Sr. PM, Design & Events
Leads the execution of creative projects for live events and marketing materials, ensuring on-time and high-quality delivery
Develops detailed project plans, manages timelines, and coordinates with cross-functional teams and vendors to achieve project objectives
Mitigates risks, tracks progress, and ensures alignment with brand guidelines and U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s business strategies
About the Company
If you are passionate about the ability of American business to improve lives, solve problems, and strengthen society, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the place for you. As the world’s largest business organization, we believe in building a future that gives everyone the opportunity to pursue a better tomorrow. We make it our job today–and every day–to build the strongest relationships possible among the American people, business leaders, and elected officials in Washington, D.C., state capitals, and countries around the globe. For them and the businesses we represent, the U.S. Chamber is a trusted advocate and partner.
We are driven by the pursuit of innovation and partnership and hold ourselves to the highest standards. Our commitment to our members is matched only by our commitment to our employees. As part of our team, we will support your long-term career development while delivering relevant learning opportunities. We will empower you to lead, develop deep expertise, and find new approaches to solving the toughest challenges.
About the Job
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead initiatives for our Creative Design Team, ensuring the seamless execution of creative elements for live events and marketing collateral. This role demands a strategic problem solver with extensive project management expertise, exceptional communication skills, and hands-on experience in creative production and design.
Responsibilities
Lead the comprehensive execution of creative projects for events, from concept to completion
Develop detailed timelines and resource plans to ensure smooth project execution
Coordinate with design, client, and event planning teams to align project objectives
Manage multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables
Collaborate with stakeholders to define project objectives, scope, and success metrics
Identify and mitigate project risks, proactively addressing challenges
Cultivate strong relationships with vendors, contractors, and event production teams to deliver exceptional activations and experiences
Ensure that creative outputs align with brand guidelines, marketing strategies, and business objectives
Track project progress, report on key milestones, and provide updates to leadership
Oversee event installations and teardowns in collaboration with event designers
Partner with the director of project management to develop and refine project processes
Qualifications
Over 5 years of project management experience, ideally within a creative agency or in-house design team
Proven track record in managing creative projects related to creative work within events, live experiences, or marketing materials
Expertise in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid)
Experience collaborating with designers and production teams
Proficiency in project management tools (Asana, Trello, Monday.com, Smartsheet, or similar)
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders, competing priorities, and shifting deadlines
Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive and adaptable mindset
Outstanding communication and negotiation skills
Ability to work with ambiguity and define project success while collaborating with large teams
Able to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with creativity and flexibility
Familiarity with creative production workflows (graphic design, video production, branding)
Background in managing projects related to event planning or live experiences
Certifications in project management are a plus
Sr. Designer, Events
Leads the creation of impactful event experiences, ensuring brand consistency across diverse formats like in-person events, virtual broadcasts, and activations
Develops creative concepts, prepares design mockups, and collaborates with internal teams and vendors to execute innovative and engaging visuals
Advocates for a design-led approach, staying current with industry trends and managing projects from concept through on-site execution
About the Company
If you are passionate about the ability of American business to improve lives, solve problems, and strengthen society, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the place for you. As the world’s largest business organization, we believe in building a future that gives everyone the opportunity to pursue a better tomorrow. We make it our job today–and every day–to build the strongest relationships possible among the American people, business leaders, and elected officials in Washington, D.C., state capitals, and countries around the globe. For them and the businesses we represent, the U.S. Chamber is a trusted advocate and partner.
We are driven by the pursuit of innovation and partnership and hold ourselves to the highest standards. Our commitment to our members is matched only by our commitment to our employees. As part of our team, we will support your long-term career development while delivering relevant learning opportunities. We will empower you to lead, develop deep expertise, and find new approaches to solving the toughest challenges.
About the Job
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Experiential Design Team, an essential part of the Creative and Marketing Department is committed to designing and executing impactful events and environmental activations. These efforts enhance the Chamber’s convening power across its divisions, the U.S. Chamber Foundation, and internal communications.
As key collaborators, the Experiential Team provides design leadership, creative strategy, and innovative concept development to internal teams and partnerships. Our work results in standout events that enrich our brand and amplify our content, crafting memorable experiences for audiences—whether in person, virtually, in D.C., nationwide, or globally. Our projects culminate in compelling graphic identities, experience mapping, brand activations, environmental graphics, captivating stage visuals, broadcast design, digital marketing materials, and supporting print materials.
As the senior designer, you will lead the creation of experiences across a diverse range of events—from in-person gatherings to virtual broadcasts and environmental projects. You will leverage your strong foundation in graphic principles to interpret and amplify our brand identity across various formats and products. Working closely with the experiential design director, you will develop attendee experiences that are highly creative, content promoting, and aligned with event and organizational goals.
The ideal candidate is an advocate for a design-led approach—innovative, curious, and adaptable and thrives in collaborative environments. We seek a critical thinker who can visualize and execute creative plans that resonate within physical spaces and speak to diverse audiences.
Responsibilities
Develop a thorough understanding of Chamber brand guidelines and the meaning of excellence in Chamber events
Represent the Creative Department in meetings regarding project scope, experience goals, concept development, and creative deliverables
Introduce fresh, innovative ideas to enhance event experiences
Prepare graphic designs, environmental mockups, and presentation materials to illustrate concepts
Confidently pitch and promote your work to stakeholders
Adapt designs across a wide range of event products, including environmental design, programmatic visuals, 3D builds, stage design, digital marketing, promotional merchandise, and print products
Coordinate with teams throughout the organization and with vendors to realize the creative vision, remaining hands-on with assigned events from concept to execution
Oversee on-site installation, manage vendor relationships, attend rehearsals, and maintain files and documentation for projects
Collaborate effectively within a large organization while also functioning independently
Stay on top of industry trends and emerging technologies and pursue training and education relevant to your work
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field
7 years of design experience with 3-5 years in a creative role with significant event design or environmental graphic work and a dynamic portfolio showcasing it
Ability to visualize in two and three dimensions, illustrate complex concepts, and prepare environmental mocks
Proficiency with the Adobe Creative Suite—Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
Experience presenting to clients, managing expectations, and communicating confidently and clearly
Knowledge in design specifications across digital, video, print (large and small format), and physical build with the ability to explain to non-designers
Strong organizational, problem-solving, project management, and time-management skills
High attention to detail in fast-paced workflows
Ability to understand architectural scale, read architectural drawings, and conduct site surveys
Knowledge or experience in 3D design and fabrication, particularly providing direction and oversight of builds for events or exhibitions
Experience with storyboarding, Adobe After Effects, or motion graphics
PM, Innovation Partnerships
Manages the Innovation Partnership program, fostering connections between universities, research centers, industry, and investors to advance NY energy
Executes program strategies, designs solicitations, and manages contracts, ensuring alignment with NYSERDA's climate and clean energy goals
Drives strategic initiatives, leads a team, and maintains stakeholder networks, while continuously improving program efficiency and effectiveness
About the Company
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, and enable New York’s communities and residents to benefit equitably from energy efficiency and renewable energy.
About the Job
The purpose of this role is to build and manage an Innovation Partnership program comprising the network of universities, research centers, industry and investment groups, business incubators, accelerators, and other entities that engage with NYSERDA to support energy innovation in New York State. This role will also lead and manage some discretionary sponsorship contracts, and discretionary or competitive contracts for services and studies.
