Senior Energy Planner — Policy & Project Lead

Yukon Government; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Yukon Government Energy, Mines and Resources is seeking a Senior Energy Planner to lead energy planning, policy development and legislative initiatives in Yukon. The role involves coordinating with other departments, First Nations, utilities and the public to advance energy strategies and programs.

The position requires a post-secondary degree in a relevant field and proven ability to analyze energy data, prepare policy documents, manage contracts and engage diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in energy, resource management, 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 viability of energy resources, projects and programs.
• Develop and advance strategies, policies and legislation to meet government objectives in the energy sector.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Post-secondary degree in energy, resource management, engineering, environmental studies, arts or science

Job description

Yukon Government Energy, Mines and Resources is seeking a Senior Energy Planner to lead energy planning, policy development and legislative initiatives in Yukon. The role involves coordinating with other departments, First Nations, utilities and the public to advance energy strategies and programs.

The position requires a post-secondary degree in a relevant field and proven ability to analyze energy data, prepare policy documents, manage contracts and engage diverse stakeholders.