City Of New York

Senior Policy and Data Analyst, Sustainability

City Of New York$95K — $115K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant fields like architecture, engineering, or environmental science, or equivalent experience
  • Minimum two years experience in energy generation or conservation work
  • Experience in data analysis and policy support
  • Ability to convey complex data to diverse audiences
  • Expertise in sustainability policy and emissions reduction strategies

Responsibilities

  • Provide expert analytics support for policy and operational decisions
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and refine processes and KPIs
  • Ensure quality control and accurate measurement of sustainability progress
  • Lead the development of decision support tools like dashboards
  • Translate data analyses into actionable insights for policy development
  • Support special projects with technical expertise and analysis
  • Present findings to technical and non-technical audiences

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on impactful climate policy initiatives
  • Potential for remote work up to 2 days a week
  • Engagement in a collaborative team environment within a government agency
  • Opportunity for professional development and advancing sustainability initiatives
  • Ability to influence building decarbonization strategies in NYC
Full Job Description
Join the fight against climate change and take advantage of a unique opportunity on the cutting edge of climate policy at the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB). DOB plays an essential role in implementing New York City's ground-breaking climate policies, including Local Law 97, which significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions from the city's largest buildings. The Department's Bureau of Sustainability is actively developing the policies and regulations needed to advance New York City's climate goals. In a city where buildings contribute nearly three-quarters of our greenhouse gas emissions, a focus on efficiency, building energy usage, and decarbonization is critical. DOB is committed to becoming the nation's premier municipal building organization, enhancing the quality of life for all New Yorkers, and making our city a safer and healthier place to live. Become a member of DOB's Bureau of Sustainability team and make a real difference. The Senior Policy and Data Analyst provides expert-level data analytics and policy support to inform decision-making across the Sustainability Bureau. This role focuses on the development, analysis, and application of data to advance building energy efficiency, decarbonization, and sustainability initiatives, serving as a key technical resource for both policy and operational work. Under general direction, with latitude for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative, the Senior Policy and Data Analyst performs technical work, research, and analysis. Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to: - Providing expert data analytics support, including designing and executing complex analyses to inform policy and operational decisions - Collaborating with internal stakeholders and leadership to operationalize Bureau processes, develop standard operating procedures, and refine KPIs - Ensuring quality control across data streams and reporting metrics, supporting accurate measurement of sustainability KPIs and progress toward citywide emissions goals - Leading the development and implementation of analytics tools, decision support systems, and dashboards to support policy and operational decisions - Translating complex data analyses into actionable insights for policy development, regulatory compliance, and building decarbonization strategies - Supporting and contributing to special projects as assigned by Bureau and Agency leadership, providing technical expertise and analytical rigor - Presenting technical findings and policy implications to both technical and non-technical audiences, including senior leadership - Serving as a subject matter expert on sustainability policy, emissions reduction strategies, and regulatory frameworks related to building energy performance MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in architecture or architectural technology; biology; building science; chemistry; construction management; energy management; engineering, engineering technology; environmental science; facilities management; physics; or a related field; or 2. Completion of an apprentice program, a minimum of two (2) years in length, in a construction trade with an emphasis on energy efficiency for buildings and two (2) years of satisfactory, full-time experience in energy generation or conservation work such as planning, developing, implementing, inspecting, analyzing, testing, and verifying interventions to generate clean energy or reduce energy usage; or 3. Four (4) years of satisfactory, full-time experience in energy generation or conservation work such as planning, developing, implementing, inspecting, analyzing, testing, and verifying interventions to generate clean energy or reduce energy usage; or 4. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1," "2," or "3" above. One (1) year of acceptable experience will be credited for every 30 semester credits of undergraduate education in any of the fields described in "1" above. One (1) year of acceptable experience will be credited for a master's degree in any of the fields described in "1" above. Special Note: To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II, candidates other than Professional Engineers or Registered Architects must have either: (a) A Bachelor of Architecture degree that is the first professional degree in architecture from an accredited college; or (b) A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and a master's degree in building science, energy management, or engineering from an accredited college or university; or (c) After meeting the minimum qualification requirements, a master's degree in any of the fields described in "1" above; or (d) After meeting the minimum qualification requirements, one (1) additional year of experience as described in "3" above. To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level III, candidates other than Professional Engineers or Registered Architects must have, after meeting the requirements for Assignment Level II, one (1) additional year of experience as described in "3" above. To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level IV, candidates must have either: (a) A license as a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect issued pursuant to the New York State Education Law and at least one year of experience as described in "3" above as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the necessary disciplines as described in "1" above; or (b) In addition to meeting the requirements for Assignment Level III, one (1) additional year of experience in a supervisory capacity, or as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the necessary disciplines as described in "1" above. CIVIL SERVICE STATUS Only permanent Energy Conservation Specialists, applicants who are passed the Energy Conservation Specialist open competitive list, and applicants as indicated below will be considered. Candidates who are permanent in comparable civil service titles may be considered for title change under rule 6.1.9 of the Personnel Rules and Regulations of the City of New York. REMOTE WORK This position may be eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program. To Apply: Visit Jobs NYC (cityjobs.nyc.gov) to view and apply for available positions. Search by agency (Department of Buildings), keywords, or for the specific Job ID #. NOTE: ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED. ENERGY CONSERVATION SPECIALIST - 22430

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