Senior Energy & Climate Action Manager
Senior Energy & Climate Action Manager
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$ 139393 - 164473
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As the largest city in the Fraser Valley the City of Abbotsford serves 166000 residents nestled on the unceded traditional and ancestral territories of the st:l Matsqui Sumas Kwantlen First Nations and the Nooksack Indian Tribe.
Abbotsford is a vibrant cultural and economic hub home to the Abbotsford Canucks and Abbotsford International Airport. As we continue to grow we are committed to building strong partnerships and innovating urban design.
At the City of Abbotsford our people are our greatest asset. We offer meaningful career opportunities that make a difference within the local community. Join us in creating a sustainable livable city where everyone can thrive!
Be part of the story. Join our team today.
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As a growing and dynamic City of over 150000 people Abbotsford is home to a rich variety of cultural resources. The City of Abbotsford is offering an incredible opportunity for a highly motivated knowledgeable energy and climate action professional to join our team as Senior Energy & Climate Action Manager. This permanent role leads the Citys implementation of strategic goals related to climate change mitigation and adaptation in both the corporate and community portfolios.
As a key member of the Engineering & Regional Utilities leadership team reporting to the Director Environmental Services and working across all departments and with multiple external stakeholders (e.g. senior levels of governments BC Hydro FortisBC local government networks social service organizations etc.) the Senior Energy & Climate Action Manager is responsible for developing and implementing strategic direction in all City matters related to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and supporting community resilience to climate change. The incumbent provides expertise and strategic advice on climate and energy issues in both the corporate and community realms; develops recommends and implements policies; advises senior leadership and Council on these issues; ensures climate action activities are in alignment with the Citys strategic priorities; and develops revenue-generating scenarios to ensure the portfolio is pursued in a fiscally responsible manner. The incumbent manages a specialized team that implements corporate and community-wide mitigation and adaptation projects and programs. The Senior Energy & Climate Action Manager also advises on and ensures successful delivery of high-profile capital projects.
Essential abilities to be successful in this position include: ability to develop and maintain productive relationships with staff energy utilities all levels of government and other partner organizations; and ability lead the Energy & Climate Action staff team and advise and support project teams in delivering complex capital projects. Experience in community and corporate policy in a local government setting is required.
The successful candidate will possess:
- A Bachelors degree in Business Planning Environmental Sustainability or related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- A minimum of 7 years of progressively professional related experience is desired including sound knowledge of the delivery of energy and climate action initiatives strategic energy management projects and budget planning and control preferably in a unionized environment.
The City of Abbotsford is committed to creating a workplace that fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion by attracting retaining and developing a talented and diverse workforce which broadly reflects the community and citizens we serve. As such we encourage applications from individuals from all genders backgrounds and underrepresented groups. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.
Apply today at $139393.80 - $164473.40
Closing Date: August 11 2025
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
