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NYSERDA

Analyst, Strategy

Join NYSERDA in New York City as an Analyst on the Strategy team. Support strategic planning, reporting, and research to advance clean energy goals. Benefit from a dynamic work environment and opportunities to collaborate across teams driving sustainable innovation.
NYSERDA
NYSERDA
New York, NY, United States On-site Full time USD 78k–108k yearly UTC-05:00

NYSERDA

Company Overview

NYSERDA (New York State Energy Research and Development Authority)

Albany, NY, United States

1975

Approximately 330 employees (source: wikipedia.org). Fiscal year budget nearing $2 billion in 2023 (source: cresa.com).

What They Do

NYSERDA focuses on advancing energy efficiency and renewable energy initiatives across New York State. Its core technology areas include energy efficiency, renewable energy sources such as solar and community solar, environmental research, and energy technology development. The organization plays a pivotal role in market development and workforce training, ensuring that clean energy solutions are accessible to all sectors, including residential, commercial, industrial, and transportation (source: wikipedia.org). NYSERDA provides objective information, technical expertise, and funding to promote the adoption of renewable energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, thereby creating clean energy jobs (source: ase.org). Its target markets include residents, businesses, low-income households, and municipalities, all benefiting from equitable access to clean energy solutions through its green bank initiatives (source: youtube.com). As a state authority, NYSERDA distinguishes itself through its leadership in program administration and partnerships that catalyze growth in the clean energy sector (source: wikipedia.org).

Projects & Track Record

While specific project details are not extensively documented, NYSERDA has a rich history of pioneering energy research and development since its inception in the 1970s. It has been instrumental in creating the largest community solar market in the nation and establishing the largest green bank dedicated to supporting clean energy investments across New York (source: youtube.com). NYSERDA's ongoing initiatives focus on developing efficient technologies and solutions to reduce emissions, particularly in response to current climate challenges and economic pressures (source: ase.org). The organization collaborates with a diverse range of clients, including residents, businesses, and governmental entities, to implement programs that enhance energy efficiency and promote renewable energy adoption (source: wikipedia.org). Its geographic focus remains strictly within New York State, with no current plans for expansion beyond this area (source: wikipedia.org).

Recent Developments

In 2025, NYSERDA celebrated its 50th anniversary, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to clean energy transformation (source: youtube.com). Recently, the organization announced plans to sell its headquarters at 17 Columbia Circle for $4.05 million, as it seeks to relocate to a larger, consolidated space of approximately 90,000 square feet in the Albany area to accommodate its growth (source: cresa.com). Despite the absence of major contracts or acquisitions in the last two years, NYSERDA's nearly $2 billion fiscal year budget reflects its substantial operational scale and ongoing commitment to energy innovation (source: cresa.com). Leadership remains stable under Doreen Harris, who has served as President and CEO since April 2021 (source: wikipedia.org).

Working There

NYSERDA offers a variety of roles focused on energy and environmental research and development, program administration, and technology development. The organization employs approximately 200 staff at its Albany headquarters, with additional personnel in regional offices located in New York City, Buffalo, and West Valley (source: wikipedia.org). Job seekers can find opportunities across multiple sectors, including residential and commercial energy efficiency, transportation, and emergency planning (source: ase.org). The culture at NYSERDA emphasizes collaboration, public interest, and objective expertise, reflecting its mission-driven focus as a public benefit corporation (source: wikipedia.org). While specific employee benefits are not detailed, the organization’s scale and budget support a stable work environment within a trusted state entity (source: cresa.com).


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Job Description

NYGB is seeking a highly motivated individual who is enthusiastic about clean energy and possesses excellent project management, communication, and analytical thinking skills to work in the critical role of Analyst on the Strategy, Impact, and Communications (SIC) Team. The individual will work closely with the SIC team to support the full range of day-to-day activities with an emphasis on the Strategy function, including strategic planning, internal and external reporting, and research initiatives. This individual will also work with teams across NYGB and NYSERDA, including Legal & Regulatory Affairs, Investment & Portfolio Management, Business Development & Innovation, and Finance & Operations. This position will be based in New York City and report to the Managing Director, Strategy, Impact, & Communications.

Primary Responsibilities

Successful candidate is expected to:

  • Support NYGB's strategic planning processes, including organization-wide goal setting and developing Annual Business Plans
  • Monitor and report on NYGB's progress toward annual goals and/or other key objectives and deliverables
  • Manage regular and ad-hoc external reporting activities, including presentations to NYGB's Advisory Committee and the NYSERDA Board of Directors
  • Support regular stakeholder communications (i.e. quarterly webinars, publicly filed materials, etc.) and responses to frequent inquiries from key stakeholders including fellow NYSERDA teams, NYS Public Service Commission and Department of Public Service, NYS Chamber, and other industry groups or individuals
  • Prepare and deliver ad-hoc internal briefings on industry trends, emerging technologies, policy and regulatory shifts, and market opportunities and/or barriers
  • Lead research initiatives related to NY Green Bank's strategic priorities and/or business development and innovation efforts
  • Providing ad-hoc support to the Impact or Communications functions of the SIC team
  • Ad-hoc and special projects relating to NYGB's ongoing business and operations.
  • Perform all job responsibilities with respect, fairness, consistency, and inclusion.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Analyst ($78,333-$108,413):
    • A Bachelor's degree with less than 1-year relevant experience with a demonstrated interest in the clean energy or finance sector.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex concepts and advocate accordingly;
  • Effective project management skills and ability to manage multiple workstreams in parallel;
  • Strong sense of professional judgment and ability to solve problems creatively;
  • Well-rounded interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships with fellow team members and external stakeholders;
  • Strong sense of initiative and is detail-oriented;
  • Adaptable and can work effectively in a dynamic, fluid and fast-paced organization;
  • An ability and desire to learn from others;
  • Competency in data analytics with an ability to aggregate and extrapolate information from various data sources and analytics reports;
  • Proficiency in MS Office products including Power Point and Word;

Preferred Qualifications

  • A Bachelor's degree in business, economics, environmental studies, political science, finance or a related degree with less than 1-year relevant prior academic or professional experience focused on clean energy, public policy, and/or project finance

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About the role

March 20, 2026

Full time

Company

March 20, 2026

On-site

USD 78k–108k yearly

Solar Energy , Wind Energy , Hydropower , Bioenergy , Energy Storage , Tidal and Wave Energy , Geothermal Energy , Hydrogen , EV Charging Infrastructure , Smart Grid

NYSERDA

nyserda.ny.gov

  •  New York, NY, United States

Less than 1 year relevant experience

UTC-05:00