Energy & Sustainability Manager

MANAGER ENERGY AND SUSTAINABILITY

Recognized for its dedication to inclusion, diversity, and strong partnerships with the community, the Richmond School District is among one of the largest districts in British Columbia with some of the highest graduation rates in the province. With a deep history of high quality experiences for students, the Richmond School District strives to provide the best education and future for every student.

As an employer, we provide comprehensive growth, learning and engagement opportunities to the 2,300 committed professionals across the district.The Energy & Sustainability Manager will champion the Districts Environmental Stewardship Policy, which is comprised of 8 areas: Leadership, Curriculum Development, Energy Conservation, Grounds Greening, Sustainable Purchases, Sustainable Transportation, Waste Management, and Water Conservation. This position also leads the two major portfolios of Energy Conservation and Environmental Stewardship.

The Manager, Energy & Sustainability is a professional who is responsible for planning, organization, and execution of custodial services and pest control at District facilities, the management of availability and use of schools and fields for short-term rentals and longer term leases and licenses, and the management of properties leased out by the District.

The Manager, Energy & Sustainability reports to the Director, Facilities Services and works closely with all Facilities Services Division and Richmond Project Team managers, school administrators and District managers and administrators. The Manager, Energy & Sustainability is the direct supervisor for the Energy Specialist.

Primary Responsibilities

• Environmental Stewardship:
• Leads the Richmond Sustainability Advisory Committee, consisting of trustees, stakeholder representatives and students, which provide opportunities for reviewing and providing feedback to Environmental Stewardship initiatives and implements best practices in the environmental stewardship program.
• Conceptualizes and oversees development and implementation of various environmental stewardship initiatives.
• Collaborates with all levels of staff and external groups with ongoing developments of awareness campaigns, sustainability projects, initiatives, strategies and training.
• Conducts technical analyses and liaises with various groups to identify issues and opportunities.
• Remains current on educational and technological and industry developments, and leverages government tools and resources.
• Energy Management:
• Conducts and produces quarterly reports on Energy Management Assessments and other requirements of the Energy Manager Program.
• Identifies and plans energy reduction projects in collaboration with Facilities Services Division and Richmond Project Team departments.
• Develops and implements the Strategic Energy Management Plan (SEMP).
• Manages the Districts greenhouse gas and Carbon Neutral reporting requirements of facilities using internal reporting and databases for evaluation and project results of overall energy performance.
• Develops, implements and maintains a systematic, process-oriented program of energy management providing sustainable energy reductions throughout the district and cultivate a culture of energy efficiency across its 54 facilities.
• Performs other duties as contained in statute and as assigned from time to time by the Director.
  
  

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS , COMPETENCIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

The position demands a high degree of ability to plan, organize, and manage, in a team environment, and the successful applicant must possess:

• a passion and enthusiasm for energy conservation and environmental stewardship and a willingness to engage and educate others on the vision of sustainable energy management and environmental stewardship;
• leadership experience in the design, development and implementation of programs that have resulted in sustainable energy savings, increased waste diversion rates, and measurable behavioural changes in all areas of environmental stewardship;
• experience in data analysis, data management, and business case development;
• ability to develop compelling business cases and write comprehensive reports;
• wide knowledge of global sustainability issues and how they apply;
• exemplary ability to collaborate and work as a member of diverse teams;
• excellent written, verbal and presentation skills;
• strong interpersonal and facilitation skills;
• superior organizational management and problem solving skills;
• strong critical and creative thinker;
• strong work ethic and takes initiative; and
• positive can-do attitude and growth mindset.
  
  

EDUCATION

The successful candidate will possess one or more of the following:

Minimum of five (5) years of current and relevant experience that includes supervision, project management, and customer service.

Must Possess One Or More Of The Following Credentials

• Professional Engineering designation (P.Eng) or eligibility for registration;
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM);
• Certified Engineering Technologist (CET);
• Masters designation in business or appropriate business field;
• Bachelors designation in Arts or Science;
• Certified Electrician or HVAC Technician;
  
  

or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education.

Additional training and accreditations of the following would be considered an asset:

• volunteer or work experience working with youth groups in a variety of settings;
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) designation through the Association of Energy Engineers;
• LEED Professional Accreditation;
• Maintenance and management of electrical and lighting systems mechanical systems including HVAC systems and cooling plants; and/or
• BC Hydro courses including CIET Energy Management Training (EMT), Change Management, or Strategic Energy Management Plan (SEMP).
• Working knowledge of WorkSafe BC regulations.
• Class 5 Drivers License.
  
  

What We Offer

Competitive salary and total compensation package. Salary placement will be commensurate with education, experience and internal parity.

The Total Compensation Package For Excluded Staff Includes

• Extended Health and Dental plan
• Contributions to a defined benefit pension plan
• Three weeks of vacation to start that increases with continued years of service, plus additional days off to use during Spring Break and throughout the year
• Professional development opportunities for job related courses which may also include reimbursement for workshops, membership and association fees
• A variety of health and wellness programs offered through our Foundations of A Healthy Workplace program
  
  

Inquires about this position can be directed to Kris Wilkins, Director Facilities Services at [email protected]

Equal Opportunity Employer

Richmond School District is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Our ability to provide the best education for our student population relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, backgrounds and experiences. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

For more information about Richmond School District 38, please visitwww.makeafuture.ca/richmondor our website atwww.sd38.bc.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those being considered for interviews will be contacted.

The Richmond School District is the best place to learn and lead.