Deputy Director, Sustainability Policy

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 has an essential role in implementing and enforcing New York City’s ground-breaking climate policies, including Local Law 97, which significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions from the city’s largest buildings. 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.

Under Direction Of The Director, Sustainability Policy And Legal Affairs, With Wide Latitude For The Exercise Of Independent Judgment And Decision, The Deputy Director, Sustainability Policy, Will Perform Managerial Work Pertaining To Implementation Of Building Sustainability Laws, Including

The qualified candidate will have significant experience developing and implementing policy and advising executive staff on policy related to sustainable buildings and the clean energy transition.

The qualified candidate will also have excellent written and oral communication skills and a documented track record of working cooperatively with stakeholders to achieve results in a fast-paced work environment.

• Advise the Bureau of Sustainability on all policy matters related to sustainable buildings and the clean energy transition
• Advise the Bureau in managing policy developments and formulating agency strategy, including new ideas for overall policy initiatives
• Manage projects large and small to operationalize DOB’s sustainability policies, including the research, analysis, development, and drafting of policy documents
• Review and support data analytics, including quantitative and qualitative analyses, conducting independent analysis, and ensuring the team’s analytical methodologies are rigorous and documented, and that findings are clear, insightful, and actionable
• Represent the Bureau in internal and external meetings to formulate policy and negotiate creative solutions
• Manage a staff of policy and data analysts
  
  

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

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Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• A master’s degree from an accredited college or university in architecture or architectural technology, biology, building science, chemistry, climate and society, climate science, city or urban planning, construction management, earth science, economics, energy management, engineering or engineering technology, environmental law, science, or studies, facilities management, mathematics, physics, public administration, public policy, statistics, sustainability, urban studies, or a related field, or a juris doctorate degree from an accredited law school with a concentration in environmental law, and two (2) years of satisfactory, full-time experience in energy, environmental, or sustainability-related data analysis, program management, strategic planning, or a related field, at least one (1) year of which must have been in an administrative, managerial, executive, consultative, or supervisory capacity; or
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of satisfactory, full-time experience as described in “1” above, at least one (1) year of which must have been in an administrative, managerial, executive, consultative, or supervisory capacity; or 3. Education and/or experience equivalent to “1” or “2” above. However, all candidates must have at least one (1) year of experience in an administrative, managerial, executive, consultative, or supervisory capacity as described in “1” above.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Deep knowledge of building sustainability policy in New York City, New York State, and within the Federal Government. - Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. - Deep knowledge of the NYC Construction Codes. - Experience effectively communicating technical findings and principles to a non-technical audience. - Experience developing and implementing policy. - Experience with statistical analysis, data analysis and supporting database production and operation. - Experience effectively managing and training staff.
  
  

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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