New York State Thruway Authority

Director

• Help finalize and lead the completion of New York’s ongoing Advanced Nuclear Master Plan and, upon conclusion of the Master Planning process, lead NYSERDA's efforts to both deliver on that Plan as well as further develop and execute New York's policy framework for advanced nuclear.
• Contribute to New York's emerging policies and strategies for other zero-emissions technologies, including as part of the ongoing New York Public Service Commission (PSC) Zero by 2040 proceeding.
• Impart a deep and broad base of technical and market knowledge development into State deliberations to shape State programs in a market-sensitive manner.
• Develop, direct, and guide the Advanced Nuclear team to develop, implement and execute advanced nuclear deployment initiatives and programs in line with New York's Advanced Nuclear strategy.
• Collaborate with wider NYSERDA colleagues and teams (in a matrixed structure) to develop, implement and execute broader advanced nuclear ecosystem initiatives and programs, including on supply chain, workforce, innovation and regulatory matters.
• Manage Program budgets in accordance with applicable rules and in coordination with the CFO office.
• Negotiate contracts and manage contractors.
• Drive projects and policies forward by gathering and effectively organizing required information, communicating effectively and professionally with internal and external stakeholders, developing and monitoring plans, and overseeing the responsibilities and commitments of team members.
• Represent NYSERDA in collaborative initiatives with other New York State agencies and public and private entities and in technical conferences, public meetings and other forums.
• Maintain and leverage a network of stakeholders, market participants, peer program administrators, policy experts and other sources of insight.
• Lead and manage the Advanced Nuclear team to develop and build a high-performing team and help team members meet their own professional goals.
• Lead a broader cross-functional team that includes energy analysis, transmission, legal, and other related subject matter experts.
• Direct analysis on technology developments, advancements, cost trends, labor and workforce assets, or other relevant information.
• Foster and contribute to a team culture and culture of excellence grounded in people development, learning, problem solving, and teamwork.
• Perform all managerial and supervisory responsibilities with respect, fairness, consistency, and inclusion across the workforce.

Director, Advanced Nuclear