Responsibilities
Innovation Partnership Team Responsibilities:
The Program Manager, Innovation Partnerships will lead the planning, launch, and management of program offerings that support partner organizations working to advance energy innovation in New York State
This role will work closely with the Assistant Director, Innovation Partnerships to develop and execute a program strategy to build the most effective partnership network possible, accelerating development and deployment of innovative energy technology by fostering connections between partner organizations, NYSERDA, and other state and federal entities
Key activities for this role are expected to include the design of program solicitations to competitively award sponsorships to prospective NYSERDA Innovation partners
The Program Manager will also be responsible for developing evaluation criteria, budgets, and marketing plans for these solicitations, as well as leading selection committees and negotiating program awards
The Program Manager will manage the resulting contracts along with additional project manager resources assigned to the role
The Program Manager will also work with the Assistant Director to develop effective mechanisms for receiving, packaging, and disseminating business and technical information resulting from funded sponsorships and other partnerships
Strategic Leadership and Development:
Lead a team of NYSERDA staff in developing and implementing interventions and strategies for a Business Unit
Drive a program initiative
Leverage the capabilities of their team to achieve goals
Maintain a network of stakeholders
Execution and Ongoing Improvement:
Evolve and continuously adapt strategies to optimize impact, cost-effectiveness and efficiency based on insights, critical program and research data, timely execution, and risk management
Ensure programs are built such that they: have effective go forward strategies; achieve intended outcomes; meet the expectations/needs of the market; maintain operational flexibility needed to evolve; and minimize administrative cost and unnecessary burdens
Develop strategy for RFP, PON and other solicitations, review all documents to ensure program objectives are likely to be met. Ensure programs align with the requirements from the funding source and have funds available in approved budgets
Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with vendors to ensure NYSERDA's interests are promoted and protected in support of the above, and in accordance with NYSERDA and New York State Procurement Policies
Develop Statements of Work, provide oversight, feedback and review of all tasks and deliverables and approve invoices for assigned contracts
Project program management – balanced, non-duplicative, and high impact
Project risk management
Manage financial, staff and other resources for efficiency and effectiveness
Coordination and collaboration with NYSERDA’s market development teams
People Leadership and Development:
Foster and contribute to a culture of excellence grounded in people development, learning, problem solving, and teamwork
Develop staff and colleagues to meet NYSERDA's goals and their own professional goals
Serve as a mentor and a role model
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of relevant experience in managing business partnerships or innovation projects from concept to commercialization
A demonstrated record of success in setting strategy and successfully delivering services or solutions at scale or scope within business or government operating environments including 4 years in a supervisory role
Ability to perform all managerial and supervisory responsibilities with demonstrated experience fostering respect, diversity, equity, and inclusion across the workforce
Strong computer skills (MS word, excel, and ppt)
Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills including confidently and clearly presenting in front of different audiences with various backgrounds including executive and C-suite level audiences
Strong program management skills including a track record of successfully managing external cross-functional consultants
Demonstrated problem solving ability, an entrepreneurial edge, resourcefulness, adaptability, ability to surface insights and solutions
Insight and understanding of NYSERDA programs
Skill in gaining and using insight to formulate strategy and design and evolve solutions
An exceptional manager, coach, mentor, and developer of talent
Top-notch presentation and interpersonal skills that resonate with audiences of different backgrounds
A relentless work ethic and resolute integrity
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree with 6 years’ of relevant experience in managing business partnerships or innovation projects from concept to commercialization
A demonstrated record of success in setting strategy and successfully delivering services or solutions at scale or scope within business or government operating environments including 4 years in a supervisory role
Director of Scheduling
Orchestrates the First Partner's calendar by managing all scheduling, travel, and logistics, and ensures a seamless and productive workflow
Acts as the primary liaison between the Governor's scheduling, protective detail, and residence staff, maintaining synchronized schedules
Handles briefings, invitations, confidential matters, and streamlines office processes, facilitating efficient operations and meeting the First Partner's needs
About the Company
Jennifer Siebel Newsom is the First Partner of California, an award-winning filmmaker, and an influential thought leader on gender equality. Through her California for ALL Kids campaign, she is championing initiatives to support children’s mental and physical health, as well as provide families with the tools to build a solid learning foundation. And through her California for ALL Women campaign she’s making strides to build economic equity, equal representation, and advance a family-first agenda.Jennifer Siebel Newsom chose the title First Partner, as opposed to the traditional title of First Lady, to send a signal of inclusivity, recognizing that one day there will be a woman or LGBTQ+ Governor of California, and to elevate the importance of partnership and the need for, and benefits of, a caring, inclusive government.
About the Job
The Office of the First Partner seeks a Director of Scheduling and Special Assistant to the First Partner. This person works closely with the First Partner and her team to maintain a smooth workflow and productive schedule for the principal at all times. This is an incredible opportunity to work on a small, nimble, and fast-paced team at the center of the Governor's Office and further the work of the Newsom Administration.
Responsibilities
Efficiently manage all aspects of the First Partner's calendar, coordinating in detail the logistical arrangements for all meetings and events
Manage and mentor one staff scheduler
Serve as the main liaison to the Governor’s Scheduling Team
Regularly communicate with the Governor's Protective Detail and necessary staff regarding schedule and daily movements of the First Partner
Regularly communicate with the home residence staff to synchronize the First Family’s schedule with the First Partner’s schedule
Manage all aspects of the First Partner’s travel arrangements to ensure trip objectives and goals are met
Produce and compile briefing materials for the First Partner and her Chief of Staff
Manage the invitation process for all meeting and event requests, responding to inquiries with the highest level of professionalism
Create and manage processes to streamline and increase efficiencies throughout the office
Manage general office tasks including gift and calendar reporting, printing, mail sorting, and paper filing
Handle confidential issues and information using discretion and excellent judgement
Provide occasional staff support for First Partner events
Ad hoc responsibilities as they arise to ensure the needs of the First Partner are met
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
8+ experience in a fast-paced office environment
Ability to multitask and stay organized even among interruptions
Detail oriented with meticulous organizational skills
Excellent written and communication skills
Strong time management skills with ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously
Top-notch scheduling skills, including the ability to coordinate complex meetings and travel
Great research skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office and G Suite
Flexibility outside of regular business hours for when scheduling issues arise
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion at all times
Prior work with c-suite and executive level officials is preferred
PM, Local Governments
Supports Clean Energy Communities program, aiding in the creation of peer learning cohorts for local governments focused on advancing decarbonization
Develops curriculum and structures peer learning opportunities, while also monitoring progress and gathering feedback to ensure program responsiveness
Manages grants, provides subject matter support in areas like municipal clean energy, and maintains stakeholder relationships
About the Company
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, and enable New York’s communities and residents to benefit equitably from energy efficiency and renewable energy.
About the Job
NYSERDA seeks an individual to join the Communities & Local Government team, which enables increased engagement and investment in decarbonization by local governments and communities throughout New York State. The position will support the continued success and evolution of the Clean Energy Communities program and other initiatives that advance decarbonization at the local level. The candidate will assist in developing and implementing a new option within the Clean Energy Communities program that offers peer learning cohorts for local governments to advance a specific decarbonization initiative or policy, and learn from other local governments.
Responsibilities
Assist Program Manager, other team members, and consultant(s) in planning, strategy, and implementation of local government decarbonization cohorts, which may include:
Supporting the selection of cohort topics related to local decarbonization efforts
Performing research to inform cohort curriculum content and design
Structuring opportunities for local governments to learn from one another
Soliciting ongoing feedback from participants to ensure program is responsive to participant needs and achieves program objectives
Monitoring progress of local governments in meeting key milestones and objectives
Working with the team to develop accessible tools and resources to help New York State municipalities
Coordinating with other NYSERDA teams and state agencies to align local government offerings with Authority-wide objectives
Managing grants awarded to New York State municipalities through the Clean Energy Communities cohorts initiative and others as assigned
Provide subject matter support to NYSERDA programs serving New York State municipalities in one or more of the following fields (NOTE: candidates are not expected to have experience in all of the fields described below):
Planning, financing, and implementing clean energy upgrades and electrification of municipal facilities
Local energy, climate, and/or decarbonization planning and incorporation of climate considerations into municipal processes such as budgeting and capital planning
Municipal clean energy procurement, district energy networks, or other community energy strategies
Electrification of municipal fleets and local sustainable transportation policy
Design of municipal policy, services, and other mechanisms by which a local government can influence decarbonization efforts by residents, businesses, and institutions within their jurisdiction
Incorporating equity and resiliency into local climate policy and planning
Maintain strong working relationships with relevant stakeholders, including municipal staff, local elected officials, community leaders, and partner organizations
Manage external consultants to ensure contracted deliverables are high quality, on-time, and within budget
Travel within New York State up to 10% of the time
Ability to demonstrate respect, equity and inclusive behavior and practices of a diverse workforce and community
Perform other responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience
Ability to demonstrate respect, equity and inclusive behavior and practices of a diverse workforce and community
Demonstrated ability to identify and solve problems using available resources
Experience in at least one of the following subject areas: clean energy, energy efficiency, building or transportation electrification, urban planning, climate action planning
Strong organization, project management, and time management skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated skill in applying critical thinking, working collaboratively, and continual learning
Proficient with Microsoft Office software including Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience organizing, leading, or participating in cohort, peer learning, or other programs geared towards addressing clean energy, climate change or other issues at the local level
Knowledge of municipal operations and local governments
Experience managing consultants or contracts, including development of statements of work and budgets
Experience with public speaking
Proficiency with Salesforce
A Master’s degree with 4 years of relevant experience
Asst. Project Manager
Conducts research & analysis to inform NY State energy policy, collaborating on reports and roadmaps, and managing projects involving diverse stakeholders
Supports the State Energy Plan and Climate Action Council, providing expertise in designated policy areas, and monitoring trends in government activities
Develops policy briefings, collaborates with internal and external stakeholders, and manage external contractors, while fostering a collaborative team
About the Company
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, and enable New York’s communities and residents to benefit equitably from energy efficiency and renewable energy.
