Description

Job Summary

The NYS Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) at the Golisano Institute for Sustainability at Rochester Institute of Technology is seeking an Associate Director who will oversee, guide and help implement the various institute technical programs that provide hands-on pollution prevention (P2) technical assistance to industry in a variety of sectors, help accelerate green technology to market, and provide sustainable supply chain assistance to New York state companies.

Reporting to the NYSP2I director, the Associate Director will oversee the Institute's technical programs, ensuring their strategic direction and implementation deliver measurable results in support of the Institute's mission. This position will lead a team of engineers, scientists, and program managers. The Associate Director will respond to requests from the director to provide data related to programs and to support strategic decisions. Responsibilities will also include managing and mentoring staff, ideating solutions, overseeing and conducting applied research and development projects, as well as seeking supplemental funding from state and federal entities to support these efforts.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to technical staff in opportunity identification and project scope development for company projects; review project scopes of work and budgets; review technical reports and case studies. May lead or participate as a technical resource on applied research/assistance projects.
• Supervise/manage a team of engineers, scientists, and program managers, including hiring, performance management, disciplinary actions, goal setting, training, and delegation of work. Develop organizational capacity in the Institute's focus areas; mentor staff.
• The NYSP2I Associate Director will leverage their comprehensive understanding of internal and industry standards and principles to identify and resolve complex multi-dimensional business and technical problems. The NYSP2I Associate Director sets priorities, allocates resources, and develops plans, and is accountable for the performance and results of multiple related teams.
• Respond to requests from the director to provide data related to programs and to support strategic decisions.
• Oversee program management and execution, assist with setting metrics targets, and oversee metrics collection, track and report progress to the institute director.
• Build strategic relationships with industry, trade organizations, university and MEP partners, and other key stakeholders; represent the Institute at conferences and events.
• Develop project concepts in response to environmental challenges impacting NYS and write grant proposals seeking project funding.
• In consultation with the NYS sponsor and the NYSP2I director, co-develop the direction of the Institute based on an assessment of current and expected environmental challenges and their relative impact; work with the NYSP2I program administrator and director to develop the annual NYSP2I work plan and metrics goals.
• Collaborate with the larger Golisano Institute for Sustainability organization on special projects and initiatives

Required Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• A minimum of 10 years related work experience is required, including a minimum of 5 years of experience in a technical P2 position or a technical role in a clean tech/sustainable technology environment
• Must have a minimum of 8 years of experience in a leadership role with supervisory responsibility, managing direct reports
• Experience in a manufacturing environment; expert-level knowledge in manufacturing processes
• Experience with technical proposal development and securing grant funding
• Must have experience conducting and managing applied or use-inspired research projects

Skills:

• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering, environmental science, sustainability or clean energy
• Strong technical writing skills
• Highly motivated and self-directed
• Experience forming and building relationships with stakeholders
• Ability to think creatively, solve complex problems, proactively adapt to changing environment, act decisively, and inspire and mentor others
• Strong project/program management skills
• Strong communication skills at all levels, including individual contributors through C-suite
• Ability to identify opportunities, set short and long-term program goals/metrics and develop a strategic approach to meet them; ability to coach others to do the same

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a technical field of study required (i.e.engineering, chemistry, environmental studies, sustainability, or related fields) or related field.

• Experience working with state and/or federal funding and contracting processes
• Experience with technology commercialization or green tech incubation.
• Familiarity with NYS DEC regulations and environmental initiatives.

Department/College Description

The New York State Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) is a statewide technology development, transfer, and assistance center whose mission is to make New York state more environmentally sustainable for businesses, workers, and the public through more efficient use of raw materials, energy and water, and reductions in toxic chemical use, emissions to the environment and waste generation. NYSP2I is an integrated program of several major elements: direct technical assistance to industry and organizations; research, development, and diffusion; outreach; professional training; a community grants program; and academic educational program development. NYSP2I also focuses on the acceleration of green technologies and greening of the supply chain. NYSP2I is led by Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) and is a partnership between RIT, Clarkson University, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Cornell University, Binghamton University and the New York Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP).

How To Apply

In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.

Additional Details

In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to [email protected]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.