The CPA 3 will serve as chief of the Bureau of Adaptation and Community Engagement in the Office of Climate Change managing the teams implementing climate change adaptation initiatives and driving municipal action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to a changing climate through the Climate Smart Communities (CSC) program.
Key duties include:
Implementation of the Community Risk and Resiliency Act (CRRA), Executive and statutory directives related to adaptation, ensuring compliance with the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, and ensuring the success of the CSC program.
The CPA 3 will provide leadership in developing and implementing climate adaptation programs, including the state adaptation and resilience plan and Extreme Heat Action Plan.
Tasks will include:
• providing strategic direction to staff, management of contractors and researchers,
• evaluation of technical information in climate change mitigation and adaptation,
• advising DEC divisions on implementation of CRRA, maximizing the effectiveness of the CSC program, and
• representing DEC on numerous interagency and interstate committees.
The CPA 3 may lead internal project teams, coordinate interactions with other state agencies and stakeholders, conduct analyses, and draft or review reports.
The CPA 3 will apply knowledge, skills and aptitude in such areas as climate science, ecosystem management, government operations, policy development, project management, contract management, economic analyses, supervision, and written and oral communication to support development and application of policy and resources to achieve Office of Climate Change goals and objectives.
Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree in atmospheric science, biology, chemistry, engineering, coastal resources management, communications, ecology, economics, ecosystem management, environmental health, environmental science, environmental studies, forestry, geography, geology, hydrology, marine science, meteorology, natural resources, natural science, physical science, physics, planning, public administration, public policy, public policy and management, science, technology and society, science and technology, sustainability, transportation planning, wildlife science, or zoology and four years of professional experience in the establishment of environmental policy; preparing, implementing, or reviewing climate relevant policies, plans, projects, regulations or environmental impact statements; preparing climate-relevant materials involving environmental matters; or professional testimony for use in hearings or trials involving environmental matters; or preparing environmental analysis of climate change issues.
A Juris Doctor, master’s or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.
