Associate Director, Energy & Projects - New York Public Library : Job Details

Associate Director, Energy & Projects

Department: Facilities

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

Reporting To: Garrett Bergen

Compensation: $135,000 - $150,000 / year

Description

OverviewThe New York Public Library is a free provider of education and information for the people of New York and beyond. With 92 locations—including research and branch libraries—throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, the Library offers free materials, computer access, classes, exhibitions, programming, and more to everyone from toddlers to scholars, and has seen record numbers of attendance and circulation in recent years. The New York Public Library serves more than 18 million patrons who come through its doors annually and millions more around the globe who use its resources at www.nypl.org.

The NYPL Energy & Projects Team is committed to implementing energy management best practices across the NYPL's portfolio of buildings to help the City meet its ambitious emissions reductions and energy goals. NYPL is working to reduce building emissions by 49% by 2025 and 86% by 2030 (compared to 2005 levels), culminating in full decarbonization by 2050. The team works to track overall energy usage and identify energy-saving opportunities in buildings, implement energy-efficient operations and maintenance (O&M) practices, and oversee the delivery of energy-efficiency retrofit projects.

The Associate Director of Energy & Projects heads NYPL's project management team, overseeing energy management, sustainability efforts, and responsible building practices. This role involves setting strategic direction, managing projects, fostering key relationships, and guiding the Energy & Projects team to meet organizational goals.

We are looking for someone we can count on to:

Own:

• Lead, support, and direct the strategic goals of the Energy & Projects team.
• Oversee and drive the development and execution of infrastructure & facilities projects across NYPL's building portfolio.
• Identify and quantify energy conservation opportunities and implement operational improvements.
• Manage commissioning and oversight of new projects assigned to project managers.
• Develop and foster a strong positive relationship with the NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS), NYC Department of Energy Management (DEM) team, Mayor's Office of Resiliency, and other relevant stakeholders within NY City and State government.

Teach:

• Set performance objectives, provide mentorship, and ensure professional development for team members.
• Educate colleagues and other NYPL staff members on how to identify opportunities for improvement in energy efficiency and sustainability.

Learn:

• How the Facilities Department interacts with other divisions and departments.
• How to improve critical work functions and efficiencies department-wide.
• Diversification of knowledge of building systems and equipment.

Improve:

• The ability of NYPL to provide Library Patrons and Staff with a safe and welcoming environment.

Some expectations for this role are that within:

1 month, this person will:

• Gain an understanding of NYPL's energy and sustainability goals, the organizational structure, and how it is physically laid out.
• Understand the specific goals and role of the Energy & Projects Team and Facilities Operations team, and how they collaborate with other departments to support the Library's mission.

3 months, this person will:

• Serve as a primary liaison for interagency collaborations.
• Participate in planning meetings and develop logistical plans.
• Oversee implementation and engage in problem-solving for ongoing projects.

6 months and beyond, this person will:

• Implement new projects and initiatives.
• Train others on Energy conservation and sustainability practices.
• Develop long-term goals and oversee team operations.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze energy audits, manage energy efficiency project scoping, and estimate expected energy savings, cost savings, and emissions reductions.
• Prepare applications for City and State funding programs.
• Review design documents for Capital Planning projects in development to ensure compliance with local state and federal regulations and adherence to NYPL design standards.
• Lead day-to-day energy efficiency and/or clean energy project implementation.
• Supervise project tracking and reporting: maintain project-related documentation, including work orders, scopes of work, cost proposals, invoices, project status sheets, and progress reports.
• Manage coordination and communication with internal stakeholders and vendors.
• Perform site visits and provide technical expertise throughout the project life cycle.
• Lead and support reporting of project progress and milestones to internal and external stakeholders (e.g., DCAS DEM).
• Develop and maintain project measurement and verification (“M&V”) plan.
• Provide comprehensive training and support to team members.

Required Education, Experience & Skills

Required Education & Certifications

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in energy, sustainability, architecture, construction management, mechanical engineering, or related field.
• Niagara certification or willingness to pursue such certification.

Required Experience

• Four years of full-time satisfactory experience in project management work, such as planning, administering, managing, coordinating or expediting, for engineering and/or architectural and/or landscape architectural projects; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with the design and construction of energy efficiency retrofit projects in existing buildings.
• Experience with HVAC systems, including both boiler and chiller work; HVAC controls; computerized building automation and energy management systems; variable air volume (VAV) distribution systems; steam and chilled water systems; heating and cooling applications.
• Knowledge of and experience with ASHRAE or AEE Procedures for Commercial Buildings Energy Audits.
• Familiarity with NYC electrical and energy codes.
• Knowledge of energy costs and billing, energy savings calculation methodologies, and emissions calculations methodologies.

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of building energy systems and energy efficiency technologies.
• Familiarity with technical project management operations, including project planning, scope development, design and construction management, and project close-out.
• Ability to analyze and present complex data sets using Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of database management on Microsoft Access and integrated workflow management systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Ability to forecast and prepare budgets.
• Commitment to customer service and demonstrated ability to effectively manage simultaneous projects.

Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of one Energy Engineer, two Project Managers, and one Energy Analyst.
• Set performance goals, provide mentorship, and ensure professional development for team members.
• Coordinate and supervise the team's activities to align with NYPL's energy and sustainability objectives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Energy Manager (CEM); Certified Energy Auditor (CEA); Certified Building Commissioning Professional (CBCP) or Existing Building Commissioning Professional (EBCP); or Building Operator Certification – Level 1 credentials.
• Experience analyzing and presenting utility/energy information.
• Experience auditing commercial or institutional energy bills.
• Knowledge of commercial and industrial utility billing.
• Knowledge of energy market dynamics.
• Knowledge of new and emerging trends in the area of energy efficiency.

Core ValuesAll team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:

• Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
• Be Resourceful in solving problems
• Be Curious in all aspects of your work
• Be Welcoming and Inclusive

Work Environment

• Office
• Public Library
• Active Construction Sites

Physical Duties

• Light Lifting
• Travel throughout NYC

Pre-Placement Physical Required?No

Union/Non Union Non-Union

FLSA StatusExempt

Schedule

• 35 hours per week

This job description represents the types and levels of responsibilities that will be required of the position and shall not be construed as a declaration of all of the specific duties and responsibilities for the role. Job duties may change if Library priorities change. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description as needed.

The New York Public Library

Salary StatementAt the Library, we believe that pay transparency and pay equity are important to ensuring we source the best candidates and keep the best employees. When making a determination as to the appropriate salary for a candidate, we consider a variety of factors such, including, but not limited to, the position requirements, the skills, prior experience, and educational background required or preferred for the job, the scope and impact of the role within the organization, internal peer equity, and the candidate's specific training, experience, education level, and skills. No single factor is conclusive; the Library reserves the right to consider any and all relevant factors and make a decision consistent with its policies.

Union Salaries are determined by collective bargaining agreement(s).

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