Banyule Council is seeking a driven and autonomous Community Energy Officer to join our Environment Team on a permanent part time basis.

In this position you will play a critical role in providing support and advice to the community on how to effectively reduce household emissions. 

As a new position, we are seeking an individual who is flexible and investigative; someone who will identify well considered options for achieving the overarching aims of the position.  

As the Community Energy Officer, you will:

• Lead and champion implementation of Banyule’s Municipal Wide Emissions Reduction Plan
• Provide active support to residents on how to reduce household energy consumption and carbon emissions 
• Understand barriers to the uptake of energy efficiency, developing and implementing incentive-based programs 
• Develop an evaluation framework that will allow for strong monitoring of results and ensure effective and tangible 

You will have:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or significant experience in the same filed or related disciplines are essential
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in climate change policy and community capacity building
• Excellent understanding of energy efficient and renewable energy technologies 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in order to liaise effectively with key stakeholders
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in investigation, research and preparation of reports 

What’s on offer

• $86,182.74 to 93,696.04 pro rata plus super
• Permanent part time 21 hours per week
• Greensborough office close to shops, cafes, and public transport
• 20% discount in your yearly myki pass
• Access to Learning and Development opportunities and range of Health and Well-being initiatives

Culture

Our Staff choose to align their career with Banyule by living the values of Respect, Integrity, Responsibility, Initiative and Inclusion, strong learning and development culture and the positive way we work in partnership with the community.

For more information about this position, please access a copy of the position description below, or to discuss your suitability, we encourage you to contact Sian Gleeson Environment Coordinator on Tel: 0468 545 658 for a confidential conversation.

To apply for this position, click "Apply Now" and please include your resume and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the position description.

Banyule City Council is a child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.