About the Job
As part of the Policy Development Team within the Policy & Analysis Department, this team member will have an integral role in developing, performing, and managing research and analysis to inform New York State energy policy and planning. In particular, this position will support collaborative development and production of major external reports and will coordinate teams of subject matter experts across NYSERDA and State government for the delivery of such reports. In addition, the team member will have and/or develop analytical and technical expertise to act as a subject expert in one or more policy area(s), with specific responsibility for related analysis and policy development.
For this role, NYSERDA seeks a creative, self-motivated, and knowledgeable individual with strong analytic skills, well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, and exceptional organizational and project management skills. A strong candidate will demonstrate knowledge of policies and programs that catalyze the clean energy transition, value collaboration, and be committed to NYSERDA’s mission.
Responsibilities
Participate in teams from NYSERDA, other State agencies, and/or external contractors to advance analytic projects and produce policy and planning reports and roadmaps. The development of major external reports typically includes conducting and managing market and policy research; analyzing and synthesizing data from government, academic, and policy sources; developing and analyzing policy options; soliciting and incorporating stakeholder input; and drafting reports and outreach materials. This role will be responsible for leading project management for complex work groups and assignments that involve organizing multiple activities and collaborators to produce major reports and roadmaps
Support the State Energy Plan, Climate Action Council, and similar processes, providing analytic, policy development, project management, and logistical support and collaborating with other subject-matter experts and stakeholders
Serve as a subject expert and develop NYSERDA’s institutional capacity in one or more designated policy area(s). Perform related analysis, planning, and policy development. Monitor and help NYSERDA stay abreast of strategic trends, including with respect to federal and state government activities
Develop policy briefings, memos, and internal informational resources on policy issues
Collaborate with internal, interagency, and external stakeholders on issues related to energy and climate policy, market barriers and market creation, and the regulatory environment. Develop and maintain professional relationships with such stakeholders. Represent NYSERDA at relevant meetings and events
Provide policy insights and formative advice to shape effective NYSERDA programs
Manage external contractor teams engaged in analysis on behalf of NYSERDA, overseeing the work of contractors including writing statements of work, issuing contracts, managing workplans, evaluating work products, budgeting, and invoicing
Contribute to a team culture of openness and collaboration
Ability to demonstrate respect, equity and inclusive behavior and practices of a diverse workforce and community
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
For Assistant Project Manager (Salary range: $68,660-$93,946):
A Bachelor's degree with excellent academic performance and 3 years of relevant experience
For Project Manager (Salary range: $76,051-$127,474):
A Bachelor's degree with excellent academic performance and 5 years of relevant experience
For Project Manager II (Salary range: $90,931-$127,474):
A Bachelor’s degree with excellent academic performance and 6 years of relevant experience
Subject matter expertise pertaining to one or more sectors of the energy system or the energy transition consistent with the title of the position
Strong skills in critical thinking, quantitative and qualitative research, policy analysis, technical writing, and verbal communication
Project management skills (e.g., developing and managing workplans and budgets, overseeing work products) and time management, organizational, and planning skills to successfully handle multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines with accuracy and good judgment
Ability to work both independently and cross-functionally with other teams, as a team leader and active team member
Ability to navigate sensitive projects with diplomacy and discretion
Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, holding sometimes conflicting perspectives, to seek input and identify common objectives
Demonstrated problem-solving ability, curiosity, resourcefulness, adaptability, and ability to learn and apply new information and tools
Strong work ethic and resolute integrity
Preferred Qualifications:
For Assistant Project Manager: A Master’s/Advanced degree and 1 years of relevant experience, particularly a degree in policy, public or business administration, urban planning, environmental science or engineering, or a related field is preferred
For Project Manager: A Master’s/Advanced degree and 4 years of relevant experience, particularly a degree in policy, public or business administration, urban planning, environmental science or engineering, or a related field is preferred
For Project Manager II: A Master’s /Advanced degree and 5 years of relevant experience, particularly a degree in policy, public or business administration, urban planning, environmental science or engineering, or a related field is preferred
Experience developing major external reports as described in the above primary responsibilities
Experience developing and/or utilizing data from greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions inventories
Familiarity with one or more short-lived climate pollutants – such as hydrofluorocarbons, methane, and anthropogenic black carbon – and options to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from these pollutants
Existing professional relationships with clean energy stakeholders, in New York or nationally
Familiarity with New York’s Climate Act
Asst. Director, Shared Svcs.
Manages REC contract settlements, ensuring data accuracy and efficient use of systems like Salesforce and Jira, while leading a team of operations specialists
Produces key public reports, including the CES Progress Report, by authoring content and ensuring cohesiveness, while also handling funding petitions
Provides strategic leadership for operational improvements, including budget management and collaboration, to optimize performance
About the Company
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, and enable New York’s communities and residents to benefit equitably from energy efficiency and renewable energy.
About the Job
The Large-Scale Renewables (LSR) team seeks a creative, self-motivated and knowledgeable individual with clean energy industry and program operational management experience to join the team as an Assistant Director in the Shared Services and Strategic Initiatives group. The successful candidate will lead a team focused on settling REC purchase contracts with large scale renewable generators, maintaining effective tracking and reporting of all LSR program data and manage LSR team operations including compliance with internal processes and policies and efficient and effective use of business systems such as Salesforce and Jira.
To be successful in this role, communication and writing skills are just as important as program management and operational experience. The Assistant Director will directly contribute to public-facing deliverables such as the annual CES Progress Report, CES Biennial Review, and yearly petitions to the New York State Public Service Commission for administrative funding. Not only will this role provide leadership for the creation of these documents, but the successful candidate will also author significant portions as needed along with ensuring a cohesive narrative throughout and between key program documents.
This role is an exciting opportunity to lead a small team of highly skilled and experienced individuals in a fast-paced operations environment. This team’s work is at the very core of the Clean Energy Standard and ultimately enables the LSR team to succeed in its mission. This is a new role reporting to the LSR Director of Shared Services and Strategic Initiatives and represents an exciting opportunity to provide leadership in critical aspects of the Clean Energy Standard.
Responsibilities
Lead a team of LSR operations specialists, providing guidance, training and support to ensure the team is well-positioned to provide business operations as a service to the larger LSR program team
Oversee the end-to-end process of REC contract settlement ensuring continued accuracy and efficiency
Provide forward-looking strategic leadership to ensure the contract settlement process has the resources and business systems needed to scale commensurate with the increasing number of operating generators in the Large-Scale Renewable program portfolio
Oversee the continued evolution of NYSERDA’s business systems to track and report relevant programmatic data
Provide strategic insights based on data analysis to optimize contract settlements and program performance and further develop tools to monitor key performance indicators
Lead the Large-Scale Renewable program’s routine reporting tasks including the CES Annual Report, OPEN-NY data set and yearly administrative funding petition
Collaborate with Legal, Finance, Contracts and other relevant internal departments to ensure alignment across all deliverables
Work closely with the finance team to establish LSR team budgets, monitor financial performance, and collaborate on quarterly and yearly financial reporting obligations
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and 8 years' experience working actively in one or more areas relating to Large Scale Renewables markets
Degree in Engineering, Data Science, Atmospheric Science, Business Administration or related technical field; and related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience directly related to business process development, database management, real-time data acquisition and screening
Project management and leadership skills including the ability to work as a team member, maintain project timelines and budgets
A demonstrated record in managing multiple diverse and complex activities simultaneously, delivering on commitments, and operating with speed, accuracy, and strong judgment
Ability to quickly identify and drive to the best possible solution when presented with a series of opportunities and constraints
Ability to develop, lead, and coach a team to achieve their potential
Excellent written and oral communication skill, including the ability to build relationships and effectively communicate and influence across all organizational levels
The ability to effectively produce materials Microsoft Word, Excel, Visio, Project, Tableau and PowerPoint
Should be able to present technical presentations to a technical and non-technical business audience
Operate with a high degree of autonomy and accountability
Additional Qualifications:
Knowledge of renewable energy technologies
PMP or similar certification
Preferred: Master's degree and 6 years experience in areas such as: utility operations, energy pricing, energy contracting, renewable electricity generation, renewable energy markets, renewable project development, emissions trading and accounting, and clean energy policy
Sr. Policy Advisor
Drives the Mayor's neighborhood revitalization goals, leading cross-functional project implementation and ensuring community impact
Builds strong relationships, facilitates working groups, and implements authentic resident engagement strategies
Oversees project plans, tracks progress, and serves as a key spokesperson, ensuring alignment with mayoral priorities
About the Company
At the City of Atlanta, we are passionate about building and improving our community. Our police officers, firefighters and building inspectors keep our citizens safe. Our Public Works staff keeps our City clean and helps maintain, build and improve our City’s infrastructure. Our City planners help envision and shape future City growth. Our Parks & Recreation professionals enhance our quality of life.
