Description
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) is seeking applications from non-profit organizations, municipalities, public colleges and universities, private non-profit universities, and public libraries located in or serving the Bronx and Queens to hire full-time Climate Justice Fellows for 15 months. The Climate Justice Fellowship Plus Program will provide wage subsidies for eligible entities to hire individuals for 15-month climate justice fellowships. The program will also provide supportive services and/or professional development to Fellows throughout their employment.
• The program is fully funded by the U.S. Department of Labor through an award totaling $3,000,000.
• NYSERDA will fully fund a fellow’s annual salary of $58,500 and provide up to $5,000 in approved professional development and supportive services throughout the 15-month period.
• Fellows must be members of a defined priority population and residents of New York’s 14th Congressional District.
• Eligible employers must provide a minimum wage of $30 per hour, totaling $73,125 for 15 months, and offer health benefits, paid vacation, and sick time.
• The program aims to advance climate justice and clean energy priorities in the Bronx and Queens.