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Title posted on CivicJobs.ca - Policy Analyst - Groundwater
Posted on November 13, 2024 by Employer details City of Vancouver
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Policy Analyst - GroundwaterRequisition ID: 42680 OrganizationLocated on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the x?m??k??y??m (Musqueam), S?wx?wú7mesh (Squamish), and s?lilw?ta? (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world?s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.Main Purpose and FunctionThe Policy Analyst is responsible for reviewing plans and developing and updating policies and bylaws to support the City?s groundwater management efforts. The position ensures adherence to performance requirements and City guidelines, and updates and creates new regulations, policies and guidelines to further groundwater management in Vancouver. This includes the development and implementation of a city-wide Groundwater Strategy.The position reports to the Civil Engineer II (Senior Hydrogeologist), and works closely with City departments such as Planning, Development, Building and Licensing, Legal Services, Environmental Services, Sustainability, and external organizations such as the Vancouver Park Board, Metro Vancouver, and the Province of BC to effectively manage existing and emerging programs. Specific Duties and Responsibilities Provides research, policy analysis, writing, and stakeholder engagement support for the development and implementation of the city-wide Groundwater Strategy Reviews groundwater management plans and works closely with architects and external consultants to ensure adequacy to City policies and guidelines Prepares feasibility studies, cost benefit analyses and business cases for new initiatives Implements business processes across departments to support groundwater management policy Performs or arranges for business process analysis for various programs for continuous improvements and potential program changes Engages with external agencies, community groups, professional and trade associations or other potential partners in the development of new policies, programs and actions Reviews and initiates changes to by-laws (e.g., Sewer and Watercourse By-law, Zoning and Development By-law) for appropriate modifications/updates to support groundwater policy Keeps apprised of emerging best management practices pertaining to groundwater management Procures and manages consultancies, as required, to develop program options and implications Prepares reports and presentations for project partners, industry and outside agencies Tracks and monitors private side groundwater management systems Delivers presentations to senior management to seek support and guidance on cross departmental initiatives Prepares reports and presentation to Council, as required Other duties and responsibilities as assigned Qualifications:Education and Experience: Bachelor?s degree in Environmental Science, Earth Science, Sustainability, or an equivalent field, and considerable related experience in implementing policies for a large, complex organization in the public sector, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience Experience designing and leading stakeholder engagement strategiesKnowledge, Skills and Abilities: Strong knowledge of integrated water management and related policy, planning, design, and/or operations; knowledge of hydrogeology and groundwater management is an asset Proficient in business and economic analyses Knowledge of business analysis, process review and improvement (e.g., Lean principles) Excellent organizational and time management skills including the ability to deal effectively with mult- LocationVancouver, BC
- Workplace information On site
- Salary$51.70HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CivicJobs.ca #99500
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