Our engineers help keep our drinking water clean, the largest airport in the world (by passenger volume) operating and our buildings maintained. Along with the host of Finance, Procurement, and Human Resources professionals whose support is vital, we are the City of Atlanta! If you are seeking a meaningful role where you can make a real difference improving and growing our City, we welcome you to explore the job opportunities we have to offer.
About the Job
The Senior Advisor to the Mayor, Community Revitalization, will work to advance the Mayor’s goals for catalytic revitalization of target disinvested neighborhoods across Atlanta. The Senior Advisor is responsible for leading this initiative, including overseeing project implementation, ensuring the progress and completion of capital projects, building community ownership, and managing key stakeholder relationships. The Senior Advisor must be a master facilitator, working collaboratively and swiftly across multiple departments, agencies, and sectors. A key component of the work is supporting the engagement of numerous working groups that focus the efforts of City departments, external agencies, non-profit and philanthropic organizations, development partners, and neighborhood leaders to implement the program in accordance with community goals.
Responsibilities
Lead the implementation of the high-priority, cross-functional place-based neighborhood revitalization strategy
Build an internal organizational framework and approach to strategy implementation that ensures regular, proactive, and strategic integration of broad mayoral priorities, maximizes community impact, and fully integrates racial equity and community inclusion
Guide the design, implementation, and evaluation of cross-functional initiatives involving multiple City departments and agencies, overseeing working groups, developing and approving project plans and project managers, and tracking collaborative progress
Serve as an expert resource for key internal leaders whose departments are critical implementers of strategy components (e.g., Commissioner of City Planning, Commissioner of Transportation, etc.)
Serve as external spokesperson and surrogate for the Mayor and the Chief Policy Officer relating to this work
Oversee a small team responsible for maintaining master project management/ tracking system for all major projects, programs, and initiatives contained within the strategy
Support other high-priority mayoral programs and initiatives as needed by supplying a unique perspective and familiarity with the perspectives of stakeholder served by the team’s initiatives and using it to evaluate other programs and policies
Develop and implement authentic, frequent community and resident engagement strategies, in and surrounding target neighborhoods, in collaboration with key stakeholders
Manage the ongoing implementation of the initiative’s comprehensive communications plan, in collaboration with key stakeholders
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
Undergraduate or equivalent experience in public policy, urban planning, community development, public administration, or related field
10+ years of progressive experience in a related field
Master’s degree in public policy, urban planning, community development, public administration, or related field with 15+ years of progressive experience is preferred
Equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the required degree on an exception basis
Knowledge & Skills:
Expertise in community development, neighborhood revitalization, community engagement, public administration, racial equity, economic mobility, and/or public policy principles
Extensive experience building public policy and/or cross-sector initiatives, especially relating to neighborhood revitalization, racial equity, and/or community development
Demonstrated experience successfully delivering large-scale, complex projects on time and within budget
Demonstrated success in the development, management, and implementation of major, high visibility, high impact strategic projects involving diverse stakeholders and sometimes competing priorities
Adept facilitator and team leader, with the ability to motivate and hold accountable diverse, cross-functional teams
Ability to work collaboratively to arrive at constructive solutions
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong and synergistic leadership skills
Director, Grants Accounting
Develops and maintains a long-term financial plan, integrating revenue, expenses, and capital expansion for the Department of Aviation
Forecasts financial needs, analyzes risk, directs the annual budgeting process, and provides performance reports to senior management
Manages daily operations, develops organizational structure, and leads staff, ensuring policy application and resource allocation
About the Company
At the City of Atlanta, we are passionate about building and improving our community. Our police officers, firefighters and building inspectors keep our citizens safe. Our Public Works staff keeps our City clean and helps maintain, build and improve our City’s infrastructure. Our City planners help envision and shape future City growth. Our Parks & Recreation professionals enhance our quality of life.
Our engineers help keep our drinking water clean, the largest airport in the world (by passenger volume) operating and our buildings maintained. Along with the host of Finance, Procurement, and Human Resources professionals whose support is vital, we are the City of Atlanta! If you are seeking a meaningful role where you can make a real difference improving and growing our City, we welcome you to explore the job opportunities we have to offer.
About the Job
The Director of Grants Accounting builds and maintains a long term financial plan for DOA that integrates revenue, expense, financing and capital expansion plans into cohesive program. This is a high level of strategic and operations management reporting to a top department executive or a department deputy. Position manages a primary function of the department and recommends operating policy and procedure subject to department executive approval. This level would be expected to manage a varied array of professionals and managers. This is NOT a routine promotional level and the specific justification for classification at this level must be documented.
Responsibilities
Builds and maintains a long term financial plan for DOA that integrates revenue, expense, financing and capital expansion plans into cohesive program
Forecasts and plans for the financial needs of the Airport (Long Range Financial Plan - LRFP)
Analyzes and measures financial risk
Actualizes the plan through budgeting and performance management
Directs and supports the LRFP updates
Directs and supervises the annual budgeting process
Provides reports and presentations to senior management regarding forecasting, planning and budgeting and financial performance
Manages the day to day operations. Creates operating plans, forecasts and reporting systems
Manages the budget preparation, submittal and administration
Develops organizational structure and selects, develops and manages staff
Establishes internal processes, interprets and applies organizational policies
Provides input into policy and strategy
Manages purchasing, inventory, equipment maintenance and other asset related functions and approves purchase/supply orders, expense accounts
May make purchasing or resource allocation decisions within organization guidelines
Applies organizational policies
May interpret organizational policies and recommend exceptions
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field with 8-12 years' of accounting experience and demonstrated management experience
Master's degree in accounting, finance or related field with 5-8 years' of accounting management experience is preferred
Equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the required degree on an exception basis
Knowledge & Skills:
Strong general accounting and GAAP knowledge. Strong knowledge of spreadsheet modeling
In depth knowledge of airport operations
Strong leadership and management skills
Strong planning, organizational and presentation skills
Ability to perform economic analysis and modeling
Knowledge of operating procedures for Microsoft Office, accounting software and other financial databases
Ability to analyze situations or data requiring an in depth knowledge of selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results
Communications Director
Develops and implements a multi-channel strategy, managing communications materials, media relations, and advising the mayor on high-stakes appearances
Leads a team to produce diverse content, ensuring consistent messaging across city operations and managing the mayor's website and social media
Fosters media relationships, pitches stories, coordinates responses to inquiries, and collaborates with departments on crisis communication strategies
About the Company
Since her early days serving Phoenix on the City Council, Kate Gallego has been focused on creating the Phoenix of the future: a welcoming, thriving city with ample high-wage jobs and opportunities for all. As mayor, Kate spends every day focused on getting things done for Phoenix families. The results speak for themselves: Kate brought a historic $65 billion semiconductor manufacturing plant to Phoenix that’s creating thousands of great-paying career paths; she built coalitions to deliver critical improvements to parks, public safety, and city infrastructure; and she is partnering with ASU to build a brand-new medical school in downtown Phoenix. Kate is the second elected woman mayor in Phoenix history and one of the youngest big city mayors in the nation. She graduated from Harvard and holds an MBA from the Wharton School of Business. Though serving Phoenicians keeps her days busy and her heart full, her favorite job is being Michael’s mom.
About the Job
The Communications Director is responsible for overseeing and managing the Mayor's overall communication strategy, including developing and executing internal and external messaging, managing media relations, crafting press releases and written materials, and acting as the office’s primary spokesperson.
