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New York is leading the nation in the fight on global climate change and the transition to a clean energy-powered economy. The Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (Climate Act) has created the most aggressive climate change goals in the nation and requires an ambitious agenda that blends proven catalysts with innovative approaches while operating across a broader energy arena that is rapidly evolving. New York State Energy Research & Development Authority (NYSERDA) is a driving force in realizing this agenda. NYSERDA works with stakeholders that span residents, business owners, developers, community leaders, local government officials, universities, utilities, investors, entrepreneurs, and more, to develop, invest, and foster conditions that:

• Attract the private sector capital investment needed to expand New York’s clean energy economy.

• Overcome barriers to using clean energy at a large-scale in New York.

• Enable New York’s communities and residents to benefit equitably from energy efficiency and renewable energy.

Job Overview

Climate hazards pose unique challenges to the more than six million buildings in New York State today. Historical flood maps show that approximately 700,000 New Yorkers live in “flood-prone” zones, with many more working, traveling, or recreating in these areas. As we invest in building decarbonization, we must also design for the future climate risks projected in the coming decades and center climate justice. NYSERDA is building a team that will ensure that resiliency is integrated into our ambitious clean energy programs which prioritizes the most vulnerable New Yorkers.

New York State’s Scoping Plan establishes a statewide framework for the clean energy transition and climate resilience, including key strategies on incorporating climate-informed design standards and creating new resources for building owners to understand their risks. Additionally, with the passage of the 2022 Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs Bond Act, Green Buildings have been identified as an eligible use of a portion of the bond funds. As such, the planning and engineering analysis associated with readying existing buildings for the future energy landscape is expected to increase.

The Project Manager, Climate Resilience position will support NYSERDA’s Climate Resilience Lead to support internal and external resiliency efforts. The position will work to ensure NYSERDA as an organization, and buildings programs in particular, are preparing for future climate risks as they decarbonize.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support implementation of the historic commitment for sustainable and resilient buildings established by the NYS Bond Act

• Design, develop and execute resiliency strategies that improve building adaptation and decarbonization

• Implement results of internal and external climate risk assessments

• Support sustainability and resiliency initiatives across state agencies, including the creation of tools and resources for compliance with Executive Order 22 (2022)

• Cultivate and maintain strategic relationships with leading market stakeholders including vendors, customers, trade organizations, utilities, and government

• Present information on NYSERDA’s behalf at professional meetings, conferences and workshops

• Participate in multi-functional teams to develop and direct new efforts

• Make recommendations for improvements to NYSERDA’s strategies and business processes

• Contribute to CLCPA targets for at least 35% of the benefits of clean energy investments are directed to disadvantaged communities

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree

• 5 years of relevant experience with a demonstrated record of success in delivering solutions within business, non-profit or government operating environments

• Experience in climate resiliency, including climate impacts assessments, risk and impact analyses and mitigation measures with a specific focus on the buildings sector.

• Understanding the decision-making process of public buildings entities, developers and building operators

• Exposure to climate and environmental justice principles and practical execution

• Data analysis, technical research, and interpretation of trends

• Strong project management skills

• Good computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

• Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills that resonate with audiences of different backgrounds, the ability to communicate persuasively, concisely and unambiguously in speech and in writing

• Successful multi-tasker who can set priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Instinct for surfacing pragmatic solutions

• Ability to travel up to 20%

Preferred Qualifications

• A master’s degree in a relevant field such as engineering, sustainability, architecture, climate adaption and resiliency, or the physical sciences

• 4 years of experience in with a demonstrated record of success in delivering solutions within business, non-profit or government operating environments

• Engineering or architectural education and/or experience with focus on building design and construction

• Data analysis including geospatial tools (ex. GIS)

• Awareness of market levers and policy drivers associated with New York’s energy system and the clean energy transition.

• Knowledge of and/or experience in the management of building energy systems

• Exposure to clean energy program creation and marketplace interaction

• Genuine passion for matters relating to climate resiliency, building retrofits, energy affordability and access to clean energy solutions, environment, and equity.

Please submit two files, one for your cover letter and another for a resume.

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