Senior Climate Policy Analyst (Remote up to 50%)

Environmental Conservation, Department of; City of Albany (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Climate Policy Analyst 2 role supports New York's Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act through development and implementation of greenhouse gas reporting programs, regulatory analysis, and policy guidance.

Reporting to Section Leads in the Department of Environmental Conservation, the analyst serves as a program lead for the NYS e-GGRT platform, coordinates with bureau staff and external partners, and may provide supervision to entry-level professionals.

Qualifications

• Seven years of experience in environmental policy or climate policy preparation/implementation.
• Formal education aligned with policy roles (associates/bachelors/masters/doctorate) relevant to the role.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and database management.

Responsibilities

• Lead NYS e-GGRT platform initiatives and greenhouse gas reporting programs.
• Coordinate with bureau staff and external partners to implement policy guidance.
• Provide supervision to entry-level professionals when assigned.

Skills

Public speaking

Team collaboration

Written & verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Master's degree or Doctorate in relevant field

Associate degree (substitutes 2 years)

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Database management

Job description

The Climate Policy Analyst 2 role supports New York's Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act through development and implementation of greenhouse gas reporting programs, regulatory analysis, and policy guidance.

Reporting to Section Leads in the Department of Environmental Conservation, the analyst serves as a program lead for the NYS e-GGRT platform, coordinates with bureau staff and external partners, and may provide supervision to entry-level professionals.