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Posted: 05-May-26
Location: Syracuse, New York
Type: Full-time
Internal Number: 7131008
Water Research and Engagement
Job #: 042737
Location Syracuse, NY
Pay Range: $62,400 - $66,000
Hours:
Standard University business hours
8:30am - 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am - 4:30pm (summer)
8:30am - 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am - 4:30pm (summer)
Hours may vary based on operational needs.
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
The position reports to the Assistant Director of Water Resiliency to develop and implement initiatives and programs to fulfill the terms of existing sponsored research and community assistance projects, with the following areas of focus: environmental funding, finance, and policy; community resiliency; and Native Nations support services. Integral to this position is the ability to build relationships with community partners, including Native Nations and Indigenous communities, applying existing knowledge and skillsets to support capacity building for clean, safe water.
This position will also seek out and develop new funding sources to further the mission of the Syracuse University ISE and its Environmental Finance Center. Will provide research, policy, and tech support, for utility infrastructure, affordability, resilience. This position will be based out of ISEs offices in Syracuse, NY. Travel will be required. Supervision of 1-2 part time employees or student interns will be required, as well as collaboration with external partners including community-based organizations, collaborators from other universities, and state and federal agency staff. Remote/hybrid work will be considered. Not all geographical areas within the United States are eligible.
This position is part of a bargaining unit and is represented by the union SEIU, Local 200United.
This position will also seek out and develop new funding sources to further the mission of the Syracuse University ISE and its Environmental Finance Center. Will provide research, policy, and tech support, for utility infrastructure, affordability, resilience. This position will be based out of ISEs offices in Syracuse, NY. Travel will be required. Supervision of 1-2 part time employees or student interns will be required, as well as collaboration with external partners including community-based organizations, collaborators from other universities, and state and federal agency staff. Remote/hybrid work will be considered. Not all geographical areas within the United States are eligible.
This position is part of a bargaining unit and is represented by the union SEIU, Local 200United.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelors degree required in a relevant field (Environmental planning, natural resources management, or similar); Masters preferred.
- 2+ years of experience working with water sector organizations or non-profits, planning organizations, government organizations, or similar institutions.
Skills and Knowledge:
- Ability to successfully coordinate multiple projects, meet deadlines with competing demands, and responsibilities in a fast-paced work environment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to deliver compelling public presentations and talks.
- Subject-matter expertise in environmental infrastructure, water resources, community planning, or similar field.
- Experience in qualitative and quantitative analysis and ability to apply these techniques to formal and informal research environments.
- Previous experience, or lived experience, engaging with Native Nations or indigenous communities a plus.
- Spanish-language fluency a plus.
Responsibilities:
- Develop resources, workshops, and technical assistance projects to respond to target audience needs across water-focused projects, focusing on Native Nations and tribal utilities, small communities, and local governments.
- Coordinate the delivery of assistance, training, and events, working with both internal and external partners.
- Apply knowledge of water resources and planning, including but not limited to:
- Water infrastructure planning
- Community engagement
- State and federal infrastructure funding
- Support the collection, analysis, and publication of program metrics and impact, including:
- Developing impact-driven reports for sponsors and for organizational use
- Assist with identifying and supporting relevant research opportunities for internal program needs as well as with Faculty partners, as needed.
- Use assessment, analysis, valuation tools, and methods to identify recommendations to inform decision-making at different scales as well as support strategic resource development at ISE.
- Produce tools, reports, and publications to broaden the reach of ISEs expertise.
- Identify and pursue new funding opportunities related to community and infrastructure resiliency.
- Conceptualize innovative and effective new programs and integrate them by writing grant proposal applications for future funding opportunities.
- Other duties as needed and assigned.
About Syracuse University:
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the Universitys 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the Universitys 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
About the Syracuse area:
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
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About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a place where talent, desire, and opportunity thrive. In 12 different schools and colleges that span the liberal arts and professional disciplines, students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds come together to learn, create, and break boundaries.
The University is also a vital part of the community, providing services as well as being a leader in employee benefits, work-life and organizational development, training, student employment, staff relations, and workforce diversity.
Syracuse itself is located at the crossroads of New York State, and offers a lush landscape of seasons. From fun-filled summers in the Finger Lakes to snowy winters that thrill outdoor sports enthusiasts, the area truly has something for everyone.
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