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 With the passage of the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (Climate Act) (https://climate.ny.gov/) , New York has codified the most aggressive climate change program in the nation with goals to reach zero carbon emissions in the electricity sector by 2040; install 9 gigawatts of offshore wind by 2035, 10 gigawatts of solar by 2030, and 6 gigawatts of energy storage by 2030. With the recent approval of the Climate Action Council’s final Scoping Plan, we have a strong framework to achieve an 85% reduction in GHG emissions from 1990 levels by 2050, and eventually net zero emissions economy-wide. On April 2, 2020, Governor Cuomo signed into law the Accelerated Renewable Energy Growth and Community Benefit Act [PDF] (https://www.nyserda.ny.gov/-/media/Project/Nyserda/Files/Programs/Clean-Energy-Standard/Accelerated-Renewables-Fact-Sheet.pdf) (Accelerated Renewables Act), which makes major changes in the forum and permitting process for large-scale renewable projects. Specifically, the bill established a new renewable siting structure to be managed by a new office within the Department of State. On October 15, 2020, the PSC issued its Order Adopting Modifications to the Clean Energy Standard (Order) [PDF] (https://www.nyserda.ny.gov/-/media/Project/Nyserda/Files/Programs/Clean-Energy-Standard/2020/October-15-Order-Adopting-Modifications-to-the-Clean-Energy-Standard.pdf) . In the Order, the PSC adopted several modifications to the Clean Energy Standard (CES) to align it with the CLCPA mandates. The Order authorizes NYSERDA, as central procurement administrator, to adopt procurement targets to meet the 70% renewable energy goal by 2030 and establish new renewable energy tiers in the furtherance of this goal. NYSERDA’s LSR team is at the forefront of this endeavor. The Large-Scale Renewables team executes on solicitations to support renewable resources through REC contracts. NYSERDA also administers the agreements resulting from these competitive solicitations to ensure that the proposed projects are developed in compliance with contractual requirements, reach commercial operation and continue to deliver RECs to New York for the tenor of the contracts. Once operational, the projects report their energy production through the New York Generation Attribute Tracking System (https://www.nyserda.ny.gov/All-Programs/NYGATS) (NYGATS), a market-based trading and accounting platform for the generation attributes such as RECs, which is also used to report the State’s progress toward the achievement of the Clean Energy Standard mandate. To support and assist the Team on all workstreams, NYSERDA seeks an (2) Assistant Project Managers to join NYSERDA’s Large-Scale Operations Team. The Assistant Project Manager (s) will report to the LSR Operations Program Manager. The individuals will support the Program by assisting the members of the team with all contracting and operational processes. The individual will assist in managing and coordinating special projects and activities that do not fall directly into a single core activity. Primary Responsibilities + Support the LSR Operations team through all contracting processes: developing and processing contracting memos and budget requisitions, workflow in NYSERDA's contract management system, competitive solicitations and scopes of work, committee scheduling and managing contracts; + Support Team members with administrative tasks (expense reports, travel organization, etc.), training and professional development opportunities, orientation materials for new hires and handle ad-hoc requests; + Assist with the use of Salesforce and other software packages in accomplishing various duties described above; + Support program leadership with clean energy initiatives to advance New York’s clean energy goals; + Support on planning, coordination, budgeting, and administration for all LSR Programs; + Create project timelines and document/presentation templates related to strategic and programmatic workstreams, project closeout processes, invoicing and budget tracking. + Ability to demonstrate respect, equity and inclusive behavior and practices of a diverse workforce and community. + Perform other responsibilities and tasks as assigned. Minimum Qualifications + 3 years of relevant competitive procurement, renewable energy, project development, financing, or operational experience + A Bachelor’s degree + Knowledge of renewable energy technologies and development processes + Strong project management skills + Superior organizational, time management and interpersonal skills + Ability to successfully handle multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment + Excellent computer skills, experience with Microsoft Programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, etc.) + Excellent record keeping, database management and organization skills + Must be a self-starter and function well independently and in teams + Excellent oral and written communication skills Additional Qualifications + Experienced in various systems, such as Peoplesoft and SalesForce. + Excel proficiency, including accurate data entry, comfort with multi-tab spreadsheets, grasp formulas. + Ability to maintain attention to detail over the course of repetitive work. Preferred Qualifications + A Master’s (or advanced) degree with 1 year of relevant competitive procurement, renewable energy, project development, financing, or operational experience Please submit two files, one for your cover letter and another for a resume. Please note that during the application process, you may be prompted to opt-in to Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) scoring. This is an automatic request in the ADP system but is not a feature that is used by NYSERDA in its recruiting and hiring process. Your response will have no impact on your application to NYSERDA. [INDGER]