Policy Analyst (Program Admin Officer 3)
About The Position
The Department of Energy supports the use and development of energy resources to help increase energy security, create jobs, grow the economy, and create social benefits. We help develop local, renewable energy and clean energy solutions to create new economic opportunities, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and save people money on their energy bills. The Department promotes sustainable development and manages onshore and offshore energy resources through legislation, regulations, and cross-jurisdictional partnerships. Our work also includes marine and environmental science, energy storage solutions, geothermal, and environmental conservation and protection. We are seeking a Policy Analyst to join our team. This is a key position within the Marine Renewables Division responsible for providing support to the Department's efforts to develop tidal and offshore wind energy resources. As the Policy Analyst, you will be responsible for administering programs and contributing to projects related to marine renewable energy. The Policy Analyst is responsible for administering the Marine Renewable-energy Act and its regulations and the administration of the tidal energy license and permit program. They work collaboratively as a member of an integrated, multi-disciplinary team, and with other provincial partners and external stakeholders. This position also provides support in broader areas of marine renewable energy research and development.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5 years of relevant work experience; or a master’s degree, or similar, along with 3 years of relevant work experience.
- Relevant experience can include program development and administration, policy analysis, grant funding, compliance monitoring, and/or research related to marine renewable energy or similar fields.
- Knowledge of the province’s energy policies, targets, programs, and initiatives, especially those related to tidal energy resources.
- Strong skills in project management and program administration.
- Ability to work with a high degree of independent judgement and initiative.
- Ability to develop concepts and communicate them effectively, both in writing and verbally.
- The ability to manage and prioritise concurrent tasks within a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- The ability to work independently and perform independent research and analysis.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- The ability to effectively engage with senior-level staff.
Nice To Haves
- Work experience related to the marine environment, technology innovation, or clean, renewable energy.
Responsibilities
- Administering programs and contributing to projects related to marine renewable energy.
- Administering the Marine Renewable-energy Act and its regulations.
- Administering the tidal energy license and permit program.
- Working collaboratively as a member of an integrated, multi-disciplinary team, and with other provincial partners and external stakeholders.
- Providing support in broader areas of marine renewable energy research and development.
- Program administration, program delivery, and data management.
- Compliance Monitoring.
- Outreach, relationship building, and stakeholder engagement.
- Research, analysis, and writing and reviewing reports and documents.
- Reviewing reports and managing data for compliance tracking and program analysis.
- Communication with research organizations, industry associations, and tidal energy licence and permit holders.
- Jurisdictional scans and research to support advancing marine renewable energy programs and policies.
Benefits
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Health
- Dental
- Life Insurance
- General illness
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Vacation
- Employee and Family Assistance Programs
- Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
- Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
- Countless Career Paths.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
