Energy Manager

The DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION is seeking a part-time Energy Manager in Bowling Green, NY, responsible for overseeing energy management across approximately 80 facilities. The role involves leading a team, developing energy reduction plans, managing projects, and collaborating with various divisions to meet emissions targets. Candidates must be either in the title of Administrative Project Manager or eligible under the 55A program. The salary ranges from $60,443 to $100,000.
• DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Posted On: 01/03/2025
• Part-Time

Location

MANHATTAN
• Exam May Be Required

Department

Facilities Management

Salary Range:

$60,443.00 – $100,000.00

Job Description

IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION CANDIDATE MUST BE SERVING PERMANENTLY IN THE TITLE OF ADMINISTRATIVE PROJECT MANAGER, OR BE REACHABLE ON THE CIVIL SERVICE LIST, OR ELIGIBLE UNDER THE 55A PROGRAM.

According to the Local Law 97 (LL97) Implementation Action Plan (IAP) developed by NYC DCAS, as well as Local Law 101 of 2021 and Executive Order 89, DOT has an expanded responsibility to provide energy data and pathways to achieve emissions reductions targets (2025 and 2030) through increased project volume and more granular reporting. Achieving these goals requires a robust Energy Team, significant coordination with various DOT divisions, DOT Budget, sister agencies, and external entities.

The Energy Manager will oversee DOT’s Energy Team, consisting currently of two staff, leading in energy reduction efforts for the agency. The Energy Manager will report to the Executive Director of Real Estate and Facilities Planning and will operationalize energy-efficiency throughout the DOT portfolio, developing strategic projects to be implemented at DOT facilities for the greater benefit of the City. The manager will also manage traditional and agency-specific energy reporting responsibilities.

Job Description

DOT seeks to hire an Energy Manager who will be responsible for overseeing energy management efforts across the portfolio of approximately 80 facilities operated by DOT to achieve the City’s energy and emissions reductions goals. The Energy Manager responsibilities will include the following:

1. Lead the energy management program and team for the agency, develop agency-level plans to meet the City’s emissions and energy reduction goals.
2. Provide high level technical calculations for capital and/or expense funding opportunities and apply to DCAS DEM for these projects.
3. Coordinate and collaborate with other DOT Divisions to provide funding for energy reducing projects they plan to implement.
4. Support peak load management/demand response program with data analysis and performance trends to participating facilities.
5. Develop, analyze and recommend opportunities for renewable energy installation.
6. Think both technically and creatively to analyze and understand what energy savings endeavors are most appropriate for the agency. Research and develop new ideas and plans for new energy efficient projects for the agency.
7. Manage facility recycling policies and procedures.
8. Manage implementation of energy savings projects.
9. Oversee the development of RFPs and specifications for energy related projects and manage procurement process.
10. Provide analytical and communications support to Facilities for real estate and space planning.
11. Coordinate and implement outreach activities both internally (to DOT staff) and externally (to the public at events such as Summer Streets and Car Free Earth Day)
12. Supervise Energy Staff
13. Oversee energy strategic planning for Facilities.

ADMINISTRATIVE PROJECT MANAGER - 8300B

Minimum Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, business administration, or public administration, and five years of full-time satisfactory experience in the planning, administering or expediting of engineering design, and/or construction, or coordinating a very large engineering project, two years of which must have been in an administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory capacity; or
2. A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and nine years of experience as described in "1" above; two years of which must have been in an administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory capacity; or

3. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above. An accredited Master's degree in one of the disciplines described in "1" above, a law degree, or a valid New York State license as a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect or Landscape Architect may be substituted for one year of the required experience. However, all candidates must have the two years of the administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory experience as described in "1" above.

Preferred Skills

The ideal candidate will bring the following skills and experience to this position: - Strong leadership and management skills - Self-starter and quick learner, the ability to bring projects from idea to execution with little to no direct supervision. - Strong communication skills, written and verbal. - The ability to communicate both qualitatively and quantitatively - A degree in engineering (Mechanical or Electrical) - Strong understanding of building energy systems and energy efficiency technologies. - Proficient computer skills.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

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 not required for this position

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.

Shortlist

Job ID

695609

Title code

8300B

Civil service title

ADMINISTRATIVE PROJECT MANAGER

Title classification

Competitive-1

Business title

Energy Manager
• Experience Level:

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Job level

00

Number of positions

1

Work location

55 Water St Ny Ny
• Category:

Administration & Human Resources

Energy Manager