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 OverviewNYSERDA seeks an experienced, collaborative, and knowledgeable individual to join its Clean Transportation team to provide technical insights and project management expertise around school bus electrification in New York State, working in close partnership with both public and private sectors.The State of New York has committed, through legislation, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 85% below 1990 levels by 2050. The transportation sector is one of the two largest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions in the State and reducing emissions from this sector is critical to meeting the State’s broader goals. The activities of the Clean Transportation team will be a major contributor to developing markets for clean transportation technologies that can decarbonize the transportation sector. More specifically, the State of New York has also committed, through legislation, to rapidly transitioning the approximately 45,000 school buses in 700 school districts across the State to zero-emission buses, with all new school buses purchased being zero-emission starting in 2027 and all school buses being zero-emission starting in 2035.The successful candidate will manage technical assistance projects related to electric school buses (ESBs), with a focus on managing consultants developing individualized fleet electrification plans for each school bus fleet across the state. This will include daily involvement with school bus operators, school district personnel, technical experts, and fleet electrification planning consultants to oversee projects that help school bus operators move forward with ESB planning. Tasks will include guiding NYSERDA’s broader initiative to provide technical support for school bus fleets electrifying their buses, managing individual fleet electrification planning projects, and providing leadership to other project managers overseeing fleet electrification plans.This position requires someone with a solid technical understanding of transportation electrification and vehicle charging, strong project management capabilities, and good communications skills to ensure that a wide range of projects are coordinated, on schedule, and approaching their tasks in a manner aligned with NYSERDA’s broader goals. Experience leading teams of colleagues and/or consultants in complex undertakings is critical. A successful candidate should have a moderate to strong understanding of some or all of the following: zero-emission vehicles and charging; pupil transportation; electric utility operations. The ability to simultaneously manage a wide range of projects is a must. An ideal candidate will be a strong communicator who can easily translate concepts between technical and non-technical audiences.The Project Manager/Senior Project Manager will be expected to travel approximately 5-10% of professionally committed time to meet with stakeholders and team members. The position will report to the Program Manager for Clean Transportation.Primary Responsibilities
Lead NYSERDA’s engagement with school bus operators and engineering firms to offer technical assistance and fleet electrification planning services to school bus operators statewide
Actively manage projects with engineering firms developing individualized fleet electrification plans for school bus fleets
Provide guidance and oversight to other team members managing school bus fleet electrification plan projects
Stay apprised of the latest technical and market developments around ESBs to inform NYSERDA’s technical assistance program
Cultivate and maintain strategic relationships with ESB market stakeholders including industry participants, school districts, and electric utilities
Identify and pursue opportunities for program improvement, including ways NYSERDA can better address equity in transportation
Perform other tasks as assigned
Ability to perform all managerial and supervisory responsibilities with demonstrated experience fostering respect, diversity, equity and inclusion across the workforce.
Minimum Qualifications
Senior Project Manager (Salary range:$111,925-$141,439): Minimum experience of Bachelor’s degree and 7 years of relevant experience
Project Manager (Salary range: $76,051-$127,474): Minimum experience of Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience
Demonstrated record of success managing projects, preferably in the clean transportation or clean energy space
Subject matter expertise in transportation electrification, with a preference for a technical understanding of EVs and/or electric utility operations and a passion for issues related to clean transportation and equity
Demonstrated experience supervising contractors and interacting with senior leadership in one’s own organization and in other organizations
Demonstrated ability to independently and simultaneously manage a broad portfolio of projects, including setting workplans, managing budgets, and overseeing internal and consultant work products
Strong written and oral communication skills; excellent strategic planning, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with a broad spectrum of both public and private sector stakeholders
A strong understanding of the technical workings of zero-emission vehicles and charging
Proficiency with MS Office Suite required; familiarity with Salesforce preferred
Sr. Project Manager: Preferred: Master’s/ Advanced degree and 6 years of relevant experience
Project Manager: Preferred: Master’s/ Advanced degree and 4 years of relevant experience
Please submit two files, one for your cover letter and another for a resume.[INDGER]
