The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing 1.1 billion gallons of high-quality drinking water, managing wastewater and stormwater, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. DEP’s water supply system is comprised of 19 reservoirs and 3 controlled lakes throughout the system’s 2,000 square mile watershed that extends 125 miles north and west of the City.
The Office of Energy and Resource Recovery Programs (Energy Office) is charged with plotting the course for DEP to meet its energy and carbon neutrality goals, as well as maximizing resource recovery. The Energy Office also provides energy and performance tracking, program assessment, scientific research, emergency planning and internal auditing services to DEP’s operating bureaus.
The Energy Office is seeking to hire a Deputy Director of Conservation and Optimization who will be responsible for managing critical Energy Office programs and collaborating closely with operating bureaus to effectively manage energy resources. The selected candidate will report directly to the Director of the Energy Office. The Deputy Director’s role will be to provide technical guidance to the entire agency to ensure equipment is maintained and operated to function at peak efficiency. The Deputy Director will also be responsible for ensuring critical Energy Office programs such as the Co-digestion and beneficial reuse of biogas are operating effectively. In addition, this role will oversee facility audits and benchmarking efforts. Based on facility needs, they will identify critical needs to ensure the Energy Office programs operate effectively. This role will work closely with operations to identify new opportunities to improve process efficiency and troubleshoot suboptimal system performance to develop new operational strategies.
Minimum Qual Requirements
1. For Assignment Level I (only physical, biological and environmental sciences and public health) A master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological or environmental science or in public health.
To be appointed to Assignment Level II and above, candidates must have:
1. A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization; or
2. A master’s degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to “1” or “2” above. However, all candidates must have at least a master’s degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of experience described in “2” above. Two years as a City Research Scientist Level I can be substituted for the experience required in “1” and “2” above.
NOTE:
Probationary Period
Appointments to this position are subject to a minimum probationary period of one year.
Preferred Skills
• Masters degree in environmental engineering, water resources management, or a related field.
• 7+ years experience in wastewater management, process optimization, or a closely related field.
• In-depth knowledge of wastewater treatment processes and environmental regulations pertaining to water resources.
• Demonstrated experience optimizing wastewater treatment processes.
• Familiarity with emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in water conservation, wastewater management, and sustainability.
• Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities to save energy across operational processes and systems.
• Ability to make recommendations for process improvements and drive operational innovations.
• Familiar with energy modeling and Green House Gas (GHG) accounting, specifically as related to the wastewater treatment process and its byproducts.
Additional Information
Driver License Requirement:
At the time of appointment to certain positions, candidates may be required to possess a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York. If required, employees must maintain this license for the duration of employment.
DEP is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to the diversity of our organization and workforce. Your voluntary response to the NYCAPS on-line application section for referral information will assist us tremendously in our ability to track the success of our outreach recruitment efforts. Please be sure to indicate your source of referral to this job.
For more information about NYCDEP, visit us at: www.nyc.gov/dep
We appreciate your interest and thank all applicants who apply, but only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
All appointments are subject to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval.
To Apply
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Public Svc 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 StudentAid.gov/PSLF .
Hours/Shift
35 hours per week
Work Location
96-05 Horace Harding Expway
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.
Recruitment Contact
Recruitment Contact: Grace Pigott
Recruitment Email: recruit@dep.nyc.gov
POSTING DATE
07/14/2023
POST UNTIL
Until Filled
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.