Responsibilities
Core responsibilities:
Establish and drive a multi-channel communications strategy across traditional and online media platforms
Prepare and manage communications materials including talking points, opinion columns, and speeches
Manage media relations and develop contacts with journalists, influencers, and community leaders
Prepare and advise the mayor on high-stakes media appearances
Lead a team of press and digital staff to ensure priorities are reaching target audiences; supervise the creation of digital, video, audio and print content
Work cross-functionally with departmental communications staff to ensure consistent messaging throughout City of Phoenix operations and channels
Track engagement across various platforms and make data-driven decisions
Oversee the Mayor’s annual State of the City speech, including acting as the project manager and lead writer of the speech
Oversee the team’s management and maintenance of the mayor’s official website and social media channels
Empower team to create and curate unique, authentic content to ensure timely and relevant updates about her work for Phoenix residents
Monitor online engagement and respond to inquiries or comments as appropriate
Spearheading Communications Strategies:
Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy aligned with the office’s goals and priorities
Work closely with the Mayor's Chief of Staff and policy team to align messaging and branding
Work with departmental staff and external partners to develop compelling stories and foster community engagement through digital platforms, including interactive content when appropriate
Work closely with communications staff in Police, Fire, and other necessary departments to anticipate potential crises, prepare response strategies, and manage real-time communication during emergencies
Continuously evaluate emerging technologies and trends to identify opportunities for improvement
Media Management:
Foster long-term working relationships with local and national reporters and producers
Pitch stories to local and national media on mayoral priorities
Coordinate with necessary staff to ensure timely and accurate responses to incoming inquiries from reporters, whether off the record, on background, or on the record
Qualifications
Strong initiative, assertiveness, and work ethic
Excellent judgment and sound intuition
Interest in public service and care for the people of Phoenix
Impeccable time management skills with the ability to multitask and pivot quickly
Strong writing skills with an eye for clarity and meaning
Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends as necessary
Proficiency with major social media platforms and social media tools
Experience working with members of the media and handling sensitive information with discretion
Design Asst. Director
Leads a team of urban designers in the conception, design, and implementation of public space projects, from improvements to permanent developments
Collaborates with internal city planning teams, external agencies, community members, and private partners to ensure projects align with city plans and priorities
Manages the Public Space Studio, including staff selection, development, budget, and resource allocation, while fostering inclusive design processes
About the Company
The City of Atlanta Department of City Planning (DCP) is committed to implementing Atlanta City Design and transforming Atlanta into the best possible version of itself. Adopted into the city charter in December 2017, Atlanta City Design articulates an aspiration for the future city that Atlantean's can fall in love with, knowing that if people love their city, they will make better decisions about it.
The Office of Design of the Department of City Planning provides leadership for the physical design of the city. It accomplishes this through the design of physical plans for the logical organization of our future city, creation of vibrant public spaces that cultivate public life, and architectural guidance, including preservation, of high-quality buildings that contribute to a cohesive public realm. This work is framed by Atlanta City Design and driven by the desire to design a city for everyone in the most inclusive way possible.
The Atlanta City Studio is the pop-up urban design studio operated by the Office of Design on behalf of the Department of City Planning. The studio’s mission is to provide leadership in the design of our city and the implementation of Atlanta City Design. It accomplishes this through project-specific design leadership and collaboration, educational programming, and inclusive community engagement. The Studio moves to different locations throughout the city to make its work and that of the Department of City Planning as publicly accessible as possible so that residents have an opportunity to play an integral role in the design of our city.
About the Job
The Assistant Director for the Public Space Studio is a senior level urban designer experienced in leading a team of design professionals to conceptualize, research, design, and implement public space projects throughout the city. These public space projects range from the more tactical, including oversight of the Love Our Places program, to permanent and larger improvements. This work is done in close collaboration with the Office of Design’s other teams—the Planning Studio and the Historic Preservation Studio—as well as other offices of the Department of City Planning, other City agencies, community members and leaders, and private sector partners. While this work is done throughout the city, there is also a focus centered around the location of the Atlanta City Studio.
Responsibilities
Champion the need to create exceptional public spaces and experiences in our city using Atlanta City Design as the basis for the projects undertaken
Develop effective and inclusive processes and methodologies by which the Atlanta City Studio undertakes, designs, manages, and implements project work
Collaborate closely with team members in other offices of the Department of City Planning, as well as other departments within the City, to ensure the projects we undertake advance the City’s plans and priorities, and have a pathway towards long-term, permanent implementation
Engage communities and neighborhoods in the design process in a meaningful and equitable way that productively informs design decisions using presentations, workshops, design charrettes, personal meetings, etc.
Provide leadership and mentoring to a team of planners, designers, and other professionals in the design and implementation of public space projects that involve both in-house staff and outside consultant teams
Select, develop, and manage staff for the Public Space Studio for the Office of Design
Develop and manage the budget for the Public Space Studio for the Office of Design
Manage purchasing, inventory, equipment maintenance and other asset related functions and approve purchase/supply orders, expense account for the Public Space Studio for the Office of Design
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in urban design, city and regional planning, architecture, landscape architecture, environmental design, or related field
Five to seven (5-7) years of related experience in private sector or municipal urban design
At least 3 years’ experience managing design or planning professionals
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in urban design, city and regional planning, architecture, landscape architecture, environmental design, or related field
Sr. Budget Analyst
Performs complex budgeting, forecasting, and analysis for the Office of Budget & Fiscal Policy, analyzing budget requests and advising on operational needs
Develops financial concepts for planning and control, conducts financial performance analysis, and plans budget procedures for assigned departments
Assists departments with budget preparation, develops multi-year forecasts, analyzes performance measures, and creates budget monitoring
About the Company
At the City of Atlanta, we are passionate about building and improving our community. Our police officers, firefighters and building inspectors keep our citizens safe. Our Public Works staff keeps our City clean and helps maintain, build and improve our City’s infrastructure. Our City planners help envision and shape future City growth. Our Parks & Recreation professionals enhance our quality of life.
Our engineers help keep our drinking water clean, the largest airport in the world (by passenger volume) operating and our buildings maintained. Along with the host of Finance, Procurement, and Human Resources professionals whose support is vital, we are the City of Atlanta! If you are seeking a meaningful role where you can make a real difference improving and growing our City, we welcome you to explore the job opportunities we have to offer.
About the Job
This position performs complex budgeting, forecasting, and analysis functions of the Office of Budget & Fiscal Policy. The position analyzes budget requests of assigned departments, programs and funds, and acts as a primary source providing advice in the development of operational needs, new initiatives, estimated costs and expenditures needed to finance programs and operations. Works with assigned departments, programs, and funds, in the development of the annual budget; participates in the development and analysis of budget recommendations, appropriations and allocations. Presents budget recommendations to the Budget Director, Deputy Budget Chief, and Budget Chief.
Responsibilities
Develops, interprets and implements financial concepts for financial planning and control
Performs technical analysis to determine present and future financial performance
Plans and carries out budget procedures for one or more departments including monthly monitoring of department expenditures and revenues
Performs monthly, quarterly, and annual variance and budget analysis for financial reports
Assists departments in the preparation of department budgets and budget materials
Reviews and makes recommendations on department budget proposals
Assists in the development of multi-year forecast estimates for department expenditures and revenues
Reviews department performance measures
Develops and maintains budget monitoring models and coordinates production of the formal monitoring report
Provides support and assists with special studies that require data compilation
Analyzes and interprets information in oral and written presentations
Assists in the fiscal evaluation of proposed legislation
Performs ad hoc analysis and collaborates with senior peers on special projects
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in finance, accounting, business administration, or a closely related field
Minimum of 3 years of experience as a budget, finance, policy, and/or management analyst with direct responsibility for budget development, analysis and management.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, public administration or a closely related field
5 years of experience as a budget, finance, policy, and/or management analyst with direct responsibility for budget development, analysis and management
Grant Services Director
Manages the fiscal operations for HUD entitlement programs and other grants, overseeing staff and daily activities, including budget preparation and audit
Administers federal & local grant funds, identifying funding sources, directing the funding process, and collaborating on grant policies and procedures
Oversees fiscal reporting, provides legislative fiscal information, and participates in budget development and the Single Audit process
About the Company
At the City of Atlanta, we are passionate about building and improving our community. Our police officers, firefighters and building inspectors keep our citizens safe. Our Public Works staff keeps our City clean and helps maintain, build and improve our City’s infrastructure. Our City planners help envision and shape future City growth. Our Parks & Recreation professionals enhance our quality of life.
Our engineers help keep our drinking water clean, the largest airport in the world (by passenger volume) operating and our buildings maintained. Along with the host of Finance, Procurement, and Human Resources professionals whose support is vital, we are the City of Atlanta! If you are seeking a meaningful role where you can make a real difference improving and growing our City, we welcome you to explore the job opportunities we have to offer.
About the Job
The Director of Fiscal Operations reports directly to the Deputy Commissioner. The Director provides fiscal management and oversight for the City of Atlanta’s entitlement programs funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and other associated grant programs, including but not limited to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, Home Investment Partnerships Act (HOME) program, Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS (HOPWA), the Emergency Solutions Grant Program (ESG), Healthy Homes Grant, and assists with other non-HUD grants.
This is a fully seasoned managerial level charged with responsibility for specialized functions within the department. The position manages a group of employees, typically with an intermediate supervisor, or a smaller group of specialized professional employees. Areas of responsibility are typically unique within the department.
