Senior Energy Planner

Government of Yukon; Whitehorse; Remote; CAD 100,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Government of Yukon, Energy, Mines and Resources, EMR-SIP-Energy, is seeking a Senior Energy Planner in Whitehorse to lead, coordinate and participate in energy planning, policy and legislative initiatives.

Reporting to the Manager, Low Carbon Transition, you will collaborate with Yukon government departments, federal and First Nations partners, utilities and communities to advance strategies that align with environmental and economic goals.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in energy, resource management, resource planning, engineering, environmental studies, arts, science, or a related field.
• Experience analyzing energy data, energy projects, energy policies, energy programs and/or energy resources.
• Experience preparing research papers or discussion documents on policy- or energy-related issues.
• Experience managing contracts and working with contractors to achieve deliverables.
• Experience engaging with the public, businesses, First Nation, municipal or federal governments, or electrical utilities.
• Experience developing and advancing Cabinet Submissions, Management Board Submissions, or legislation through Yukon government processes would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coordinate and participate in energy planning, policy and legislative initiatives.
• Engage with Yukon government departments, federal, First Nation and municipal governments, utilities, boards and councils, stakeholders, and the public.
• Provide detailed analysis on the technical, financial, economic, regulatory, and environmental viability of energy resources, projects, and programs.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Independent work

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Education

Post-secondary degree in energy or related field

Job description

Government of Yukon -> Energy, Mines & Resources - EMR-SIP-Energy

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Term/Temporary

End Date

29 December 2028

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

75

Classification

ST17

$99,800.00 - $115,857.00

Union

YEU

Days Off

Saturday/Sunday

Travel

10%

Admissibility

Open to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestry

This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference .

Job Summary and Requirements

This is for one (1) full-time term position (anticipatory permanent) working 75 hours bi-weekly to December 29, 2028. Temporary Assignments will be considered with prior supervisor approval.

At Energy, Mines and Resources, we are committed to a healthy and sustainable resource sector, managed in partnership with Yukoners. We embrace a work environment where problem solving, creativity, teamwork, risk management and personal effort result in the attainment of our goals and those of our clients.

The Energy branch delivers energy programs and projects and leads the development of energy policies that enhance the environmental, economic, and social sustainability of the territory. Our clients consist of Yukon citizens, other government departments, First Nations, municipalities, and businesses.

Reporting to the Manager, Low Carbon Transition, the Senior Energy Planner leads, coordinates and participates in various energy planning, policy and legislative initiatives, including engagement with other Yukon government departments, federal, First Nation and municipal governments, utilities, boards and councils, stakeholders, and the public. This position works collaboratively with other branches and departments within the Yukon government to develop and advance strategies, policies, and legislation to meet government’s objectives in the energy sector. The Senior Energy Planner provides detailed analysis on the technical, financial, economic, regulatory, and environmental viability of energy resources, projects, and programs.

For more information about this position, please contact Ben Derochie, a/Manager, Low Carbon Transition, at [e-mail] .

For more information about the staffing process, please contact Ravneet Mavi, HR Consultant, at [e-mail] .

Essential Qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications.Visit our website on how to write your resume when applying on Yukon government jobs. Please note selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume; ensure you use a month/year to month/year format and include the duties you performed in each of your positions.

• Post-secondary degree in energy, resource management, resource planning, engineering, environmental studies, arts, science, or a related field.
• Experience analyzing energy data, energy projects, energy policies, energy programs and/or energy resources.
• Experience preparing research papers or discussion documents on policy- or energy-related issues.
• Experience managing contracts and working with contractors to achieve deliverables.
• Experience engaging with the public, businesses, First Nation, municipal or federal governments, or electrical utilities.
• Experience developing and advancing Cabinet Submissions, Management Board Submissions, or legislation through Yukon government processes would be an asset.

Candidateswho have a combination of education, training and experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above will be equally considered.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Suitability

Candidates should have and may be assessed on their:

• excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• ability to prioritize and quickly adapt to change
• ability to work independently or as part of a team
• effective problem-solving and decision-making skills

Job Requirements

• Travel to various locations in Yukon on occasion