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

　　The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) seeks a Program Manager of Statistics & Analytics to conceptualize, drive and implement the statistical analysis, modeling and analytical functions needed to support the design, analysis and evaluation of NYSERDA initiatives as well as the data mining of NYSERDA data assets. The individual will manage the development of statistical, logical and analytical tools and subsequent analysis of data to assess both opportunities and performance.

　　NYSERDA is undertaking a concerted effort to advance its ability to support a market-based series of interventions to achieve massive scale-up of clean energy in NYS and support Climate Act goals. This will require a robust understanding of the State’s population/markets, as well as an ongoing analysis of the avenues of greatest impact.

　　Primary Responsibilities

　　Statistical Analysis of Populations and Impact Pathways

　　Lead NYSERDA’s effort to procure, merge and analyze data from various sources in order to characterize and segment the market for clean energy technologies, measures, and services

　　Use predictive analysis and other methods to help NYSERDA identify ways to scale clean energy markets and meet ambitious Climate Act goals

　　Collaborate with colleagues in program areas in the design and planning of initiatives with an eye toward how those initiatives can align with market characteristics and drivers and tap into market potential

　　Modeling and Analysis of Pilots (Experiments) and Demonstrations

　　Develop a set of heuristics that can be applied to the design of pilots/demos to ensure they are highly likely to address the stated market impact hypothesis and proof points and are done as cost effectively as possible

　　Produce a working logic model, sampling plan and other tools and mechanisms to both evaluate the pilots/demos and assist in dissemination of the “proof of concept” or benefits of the piloted technology/methodology for maximum impact

　　System and Tool Building

　　Lead the development, improvement, integration and of automation of tools designed to support work and decision making, including tools to leverage large data sets to characterize target markets

　　Identify ways for NYSERDA staff to self-serve to meet their own ongoing analytical needs, e.g., basic statistical programs to access large data sets

　　Project Management

　　Institute tools and lead efforts encompassing project work planning and tracking, resourcing and budgeting, optimizing resources, and ensuring quality and timeliness

　　Effectively communicate status to relevant stakeholders; collaborate and problem solve with technologists

　　Leadership and People Development

　　Build and manage a small, hard working, energetic, and highly-skilled team of analysts, acting in an internal consultancy role in support of the above

　　Support NYSERDA programs in developing a greater understanding among Authority units of the output and metrics needed for continuous improvement

　　Foster and contribute to a culture of excellence grounded in people development, learning, problem solving, and teamwork

　　Identify and execute opportunities to develop staff and colleagues to meet the Authority’s goals and their own professional goals; serve as a mentor and a role model

　　Build multi-disciplinary networks within the Authority, sister and oversight agencies, the Governor's office, and key contractors to advance the Authority's goals

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree preferred, in statistics, data science, business analytics, mathematics or related field

　　Experience in or working knowledge of the clean energy domain strongly preferred

　　8 years’ experience designing and conducting statistical and analytical assessment of systems, programs and projects with a demonstrated record of program improvement

　　Expert-level user of statistical (e.g., SAS) and data visualization (e.g., Tableau) software, high proficiency in SQL and use of relational databases, Excel, Power Point

　　Ability to drive to big picture goals and solve strategic problems while valuing and maintaining a strong attention to detail

　　Great resourcefulness and an instinct for surfacing value and pragmatic solutions, a naturally strategic approach

　　Ability to develop and lead a team capable of delivering impactful and market-relevant, actionable analyses

　　Top-notch presentation and interpersonal skills that resonate with audiences of different backgrounds; the ability to communicate persuasively, concisely and unambiguously in speech and in writing

　　NYSERDA is exclusively working with a recruitment partner who will be responsible for the initial screening of the resumes for this position.

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