Responsibilities
Administers day-to-day fiscal operations, supervises Fiscal Managers, Assistant Managers (Leads), Financial Analysts, and Administrative Support Staff
Oversees delegation and coordination of staff assignments including preparation of operating budgets, reporting, cost allocations, managing expenses, and ensuring appropriate financial audit controls
Oversees the fiscal administration of federal and local grant funds provided for community development, including Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Housing Opportunity for Persons with AIDS(HOPWA), Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP), HOME, Emergency Solutions, Healthy Homes Grant, and other housing and community development programs within the City of Atlanta
Identifies and evaluates funding sources; directs the funding process for federal and state grants; works closely with the DGCD Program Operations and Compliance Directors to develop policies and procedures to govern grants and grant-funded programs
Develops, coordinates, and/or assists with internal City staff for the City’s HUD Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plans, CAPER, HUD monitoring, and other HUD-required activities and reports
Plans, administers, and oversees the City’s fiscal reports of Entitlement programs via Oracle and IDIS
Provides fiscal information and review of proposed legislation
Participates in the development of department budget: reviews previous year's expenditures, and determines budgetary needs for staffing, supplies, equipment, services, and/or capital improvements; confers with Commissioner and Directors to monitor expenditures for budget compliance
Reviews and approves staff expenses prior to submission for payment
Assists with the City’s bi-annual Single Audit process
Actively hosts and participates in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings with coordination between the Office of Program Operations and the Office of Entitlement and Competitive Compliance
Attends Management Team retreats and trainings
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in business administration, public administration, public policy, or a related field required
Five years of experience in planning and administering community development programs including administering HUD programs: HOME, CDBG, ESG, HOPWA
Project management experience with five years of supervisory experience
OR any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in public administration, planning, business administration, economics, or a related field
Professional certifications related to Housing and Urban Development regulations and HUD-recognized financial systems are preferred including HUD Certification, Certified Public Management (CPM), and/or Program Management (PM)
Experience leading transformative housing initiatives
Sr. Employee Rel. Specialist
Provides consultation on labor and employee relations to HR business partners and Centers of Excellence, ensuring compliance with policies, city code, and laws
Conducts impartial investigations of employee complaints and grievances, drafts reports, and counsels HR and management on appropriate actions
Supports MOU administration with unions, coordinates ethics hotline investigations, responds to EEOC charges, and develops/delivers training
About the Company
At the City of Atlanta, we are passionate about building and improving our community. Our police officers, firefighters and building inspectors keep our citizens safe. Our Public Works staff keeps our City clean and helps maintain, build and improve our City’s infrastructure. Our City planners help envision and shape future City growth. Our Parks & Recreation professionals enhance our quality of life.
Our engineers help keep our drinking water clean, the largest airport in the world (by passenger volume) operating and our buildings maintained. Along with the host of Finance, Procurement, and Human Resources professionals whose support is vital, we are the City of Atlanta! If you are seeking a meaningful role where you can make a real difference improving and growing our City, we welcome you to explore the job opportunities we have to offer.
About the Job
The Employee Relations Specialist, Senior provides advice and consultation to HR business partners and Centers of Excellence in the areas of labor and employee relations. Supervision is received under the leadership of the Labor & Employee Relations Director.
Responsibilities
Works with HR business partners, managers, and employees to identify and resolve employee issues in a manner consistent with policies, City Code, state and federal law
Conducts administrative investigations, drafts report findings, counsels HR and management partners on subsequent actions
Serves as an impartial third-party to review employee complaints and grievances beyond the assigned departmental chain of command
Supports the OLER Director in advising managers and HR partners on the administration of MOUs with unions, and actively participates in maintaining a positive and collaborative relationship with unions
Coordinates ethics hotline investigations
Responds to EEOC charges; registering complaints, collecting information, conducting investigations as needed, preparing position statement responses
Collaborates proactively with HR partners to drive a positive employee relations climate at all City of Atlanta locations
Identifies opportunities for improvement and collaborates with HR partners in the implementation of improvements
Develops and delivers training on a range of topics in support of Labor & Employee Relations and Diversity & Inclusion programs (discrimination/harassment prevention, performance management, communication, conflict resolution) and other modules geared toward proactively improving relationships between employees
May provide general guidance and assistance to Employee Relations Specialist
May perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, or related field
Three (3) or more years’ experience conducting workplace investigations and writing comprehensive investigative reports
Two (2) or more years’ experience providing consultation to managers and/or supervisors on appropriate interpretation of organizational policy and procedures in the areas of employee/management relations
Preferred Qualifications:
Human Resources Licensures and Certifications
AC, Project Finance
Directs and manages the Project Development section, overseeing loan program production and closings for all DHCD development projects
Conducts high-level financial analysis, underwrites development proposals, and coordinates loan activities with various city funding sources
Supervises staff (underwriters, compliance officers, etc.), provides technical assistance, and liaises with attorneys and funding agencies
About the Company
Baltimore is the largest city in the U.S. state of Maryland, and the 29th-most populous city in the country. It was established by the Constitution of Maryland and is not part of any county; thus, it is the largest independent city in the United States. Baltimore has more public monuments than any other city per capita in the country and is home to some of the earliest National Register historic districts in the nation, including Fell's Point (1969), Federal Hill (1970) and Mount Vernon Place (1971). More than 65,000 properties, or roughly one in three buildings in the city, are listed on the National Register, more than any other city in the nation.
The Baltimore City Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) was created in 1968 to consolidate local community development efforts with housing and building code enforcement. With over 400 employees, DHCD strengthens City neighborhoods by attracting investors, developers, and homebuyers. Through the administration of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Home funds, City bond funds, and other creative financing mechanisms, DHCD’s finances and guides strategic development projects to meet housing and neighborhood needs. To hold property owners accountable and keep neighborhoods safe, DHCD monitors construction and building activity and enforces the City's building, fire, zoning and related codes, as well as provides energy conservation services.
About the Job
The Assistant Commissioner of Project Finance within the Development Division is responsible for directing and managing the activities of the Project Development section relating to the coordination loan program production and loan closing for all DHCD development projects. Supervises staff engaged in compliance and inspection including evaluating the performance of, disciplining and recommending promotion, hiring and firing of such personnel. Work of this class involves managing real estate development officers, underwriters, project compliance officers, project coordinators, administrative staff and inspection personnel. The incumbent reports to the Deputy Commissioner of the Development division.
Responsibilities
Conducts detailed, high-level financial analysis; prepares development options and strategies, determines financial feasibility, as well as underwrites and assesses development proposals and develop recommendations
Coordinates loan program activities and loan closing for development projects with City funding, such as, Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), Affordable Housing Trust Funds (AHTF), Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Community Development BOND funds, Section 108, Rental Housing Production (RHP), Taxable Bonds, and Syndication of 9% and 4% Low Income Tax Credits
Evaluates the performance of staff (underwrites, project compliance officers, project coordinators, administrative staff and inspection personnel); disciplines and recommends the promotion, hiring and firing of such personnel
Provides technical assistance to staff on underwriting, development loan packaging and approval processes of loan transactions. Supervises the closing of all agreements associated with project pre-development, development and post-development funding and financing for new construction and/or renovation of residential multi-family and public facilities and other community development activities
Advises applicants on borrowing and development and assists them in the city development process
Establishes and maintains liaison with attorneys, funding agencies such as the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, State of Maryland, Baltimore Community Lending (BCL), and the City of Baltimore—Finance Department on specific transactions and projects
Develops procedures according to policies to ensure compliance with State, Federal and Local law; implements new financing techniques. Supervises the preparation of narrative statistical analysis, track reports for DHCD, the City, State and other entities
Meets with private industry developers and non-profit organizations to garner support for publicly funded developments
Participates in panel discussions on resale or reuse of City owned
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s degree in business administration, Public Administration, Management, Law or related field from an accredited college or university
At least six (6) years of senior management, policy-driven operational responsibilities, including 3 years of experience managing homogeneous functions of subordinate supervisors is required
OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge & Skills:
Knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of business and public administration
Knowledge of the principles and practices of financial analysis and of construction lending and underwriting
Knowledge of research techniques and methodologies
Knowledge of the principles and practices of real estate development
Knowledge of organizational structure, staffing patterns and administrative controls
Knowledge of general principles, practices and techniques of urban development, urban renewal, particularly those relating to acquisition, disposition and management of real property
Ability to synthesize data from a wide variety of sources and construct complex statistical reports
Ability to communicate effectively and to present research results orally and in writing
Ability to interpret, explain and implement Federal, State and private financial institutions’ policies pertaining to loans and development financing
Ability to plan, organize, direct the work of others and develop operational programs and procedures
Ability to speak and testify effectively before governmental and legal bodies and commissions and community and business groups
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with city officials, community and business groups
Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting departmental policies, laws, rules, regulations and procedures
Ability to develop and install program procedures
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, staff of other agencies and the general public
Skill in the analysis and evaluation of development proposals
Commissioner of Health
Oversees public health clinics & programs, addressing diseases, chronic conditions, and health disparities through prevention, treatment, and outreach
Leads public health emergency response, chairs key coalitions, and serves on various boards, shaping health policy and program development
Advises the Mayor as a Cabinet member and health expert, collaborating with agencies, testifying on health issues, and acting as spokesperson
About the Company
Baltimore is the largest city in the U.S. state of Maryland, and the 29th-most populous city in the country. It was established by the Constitution of Maryland and is not part of any county; thus, it is the largest independent city in the United States. Baltimore has more public monuments than any other city per capita in the country and is home to some of the earliest National Register historic districts in the nation, including Fell's Point (1969), Federal Hill (1970) and Mount Vernon Place (1971). More than 65,000 properties, or roughly one in three buildings in the city, are listed on the National Register, more than any other city in the nation.
