Senior Coordinator (Sustainability)

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 93,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government agency in New York City is seeking a Senior Coordinator (Sustainability) to drive sustainability initiatives aligned with the city's goals. The successful candidate will oversee project reviews and coordinate with various stakeholders, while ensuring adherence to ecological standards. This role requires significant experience in landscape architecture, project management, and strong communication abilities.

Benefits

Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Internal job advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Three years of full-time experience in landscape architectural work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team for project review to align projects with sustainability goals.
• Monitor and update project review documents and databases.
• Assist in developing policies for project excellence.

Skills

Verbal skills

Written skills

Engineering principles

Green Infrastructure knowledge

Stormwater Management knowledge

Project management

Education

Master's degree in landscape architecture

Valid New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect

Job description

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Hours: Full-Time – 35 Hours

Work Location: 30-30 Thomson Avenue, NY, 11101

All interested candidates are welcome to apply and will be considered for an interview based on the Minimum Qualification Requirements. Please indicate on your Cover Letter if you are permanent in the civil service title of Landscape Architect or if you are on the open-competitive list (exam #3033). There may be current civil service list restrictions impacting the agency’s ability to hire.

The NYC Department of Design and Construction, Division of Infrastructure, seeks to hire a Senior Coordinator (Sustainability) to support the agency’s response and support of PlaNYC. The selected candidate will oversee a team responsible for reviewing project Initiations, design plans and specifications to ensure that Capital Program projects are in line with sustainable goals that address equity, natural resources, quality of life, decarbonization, emissions reduction, climate change adaptation, waste reduction, water conservation, leadership, policies, and resiliency. The Senior Coordinator (Sustainability) will improve the future of New York City Right of Way by substantially contributing to climate resiliency and sustainability planning; assist in monitoring and updating applicable databases and project review documents, while advancing agency and citywide sustainability goals, which will include a mix of research, data analysis, conducting workshops and presentations, and coordinating with internal and external entities.

In addition, the candidate will work with the Division of Infrastructure in identifying risks and design issues for various infrastructure projects; assist with developing policies and procedures to support project excellence; and align the Division and its capital projects with PlaNYC 2023.

Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. NYC Department of Design and Construction does not provide sponsorship for international employees for visa applications, extensions, or status changes, including STEM/OPT visas. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all qualifying requirements for this position, at the time of application.

All Applicants, Including City Employees:

Please go to NYC Government Jobs | Explore Careers | City of New York, go to Search for Open Jobs, and type in the Job ID # listed above. Submit job application as prompted. Do not apply via Employee Self-Service (ESS), e-mail, mail, or fax your resume to DDC directly.

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT - 21315

Minimum Qualifications

• A valid New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect and a master's degree in landscape architecture from an accredited college or university and three (3)
  
  

years of full-time, satisfactory experience in landscape architectural work; or

NOTE: Current New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

The college or university must be accredited by regional, national, professional, or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

• A valid New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect and four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in landscape architectural work.
  
  

NOTE: Current New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

• A valid New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect and a master’s degree in landscape architecture from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council of Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and three (3) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in landscape architectural work; or
  
  

NOTE: Current New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

• A valid New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect; and four (4) years full-time, satisfactory experience in landscape architectural work.
  
  

NOTE: Current New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

Special Note:

In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.

• A valid New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect; and a master’s degree in landscape architecture from an accredited college or university and three (3) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in landscape architectural work; or
  
  

NOTE: Current New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

The college or university must be accredited by regional, national, professional, or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

• A valid New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect; and four (4) years full-time, satisfactory experience in landscape architectural work.
  
  

NOTE: Current New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

Special Note:

In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.

Preferred Skills

Candidates should possess excellent verbal and written skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Should have strong knowledge of Engineering and Construction principles, Green Infrastructure, Stormwater Management, Roadway, Streetscape, Sewer, and Water Main. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines and maximize the output of the small team. The ENV SP credential and knowledge in conducting life cycle and benefit cost analysis are preferable.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service 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 https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position

Additional Information

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.

, $93,614.00 – $107,656.00

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

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• Industries

  Government Administration

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