Innergex

Senior Specialist - Community and Government Relations

Innergex$115K — $140K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years in stakeholder relations, community engagement, or public affairs
  • Experience within renewable energy or infrastructure sectors
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field like Communications or Environmental Studies
  • Strong skills in communication, presentation, and relationship-building
  • Proficient in managing complex stakeholder environments
  • Project management and strong organizational capability
  • Knowledgeable in permitting and regulatory processes
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

  • Lead stakeholder engagement and foster relationships with communities and governments
  • Organize public meetings, workshops, and consultations
  • Develop communication materials and engagement strategies for renewable energy projects
  • Assist in permitting processes and public affairs initiatives
  • Monitor stakeholder sentiment and proactively manage issues
  • Collaborate with diverse project teams to align engagement with timelines
  • Identify and nurture community partnerships and investment initiatives
  • Maintain stakeholder data and report on engagement outcomes

Benefits

  • Three weeks vacation in the first year and paid holiday vacation
  • 100% of insurance coverage paid by the company from day one
  • 401K retirement plan with employer contributions
  • Fully funded Wellness Account by employer
  • Incentives for electric vehicle ownership
  • Flexible hybrid work model
  • Opportunities for career development
  • Offices accessible by public transportation
Full Job Description
Job Description

Your contribution!

As a Senior Specialist - Community and Government Relations, you will lead stakeholder engagement strategies supporting renewable energy projects. You will build trusted relationships with communities, governments and partners to support project success and long-term positive impact.

Your day-to-day!
  • Lead stakeholder engagement and maintain relationships with communities, governments and partners
  • Organize and facilitate public meetings, workshops and consultations
  • Develop communication materials and engagement strategies for renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, battery storage, and transmission infrastructure
  • Support permitting processes and public affairs initiatives
  • Monitor stakeholder sentiment and manage issues proactively
  • Collaborate with project development, environmental, engineering, permitting, and construction teams to align engagement with project timelines
  • Identify and support community partnerships and investment initiatives
  • Maintain stakeholder data and report on engagement outcomes

Your skills, our requirements!
  • 7+ years of experience in stakeholder relations, community engagement or public affairs
  • Experience in renewable energy, infrastructure or similar sectors
  • Bachelor's degree in communications, Public Relations, Political Science, Environmental Studies, Community Development, or in a relevant field
  • Strong communication, presentation and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to manage complex stakeholder environments
  • Project management and organizational skills
  • Knowledge of permitting and regulatory processes
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Additional considerations!
  • The position could be based at the company's San Diego Office in California, or remote in the USA
  • This role requires approximately 25% travel.
  • This position is a P4 level.

Our benefits!
  • Competitive salary and annual bonus;
  • Three weeks vacation in the first year of employment and paid vacation during the holiday season;
  • Insurance coverage, 100% paid by Innergex, effective the first day of employment;
  • 401K retirement plan with employer participation;
  • 100% Employer-funded Wellness Account;
  • Electric vehicle (E-VIP) incentive program;
  • Hybrid work model;
  • Career development opportunities;
  • Offices accessible by public transportation.

Pay Transparency Statement

Compensation for roles at Innergex varies based on a wide range of factors, including skill set, education, and relevant experience. We are committed to pay equity and take internal equity among current team members into account when determining any final offer.

To support pay transparency, the hiring range for this position is $115,000-$140,000 per year, exclusive of fringe benefits or potential bonuses. Your final base salary, if hired, will be determined by factors such as your skills, education, and experience, along with our commitment to internal equity.

Please note that it is not typical to hire at the top of the hiring range, as doing so limits opportunities for future salary growth. Innergex also offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

www.innergex.com

Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About Innergex

Innergex Renewable Energy is a renewable energy company that specializes in developing, owning, and operating hydroelectric, wind, and solar power facilities. Their projects are located in Canada, the United States, France, and Chile. Innergex Renewable Energy was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec.
Learn more about Innergex
Size
535 employees
Industry
Net Income
$16
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
+11%
Revenue
$524
NASDAQ

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