Climate Data Planning & Sustainability Analyst

IMDiversity; New York (NY); On-site; USD 77,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commuting pass with tax-advantaged car

Health coverage

Pension plans

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

ERGs and community groups

Job summary

MTA Construction & Development is seeking a Planner, Climate Data Science to advance the agency’s climate goals through data-driven planning and analysis. This role works within the Capital Strategy team to advance sustainability across projects and programs in New York.

The position emphasizes collaboration with senior staff and external partners to deliver actionable insights. Responsibilities include developing climate analytics tools, supporting decarbonization initiatives, and coordinating

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Minimum of three years of experience, preferably in transportation.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Fluency with greenhouse gas emissions modeling and accounting practices.
• Strong data management and technical skills, including data analytics, visualization tools, and spatial analyses.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Integrating sustainability priorities into the capital program and long-range plans.
• Evaluating costs and benefits for capital investment scenarios.
• Tracking energy use and emissions and evaluating reduction strategies.
• Supporting sustainability funding strategies and policy coordination.
• Developing data analytics tools and presenting findings to leadership and stakeholders.
• Supervising consultants and ensuring high-quality deliverables.

Skills

GHG emissions modeling

Data analytics

Visualization skills

Communication skills

Time management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Urban Planning, Engineering, Public Admin, Env Sciences, Transportation, or related)

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Data analytics tools

Visualization tools

Spatial analysis

Job description

MTA Construction & Development is seeking a Planner, Climate Data Science to advance the agency’s climate goals through data-driven planning and analysis. This role works within the Capital Strategy team to advance sustainability across projects and programs in New York.

The position emphasizes collaboration with senior staff and external partners to deliver actionable insights. Responsibilities include developing climate analytics tools, supporting decarbonization initiatives, and coordinating