The Baltimore City Health Department is the oldest, continuously-operating health department in the United States, formed in 1793 when the governor appointed the city’s first health officers in response to a yellow fever outbreak in the Fells Point neighborhood. During the more than 220 years since then, we’ve been working to improve the health and well-being of Baltimore residents. We strive to make Baltimore City a city where all residents realize their full health potential.
About the Job
Mayor Brandon Scott and the City of Baltimore seek their next Commissioner of Health. The Commissioner of Health leads the oldest continuously operating health department in the United States and provides essential leadership to make Baltimore a healthier and more equitable city for the benefit of all the city’s residents.
Responsibilities
Oversees two public health clinics for the treatment of HIV, Hepatitis C, TB, and other sexually transmitted infections; a diagnostic lab; HIV and STI prevention; immunizations; dental services; and acute and communicable disease monitoring and investigation
Serves as incident commander for public health emergencies, including emerging/infectious disease outbreaks such as COVID and MPX
Serves as chair of the Local Health Improvement Coalition (LHIC), a multisector stakeholder group charged with creating the City’s public health agenda
Serves as chair of the City’s Child Fatality Review (CFR) team, a multidisciplinary stakeholder group charged with making policy and programmatic recommendations to reduce child fatalities in Baltimore City
Serves as ex-officio chair of the board of the local behavioral health authority, Behavioral Health System Baltimore (BHSB)
Serves as a member on the board of the Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS), Family League of Baltimore, Baltimore City Healthy Start, and Baltimore’s Promise, and as part of other advisory boards and commissions including the Postmortem Examiners Commission (PMEC) and Maryland Association of County Health Officers (MACHO)
Directs programs aimed at addressing health disparities, improving health outcomes for children, youth, and families, youth violence prevention, environmental health, substance use disorder, school health, and chronic disease prevention
Directs programs that deliver services to older adults, their families, and caregivers in the City of Baltimore
Plans, develops, and implements public health policies and programs, including the recommendation of new legislation and policy initiatives using a Health in All Policies approach
Provides expert testimony and guidance to other agencies, city council, state legislature, and federal delegation on a wide variety of public health issues
Serves as lead spokesperson on health issues with news media
Serves as a member of the Mayor’s Cabinet and as the lead health adviser to the Mayor
Co-chairs the Restitution Advisory Board and plays a central role in the city’s effort to reduce substance abuse and overdose
Leads production of a BCHD annual report
Serves as primary City liaison with the Maryland Department of Health, representing BCHD and the City
Serves as primary liaison with City-based healthcare facilities including hospitals, academic medical centers, federally qualified health centers, and MCOs
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
Educational requirements include a (1) MD or DO or (2) doctoral public health degree or (3) DRNP degree or (4) Master’s public health combined with a law, business, or nursing degree
Equivalent relevant education may be considered
A minimum of five years in a senior management role overseeing direct reports is essential, along with exceptional emotional intelligence, strong administrative, delegation, communication, project management, budgeting and grant writing skills
Government experience is preferred but not required
Knowledge & Skills:
Strong oral and written communication skills along with cultural humility and the ability to navigate complexity are essential
Comfort with being highly visible and actively engaging residents and local organizations
Experience managing program budgets and grants, leading teams with compassion, and delivering high-level presentations
Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically on public health issues
Coordinator, P'ships & Events
Manages a portfolio of member engagement events, overseeing logistics, RSVPs, and on-site execution to meet member policy needs
Supports the growth and execution of complex partnerships, collaborating with internal teams to integrate event, content, and digital elements
Assists with sponsorship management for flagship events, creating marketing materials, delivering ROI reports, and providing admin support to the department
About the Company
If you are passionate about the ability of American business to improve lives, solve problems, and strengthen society, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the place for you. As the world’s largest business organization, we believe in building a future that gives everyone the opportunity to pursue a better tomorrow. We make it our job today–and every day–to build the strongest relationships possible among the American people, business leaders, and elected officials in Washington, D.C., state capitals, and countries around the globe. For them and the businesses we represent, the U.S. Chamber is a trusted advocate and partner.
We are driven by the pursuit of innovation and partnership and hold ourselves to the highest standards. Our commitment to our members is matched only by our commitment to our employees. As part of our team, we will support your long-term career development while delivering relevant learning opportunities. We will empower you to lead, develop deep expertise, and find new approaches to solving the toughest challenges.
About the Job
The U.S. Chamber's Member Relations and Global Partnerships team works directly with heads of Government Relations, chief marketing officers (CMOs), and chief communications officers (CCOs) to host events that serve our members’ policy needs and build bespoke partnerships to illuminate the brands’ reputational and growth goals.
We are seeking an entrepreneurial, detail-oriented, and highly organized individual to join our team as a coordinator and support the development, execution, and growth of events, audience curation, and partnership/sponsorship program elements. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess exceptional client service skills, and demonstrate a proactive approach to managing multiple priorities.
Responsibilities
Directly manage a portfolio of member engagement receptions, salons, and roundtables, overseeing logistics, tracking RSVPs, and leading on-site execution
Support the growth and delivery of marquee, multifaceted partnerships, spanning event, content, and digital elements and working in collaboration with internal events, editorial, digital, and communications teams
Support the sponsorship management and execution for Chamber flagship, tentpole events, including building marketing materials and delivering ROI recaps
Provide regular updates and reports to internal and external stakeholders, highlighting progress, results, and opportunities for improvement
Schedule and coordinate external meetings, compile briefing materials, and draft and manage follow-up
Provide administrative support to the department and department leadership as needed
Be a generous team contributor
Perform other projects and duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and 1+ years of relevant events and/or sponsor/client management experience preferred
An entrepreneurial spirit and a track record showing initiative and ownership of work
Outstanding verbal and written communication and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate with senior leaders with confidence and grace
Strong client service ethic
Meticulous attention to detail and superior organization
Ability to manage complex and fast-changing portfolios of work and prioritize effectively in response
An interest in policy and politics with the willingness and proactiveness to understand and learn the Chamber’s work and value
Experience using a CRM, such as Salesforce
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, notably Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Sr. Director, Operations
Oversees operations for the Strategic Advocacy Department, managing budgets, contracts, workflows, and the CPO's schedule to maximize efficiency
Leads and contributes to policy research, developing briefs, reports, and memos while ensuring accuracy and relevance of all departmental outputs
Facilitates cross-functional collaboration, acting as a liaison between teams and the CPO to drive alignment on shared goals and initiatives
About the Company
If you are passionate about the ability of American business to improve lives, solve problems, and strengthen society, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the place for you. As the world’s largest business organization, we believe in building a future that gives everyone the opportunity to pursue a better tomorrow. We make it our job today–and every day–to build the strongest relationships possible among the American people, business leaders, and elected officials in Washington, D.C., state capitals, and countries around the globe. For them and the businesses we represent, the U.S. Chamber is a trusted advocate and partner.
We are driven by the pursuit of innovation and partnership and hold ourselves to the highest standards. Our commitment to our members is matched only by our commitment to our employees. As part of our team, we will support your long-term career development while delivering relevant learning opportunities. We will empower you to lead, develop deep expertise, and find new approaches to solving the toughest challenges.
About the Job
The Senior Director of Operations to the Chief Policy Officer (CPO) is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring operational efficiency, organizational effectiveness, and seamless execution of priorities across the Strategic Advocacy Department. This individual will oversee high-level operations, manage projects, and contribute to the development of policy initiatives and deliverables. Acting as a trusted adviser to the CPO, the senior director will play a pivotal role in driving collaboration across teams, tracking progress on key initiatives, and ensuring that the department’s outputs are timely, accurate, and impactful.
