About the Role
NYSERDA seeks a creative, self-motivated individual with research, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills to lead its Energy Planning & Policy, Policy Analysis, and Energy Markets portfolio as a Director or Sr. Director. This role supports New York State energy policy decision-makers by evaluating policy alternatives, assessing policy impacts, supporting energy assurance, and providing market intelligence.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to State energy policy development, including the New York State Energy Plan and Climate Action Council Scoping Plan.
- Oversee studies and analyses of emerging clean energy technologies, their economic development opportunities, and strategies to overcome adoption barriers.
- Provide support to other NYS agencies in developing clean energy strategies.
- Offer formative advice for program development by surveying and sharing national best practices, establishing exit strategies, and improving the link between energy policy and program design.
- Develop policy briefings and presentations for NYSERDA Executives and the Board of Directors.
- Direct the development of the annual Clean Energy Industry Report, analyzing data on clean energy jobs, employer needs, and assets.
- Apply knowledge of energy systems infrastructures, reliability requirements, and market dynamics to inform policy and project formation.
- Represent NYSERDA at forums, providing expert knowledge of New York State system requirements.
- Direct the execution of a weekly survey program for heating fuels, including data collection, review, and analysis of pricing information.
- Assess energy market price trends, forecasts, supply-demand dynamics, and potential fuel supply infrastructure constraints.
- Collaborate with state agency partners on the annual update to the State Energy Emergency Plan.
- Supervise studies, analyses, and operational assessments of petroleum fuels supply and distribution systems, including infrastructure resiliency, market impact, vulnerability identification, and risk analyses.
- Lead and manage the Energy Planning & Policy, Policy Analysis, and Energy Markets Teams at NYSERDA, developing a high-performing portfolio.
- Foster a culture of excellence grounded in people development, learning, problem-solving, and teamwork.
- Develop staff and colleagues to meet NYSERDA's goals and their professional aspirations, serving as a mentor and role model.
- Serve as a thought leader within NYSERDA, staying current with energy policy, finance, and technology developments.
- Foster multidisciplinary networks within NYSERDA and with external entities like NY State's Green Bank, Department of Public Service, other agencies, and the Governor's office.
- Perform all managerial and supervisory responsibilities with respect, fairness, consistency, and inclusion.
Requirements
- For Director: Bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, science, engineering, public policy, public administration, or a related field.
- For Director: 10 years of relevant experience, including 5 years in a supervisory role with a demonstrated record of success in setting strategy and informing decisions.
- For Sr. Director: Bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, science, engineering, public policy, public administration, or a related field.
- For Sr. Director: 12 years of relevant experience, including 6 years in a supervisory role with a demonstrated record of success in setting strategy and informing decisions.
- Track record in leading and motivating teams to achieve their potential, including remote staff and external consultant teams.
- Track record as an exceptional manager, coach, mentor, and developer of talent.
- Strong diplomatic and discretion skills to navigate sensitive projects and policy negotiations.
- Strong team builder with the ability to establish productive relationships across a diverse organization.
- Strong knowledge base of clean energy, environmental, and climate policy approaches and mechanisms in New York and other jurisdictions.
- Strong knowledge base of economic considerations of clean energy alternatives, including environmental externalities.
- Strong knowledge base of fuel and electricity market structure and dynamics, and energy and environmental regulatory structures.
- Top-notch presentation and interpersonal skills that resonate with diverse audiences.
- Ability to communicate persuasively, concisely, and unambiguously in speech and writing.
- Demonstrated problem-solving ability, resourcefulness, and adaptability.
- Relentless work ethic and resolute integrity.
- For Director (Preferred): Master’s degree in a related field and 8 years of relevant experience, including 5 years in a supervisory role.
- For Sr. Director (Preferred): Master’s degree in a related field and 10 years of relevant experience, including 6 years in a supervisory role.
Skills
- Research and analytical skills
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Strategic leadership
- Policy development
- Market analysis
- Energy assurance
- People leadership and development
- Team building
- Presentation skills
- Problem-solving
Location
- New York
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Director
- Sr. Director
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
Salary/Compensations
- Director: $156,757-$197,170
- Sr. Director: $172,787-$213,995
About the Company
- NYSERDA is a leader in advancing New York’s energy transition, serving as a credible, objective, and trusted partner in energy planning and deploying innovative technologies.
- NYSERDA works with stakeholders statewide to develop, invest, and foster conditions that attract private sector capital, advance clean energy solutions, and ensure equitable benefits for communities and residents.
Equal Opportunity
- For further information on our hiring policies, employment opportunities for people with disabilities and EEO please click on this link and scroll down to the Policies section.
