output Based Pricing System; enforcing the Climate Change Act; tracking and reporting on the implementation of the Climate Change Action Plan, and administering the Climate Change Fund;
• Adaptation Section, which is responsible for building climate resilience through facilitating public education and awareness; conducting research and developing tools, resources, and programs; and working with a broad range of stakeholders in areas of economic, social and environmental importance; and
• Greenhouse Gas Mitigation Section, which is responsible for understanding the current state of New Brunswick's greenhouse gas emissions for all sectors of the economy (electricity, industry, transportation, oil & gas, buildings, waste, agriculture and forestry); assessing the desired decarbonized future state; putting in place a host of mitigation policies, guidelines and measures to achieve the desired result; and monitoring progress and reporting results.

For all of these sections and areas of focus, the Executive Director is responsible for leading and directing strategic planning; directing, overseeing, and reporting on the execution of plans; developing and maintaining critical relationships with critical stakeholders; leading and directing strategic initiatives; and managing financial and human resources.

Work environment

• Office location: 20 McGloin (Marysville Place), Fredericton.
• Office layout: cubicles

• Standard hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:15-4:30 (office schedule)

• We promote a scent-reduced environment.

Who you are
You are open to new challenges, solution-oriented and able to work within a fast-paced team environment. You enjoy being part of a collaborative team working towards common goals. You are concerned for the safety and wellbeing of New Brunswickers.

Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:

Essential qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in Biology, Environmental Resource Management, Public Administration, Political Science, Engineering or other related field and a minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible related work experience, including management of relations with stakeholders (both internal and external) and at least (3) years of management experience in a complex operational environment involving responsibility for human and financial resources.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Written and spoken competence in English and French is required. Please state your language capability.

• Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration.
• Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.

• Please ensure that your preferred language of assessment is identified in your resume.

Behavioural competencies

• Client Service Orientation;
• Effective Interactive Communication;

• Organizational Awareness;
• Organizational Commitment;
• Relationship / Network Building;
• Results Orientation;
• Strategic Thinking;
• Coaching and Team Development;

Technical Competencies

• Project Management
• Planning and Organizing Skills
• Written Communication

Wage
Pay Band 9: $4,572 to $5,032 bi-weekly, based on 36.25 hours per week.

The Department of Environment and Local Government Offers:

• Comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation, optional health and dental plans, Life Insurance, and participation in the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan;
• Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training.
• Free Parking and recreational trails. (at Marysville Place)
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services
• 1 paid Volunteer Day per year to give back to your community; (MNU Only)
• A departmental social committee; and
• A fitness facility (at Marysville Place) for employees at low cost.

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & safety.

How to apply
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, we encourage applicants to apply on-line at: https://www.ere.gnb.ca or by email to [email protected] by December 1, 2024, indicating competition number 80-24-006. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Environment and
Local GovernmentP.O. Box 6000
Fredericton, NB E3B 5H1
Telephone: 506-453-2690

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve. We encourage and support applications from Aboriginals, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who are among the most qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection.

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