Sustainable Operations Program Analyst

Simcoe County; Central Ontario; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Simcoe County is seeking a Sustainable Operations Program Analyst to provide analytical and administrative support for tracking building utilities and greenhouse gas data. The role focuses on energy management, promoting sustainable operations, and supporting procurement and education efforts.

Responsibilities include data analysis, generating energy reports, assisting with retrofits, and researching funding opportunities while maintaining compliance with policies and reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• Requires minimum two years in a similar role (Data Analyst, Sustainable Operations or Energy Management).
• Experience with large data sets and anomaly detection.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, able to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Analyze utility data and identify patterns or anomalies; investigate meter errors.
• Generate energy consumption reports for management and clients; assist annual provincial reporting.
• Support HVAC/lighting retrofit analysis and report energy cost savings.
• Assist with development of promotional, educational, and awareness materials.
• Research funding incentives for energy projects and support related activities.
• Conduct energy audits and facility walkthroughs; prepare savings reports.

Skills

Data analysis

Data entry

Spreadsheet proficiency

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Two-year post-secondary education

CMVP (beneficial)

Building automation knowledge (beneficial)

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP (beneficial)

Job description

Description

Responsible for providing analytical and administrative support to the Sustainable Operations Program, tracking and analysis of building utilities and greenhouse gas data, assisting with analysis of equipmentretrofits, responding to client inquiries, and supporting the development of promotional and educational information. This position is highly focused on energy and utilities management and promotion of sustainable operations. The Sustainable Operations Program Analyst will report directly to the Sustainable Operations Program Supervisor within the Procurement, Fleet & Property Department.

*Anticipated Length of Contract - 1 year, with possibility of extension*

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (not listed in order of priority)

1. 1.Analysis of utility data from all County accounts seeking patterns and anomalies, follow up and investigation on potential meter errors, unusual high or low usage patterns.
2. 2.Produce energy consumption reports for management and internal clientson a regular schedule, compilation of data for annual legislated reporting to the Province.
3. 3.Respond to internal and external inquiries and provide assistance to staff with regard to the County’s Sustainable Operations Program.
4. 4.Assist with analysis and procurement of HVAC, lighting or other equipment retrofits, compile and report on energy cost savings and carbon output reduction.
5. 5.Assist with the development and implementation of promotional, advertising, awareness and educational programs (literature, web pages, and presentations).
6. 6.Assist with research into federal, provincial, and private sector incentive funding to offset the costs of energy projects.
7. 7.Assist with walkthroughs of facilities, auditing for compliance to policy, create report cards; analyze and report on savings on an incremental basis.
8. 8.Complete carbon output or energy usage calculations as required e.g. in the caseofvehicle or equipment upgrades.
9. 9.Provide administrative support services including correspondence, minute taking, calendar management, updating files and records utilizing a number of systems.
10. 10.Visit other sitesto document equipment, assist with energy audits, and assist with presentations.
11. 11.Monitor building automation systems data and report anomalies.
12. 12.Participate in sustainable operations and green procurement initiativesand activities e.g. find alternative sources for goods and services, assist with rollout of changes in these areas, participate in internal teams and committees, meetings, events, presentations.
13. 13.Analyze data and prepare reportson sustainable operations and related procurement activities e.g. KPIs, performance report cards, trends etc.
14. 14.Create and issue approved request for quote and purchase order documents, utilizing approved systems, with the approval ofthe Sustainable Operations Supervisor.
15. 15.Maintain the TOMRMS filing system for the department e.g. contracts, project files.
16. 16.Comply with provincial and County occupational health and safety legislation, regulations, policies and procedures.
17. 17.Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
18. 18.Special projects and other duties as assigned, including redeployment in emergency situations.

CORPORATE COMPETENCIES

Has knowledge of and demonstrated ability in our corporate competencies:

• Acts with the Customer in Mind
• Ensures Accountability
• Continuously Seeks to Improve Work Processes
• Collaborates
• Communicates with Impact
• Is Resilient

EDUCATION,TECHNICAL SKILLS AND CERTIFICATION

• Minimum two (2) year post-secondary education e.g. Data Analyst, Mechanical or Electrical Technology / Engineering, Building Environmental Systems, Energy Systems Technology / Engineering, Energy Management – Built Environment, Architectural Technology. This job may be considered for educational equivalency in accordance with County Policy.
• Certified Measurement and Verification Professional (CMVP) designation acquired, in progress, or willing to acquire would be beneficial.
• Basic understanding of building automation systems would be beneficial.
• Familiarity with and basic understanding of utility invoices would be beneficial especially electricity and natural gas.
• Technically inclined with highly advanced spreadsheet management and data entry skills with a combination of speed and accuracy.
• Demonstrated analytical skills, experience in working with large amounts of data, identifying anomalies.
• Basic understanding of the Green Energy Act and its requirements for municipalities, green procurement practices, alternative energy e.g. a working knowledge of solar, wind and geothermal energy systems, greenhouse gas and carbon measurement concept would be beneficial.
• Understanding of basic accounting principles and the procure to pay process.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi task.
• Strong interpersonal and business communication skills.
• Ability to act independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Highly motivated with strong customer service skills.
• Capable of working well under pressure.
• Ability to anticipate and troubleshoot complex energy issues.
• Proficiency and working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with SAP would be beneficial.
• Valid G class drivers license and access to reliable vehicle.
• Criminal records check that is less than 6 months old at time of hire.

EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of two (2) years in a similar position e.g. Data Analyst, Sustainable Operations or Energy Management Analyst Technician and/or Coordinator, Energy Cost Analyst, experience with a utility company, municipality or related experience.

EFFORT

• Will require extensive periods of concentration, mental and visual attentiveness, for computer operation and data entry/analysis.
• Requirement to view mechanical equipment in attics, ceilings and basements, boiler rooms and tight spaces.
• Ability to lift up to thirty (30) lbs. and work in the field as required e.g. at County garages, Long Term Care Homes and other facilities

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Regular office environment
• Occasional requirement to travel to other work locations within Simcoe County.
• Will be required to review conditions and systems in building penthouses, basements, ceiling space, mechanical rooms or on roofs.

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