The ideal candidate is a highly organized, detail-oriented professional with a strong background in research briefs, operations, and leadership. The candidate must possess excellent communication skills, the ability to manage complex projects, and a proactive mindset to balance strategic priorities with day-to-day execution. This role requires a dynamic person who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to advancing the organization’s mission.
Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
Oversee the Strategic Advocacy Department’s operations, including managing contracts, budgets, and workflows to ensure efficiency and effectiveness
Serve as the primary point of contact for operational matters, resolving issues promptly and effectively
Working with his executive assistant, analyze and manage the CPO’s schedule, priorities, and communications to ensure focus on high-impact activities
Prepare briefing materials, research summaries, and presentations for internal and external meetings
Track and monitor projects, initiatives, and deliverables to ensure that deadlines are met and goals are achieved
Research and Policy Support
Lead and contribute to developing policy briefs, reports, and other deliverables that align with the CPO’s priorities
Conduct research and draft memos on key areas, synthesizing findings into actionable insights
Ensure the accuracy, relevance, and timeliness of all outputs produced by the Policy teams
Stay informed on emerging policy issues, research methodologies, and best practices to enhance the department’s work
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Facilitate collaboration between the Policy teams and other teams across the organization to ensure alignment on shared goals and initiatives
Lead or support cross-functional campaigns, initiatives, and projects, driving coordination and accountability among stakeholders
Act as a liaison between the CPO and other teams to ensure clear communication, alignment, and follow-through on priorities
Qualifications
Bachelor’s advanced degree (e.g., M.A., M.P.A., J.D., or Ph.D.) in public policy, political science, economics, or a related field strongly preferred
10+ years of experience in research, policy analysis, or a related field with at least 5 years in a leadership role
Demonstrated experience managing teams, initiatives, and projects
Experience working in policy, government, advocacy, or a mission-driven organization is highly desirable
Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable insights
Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams and initiatives simultaneously, ensuring quality and timeliness
Exceptional organization and time management and a keen eye for detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to present research findings to diverse audiences
Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability
Executive Director
Leads Portland's economic & urban development agency, overseeing all strategies, programs, and operations to drive economic growth and opportunity
Implements the city's economic dev. plan, focusing on job creation, business retention and expansion, and attracting businesses to target industry clusters
Directs real estate dev. and tax increment revenue investments to support transformational projects, vibrant districts, and access to financial resources for businesses
About the Company
Prosper Portland is dedicated to creating economic growth and opportunity for Portland based on four cornerstones: propelling inclusive job growth and innovation, promoting equitable wealth creation, fostering a vibrant central city and commercial districts, and connecting Portlanders to high quality jobs in future-ready sectors. To support that work, we seek to maintain an equitable, innovative, financially sustainable agency.
About the Job
The Executive Director, at the direction of the Prosper Portland Board of Commissioners, leads Portland’s economic and urban development agency. This position oversees the development, implementation, and evaluation of the agency’s strategic priorities and stewards the agency’s financial and personnel resources in a manner that reflects the agency’s values, honors the public trust, and leads the agency into the future and the next phase of tax increment investment in the city.
The Executive Director heads the agency and oversees all strategies, programs, and operations, ensuring a results-based view of the impact invested resources. As an unofficial member of the City of Portland’s Community & Economic Development service area leadership team, the Executive Director also serves as the agency ambassador and representative to the public and throughout the world. This position leads Prosper Portland’s Executive Team with thoughtful leadership, an unwavering commitment to closing racial disparities, and works with partners across the agency and throughout the region to support inclusive development and economic growth.
Responsibilities
Develops strategies for and oversees the agency’s operations, including programmatic, financial, budgetary, policy, and legal matters that advance the agency’s mission to create economic growth and opportunity
Leads implementation of the City’s economic development plan, Advance Portland
Provides strategic direction and oversight of economic development functions to drive quality jobcreation, deliver the City’s traded sector business retention, expansion and recruitment activities, and positions the city as a competitive and business location with an emphasis on target industry clusters, inclusive growth, and small business support
Provides strategic direction and oversight of real estate development and agency investments of tax increment revenue in order to support: transformational projects, healthy, inclusive, and vibrant districts; access to financial resources for business and property owners; and an innovative, financially sustainable agency
Ensures advancement of redevelopment projects, district-scale public-private partnerships, loan and grant programs, asset management, and infrastructure investments to support a thriving city
Provides strategic direction and oversight of internal administrative services and operations to support an effective organization through robust policies and procedures; competent fiscal management; budget preparation and oversight; procurement of goods and services; risk management; human resources and labor relations; information technology systems; records management; and related compliance
Oversees and supports a diverse, highly motivated, and primarily represented workforce, and an inclusive and collaborative workplace. Leads, empowers, and mentors direct reports; leads agency in a collaborative manner; manages direct reports’ performance; supports staff development across the agency, and unlocks their innovative potential
Oversees and implements plan for the long-term future and financial sustainability of the agency. Monitors agency financials, outcomes, and performance metrics to ensure accountability and effective management of resources
Directs, leads and accounts for internal and external equity goals; serves as a member and champion of the Prosper Portland’s Equity Council. Cultivates authentic relationships with community members and private sector partners to ensure inclusive and transparent public engagement and access in Prosper Portland’s projects and programs
Defines, strengthens, and invests in local and national strategic partnerships that enhance the impact of the agency’s work e.g., city, regional, and state agencies; elected officials; city directors; and business and community associations. Serves as the agency ambassador and represents Prosper Portland on committees, tasks forces, press and public relations matters, at events, and with other organizations
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Ten years of experience in public administration management, public policy, redevelopment, economic development, or equivalent experience
A minimum of five years of management experience in a relevant field, including comparable private sector experience
Demonstrated success advancing racial equity within community development, public/private partnerships, public policy, or equivalent field
Relevant private sector experience preferred
Experience raising investment capital preferred
Deputy Director, MRA
Coordinates a wide range of departmental programs and activities, including policy development, economic initiatives, and environmental health programs
Provides expert advice and support to all levels of staff, analyzes goals and challenges, and recommends solutions
Ensures effective communication and collaboration with the department, other agencies, and external stakeholders to achieve departmental objectives
About the Company
Anyone can apply. However, to qualify for the position the minimum education and experience required for the position must be met. All advertisements will list the level of education, experience required for the position under the section "Minimum Requirements" of the advertisement. Qualifications are the primary consideration in filling any position. Experience, education, training, skills and other abilities as well as specific position requirements and the prior employment history of the applicant will be considered in appraising individual qualifications. Applicants will be qualified based upon the information presented with their application. Employees terminated for cause from the City of Albuquerque will not be considered for re-employment. At the time of hire, the selected applicant will be required to provide documentation in accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Applicants must be citizens of the United States or possess a valid resident visa.
About the Job
The Deputy Director of the Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency will direct, manage, oversee, coordinate and supervise a wide range of programs and activities within the assigned department; oversee and execute policy evaluation and development; economic development; environmental health programs; act as an internal consultant and advisor to all levels of management, supervisors and or staff by understanding goals, issues and needs; coordinate assigned activities with other divisions, department, outside agencies and other stake-holders and provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Director of assigned department.
Responsibilities
Plan, organize, direct and coordinate the work of lower-level staff
Interpret, explain and enforce departmental policies, procedures and applicable ordinances, codes and regulations
Select, supervise, train and evaluate staff
Coordinate division activities and programs with outside agencies and divisions
Meet programmatic and regulatory requirements and deadlines
Analyze and assess programs, policies and operational needs and make appropriate adjustments
Identify and respond to sensitive community and organizational issues, concerns and needs
Participate in the development and administration of department goals, objectives and procedures
Prepare and administer large and complex budgets
Prepare administrative and financial reports
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions; project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals
Research, analyze and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques
Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations
Communicate clearly and concisely
Respond to questions and concerns from City employees and the public
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Public Administration, Operations Management, or related field
Nine (9) years of managerial experience in any combination of the following areas: Business administration, or public administration
Six (6) years of supervisory experience
Possession of a New Mexico Driver's License (Class D), or the ability to obtain by date of hire
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire
Preferred Knowledge
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Public Administration, Operations Management, or related field
Principles and practices of program development and administration
Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations
Methods and techniques of enforcing applicable codes and ordinances
Methods and techniques of research and analysis
Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation
Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration
Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluations
Modern office procedures, methods and equipment including computers
Principles and practices of performance measurement and assessment