Manager Climate Resilience Planning Job ID: 10618 Business Unit: MTA Construction & Development Location: New York, NY, United States Regular/Temporary: Regular Department: Capital Strategy Date Posted: Feb 18, 2025 Description This position is eligible for telework , which is currently available one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire. JOB TITLE: Manager , Climate Resilienc e Planning AGENCY: Construction & Development DEPT/DIV: Planning /Capital Strategy REPORTS TO: Senior Manager Climate Resilience Planning WORK LOCATION: 2 Broadway HOURS OF WORK: 8 : 3 0 AM to 5: 0 0 P M or as required (7.5HR/ DAY ) HAY POINTS: 588 SALARY RANGE: $91,990 to $119,698 DEADLINE: Open Until Filled S ummary The Manager, Climate Resilience Planning , will help shap e the future of the greater New York region by substantially contributing to the MTA ' s climate resilienc e and risk mitigation efforts . More specifically, this position will contribute to the development and execution of a multi-billion dollar 5-year MTA Capital Plan that identifies critical investments necessary to ensure the continued mobility of the region as climate change causes more intense and frequent extreme weather events . For more information on MTA ' s climate programs, visit new.mta.info/climate. Responsibilities The Manager , C limate Resilience Planning will advance strategies that integrat e climate resilience priorities and practices into the MTA ' s capital assets, including rail facilities , stations, track s , structures, signals, communications, power, and yards that together make up the millions of components that enable the MTA to move millions of New Yorkers every day. R esponsible for c ontribut ing substantially to all of the following core Planning activities: T rack progress on programs and initiatives that make the New York City region and the MTA itself more resilient to climate change . Develop and implement MTA ' s Capital Plan and Climate Resilience Roadmap . Research best practices in the field of climate risk mitigation for new ideas that might be relevant for the MTA . Work with senior staff on develop ing, comparing and prioritizing multiple climate resilience proposals and initiatives . Develop and manage scopes, budgets, and work plans for various in-house and consultant - led projects .\ Quantify the benefits of approaches to climate resilience, including models to estimate the magnitude of avoided losses through proactive planning and design requirements . Work with in-house technical teams and consultants, reviewing d eliverables and providing timely and thoughtful feedback that improves the quality of deliverables . D evelop and enhanc e asset planning tools and strategies, particularly those that inform the prioritization of climate resilience actions within the MTA C apital P lan . Utilize and create significant databases for tracking information, including climate risk and impact data, climate risk protections and investments , asset assessments, asset inventories, regional planning information, transit usage, and socio-economic and demographic information to inform prioritization with the MTA ' s capital strateg ies . Create maps, charts , graphics , and presentations to support coordination with MTA staff, operating agencies, the public, and non-MTA agencies . R eview and finalize technical documents, especially those focused on climate resilience issues within the transportation sector , including design guidelines , scopes of work, and engineering standards . Use GIS to analyze contexts and implications of improvements and outstanding vulnerabilities to climate risk , and use PowerBI to visualize these findings . Education and Experience A Bachelor's in Urban Planning, Engineering, Public Administration, Environmental Sciences, or a related field . Must have a minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience, preferably in transportation. Master's degree preferred. AICP or PE certification/license is a strong plus. Understanding of and fluency with climate mode l ling, resilience initiatives, and risk-based decision - making. Proficiency in climate policies, meteorology, data analytics, visualization tools, and spatial analysis. Ability to perform in - depth qualitative and quantitative analyses using a variety of tools and datasets. S ubstantial time and task management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines and maximize the output of a small staff. Effective communication, written, verbal, and presentation skills. Knowledge of the MTA regional network and operating context, as well as local, state , and federal transportation and policies. The ability to work with both senior - level staff and technical personnel on a diverse array of issues. The ability to interface with public stakeholders, including senior political and business representatives. Other Information Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the "Commission"). Selection Criteria Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview. How to Apply Qualified applicants can submit an online application by clicking on the " APPLY NOW " button on the CAREERS page or the JOB DESCRIPTION page. If you have previously applied online for other positions, enter your Username and Password. If it is your first registration, click the CLICK HERE TO REGISTER hyperlink and enter a Username and Password; click on the REGISTER button. Equal Employment Opportunity MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are equal opportunity employers, including those with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply .