Women in Communications and Energy (WICE) http://wiceny.org Wed, 02 May 2012 01:38:36 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 WICE Spring 2012 Conference http://wiceny.org/events/wice-spring-2012-conference http://wiceny.org/events/wice-spring-2012-conference#comments Mon, 26 Mar 2012 23:27:48 +0000 Administrator http://wiceny.org/?p=1593 Date: May 8, 2012 Time: 9:30am – 4:30pm Location: Glen Sanders, 1 Glen Avenue, Scotia, NY, directions $55 members, $80 non-members, $25 students

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Speakers will provide attendees with tools to improve our ability to persuade in our professional and personal lives. Also . . . → Read More: WICE Spring 2012 Conference]]> May 8, 2012, Albany, NY

The Power of Persuasion

Date: May 8, 2012
Time: 9:30am – 4:30pm
Location: Glen Sanders, 1 Glen Avenue, Scotia, NY, directions
$55 members, $80 non-members, $25 students

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Speakers will provide attendees with tools to improve our ability to persuade in our professional and personal lives. Also a panel of accomplished WICE members will discuss making significant changes in their careers, including changing industries. Detailed agenda to be posted in early April.

9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Breakfast and Networking

10:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. Welcome & Introduction
Jill Anderson, President of WICE and Director of Business Integration, New York Power Authority

10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Keynote Speaker
Janet Joseph, Vice President, Technology and Strategic Planning, NYSERDA

11:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. BREAK

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Strategies for Success
Facilitating Change and Living a Better Life
Colonel Deborah Campbell, Deputy Superintendent, New York State Police

12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. LUNCH

1:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. Persuasion Exercise
Tools for navigating everyday conflicts as well as promotions and raises
Valia Glytsis, Executive Leadership Coach

2:45 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. BREAK

3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Career Change Panel
A panel will discuss their own career paths and how
Gina Harwood, Manager Corporate Finance, NYPA, previously Commissioner of Finance for City of White Plains
Michele Goyette, Project Manager, NYSERDA
Anne Smith, Partner, GHD

4:00 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. Wrap-up and Adjourn

 

DRIVING: Carpooling with fellow WICE members wil be organized from New York City and White Plains. Email info@wiceny.org.

HOTEL: The Glen Sanders is extending their special rate of $119 for WICE members, phone: 518.374.7262, info@glensandersmansion.com.

 

]]> http://wiceny.org/events/wice-spring-2012-conference/feed 0 Albany Networking – February 29, 2012 http://wiceny.org/events/albany-networking-feb-2012 http://wiceny.org/events/albany-networking-feb-2012#comments Wed, 25 Jan 2012 20:47:05 +0000 Administrator http://wiceny.org/?p=1562 Join WICE for a Happy Hour & Networking Event to meet fellow members and learn more about the programs and opportunities offered through WICE.

Appetizers provided by WICE

74 State, Upstairs Lounge 74 State Street, Albany, NY http://www.74state.com/

Wednesday, February 29, 2012 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

 

. . . → Read More: Albany Networking – February 29, 2012]]> Join WICE for a Happy Hour & Networking Event to meet fellow members and learn more about the programs and opportunities offered through WICE.

Appetizers provided by WICE

74 State, Upstairs Lounge
74 State Street, Albany, NY
http://www.74state.com/

Wednesday, February 29, 2012
6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

 

 

]]> http://wiceny.org/events/albany-networking-feb-2012/feed 0 Spring 2012 Mentoring Mixer NYC – February 29, 2012 http://wiceny.org/events/spring-2012-mentoring-mixer http://wiceny.org/events/spring-2012-mentoring-mixer#comments Sat, 21 Jan 2012 00:09:25 +0000 Administrator http://wiceny.org/?p=1585 Join mentors and mentees of the WICE program for an evening mixer. WICE will provide appetizers.

Wednesday, February 29, 2012 Lea NYC Wine Bar, 230 Park Avenue, NY, NY 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

]]> Join mentors and mentees of the WICE program for an evening mixer. WICE will provide appetizers.

Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Lea NYC Wine Bar, 230 Park Avenue, NY, NY
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

]]> http://wiceny.org/events/spring-2012-mentoring-mixer/feed 0 NYPA posting – Program Evaluation Analyst http://wiceny.org/jobs/nypa-posting-program-evaluation-analyst http://wiceny.org/jobs/nypa-posting-program-evaluation-analyst#comments Tue, 17 Jan 2012 14:03:25 +0000 Administrator http://wiceny.org/?p=1582 This effort supports the Energy Efficiency Portfolio Standards (EEPS), ensuring the timely and accurate submission of evaluation plans and program impacts to the Department of Public Service (DPS) and support statewide and regional evaluation efforts.

Additional responsibilities include but are not . . . → Read More: NYPA posting – Program Evaluation Analyst]]> New York Power Authority

Program Evaluation Analyst
Tracking Code: 50032552
Job Description

This effort supports the Energy Efficiency Portfolio Standards (EEPS), ensuring the timely and accurate submission of evaluation plans and program impacts to the Department of Public Service (DPS) and support statewide and regional evaluation efforts.

Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Review and analyze program savings impact reports ($, kW, and kWh) and process evaluations of energy efficiency programs and identify and support the implementation of change for areas of improvement.
  • Coordinate the data gathering and scheduling among the program managers, Implementation Contractors (IC’s) internal stakeholders (MED, Billing, etc.) and the evaluation contractor to ensure complete, timely and accurate data gathering.
  • Participate in on site facility/project inspections with consultant to ensure consistent data gathering and gain a deeper understanding of said impacts.
  • Perform analysis and prepare regulatory mandated and required reports.
  • Assist with the preparation of Request for Proposals (RFPs) for evaluation efforts.  Review proposals and recommend selection of contractor following NYPA standards.
  • Prepare project schedules, develop milestones and monitor contract performance.
  • Review, process and track invoices and resolve discrepancies.
  • Coordinate implementation of a “Project Screening Tool” with Primavera data base, project managers and ICs to ensure transparent and accurate reporting of claimed energy savings.
  • Support feed-back loop to internal managers to communicate findings of ongoing evaluation efforts.
  • Review engineering algorithms  in NYS Technical Manual, developed to measure and estimate savings from a wide range of initiative efficiency measures, assessing application against existing NYPA energy efficiency projects.
  • Ensure standardization of assumptions and methodology in energy efficiency savings calculations.
  • Coordinate and participate with regional and state wide advisory working groups including, NYS Evaluation Advisory Group, Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnership, Evaluation Measurement and Verification Forum (NEEP’s, EM&V) research projects and various working groups of Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE)  and Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI).
  • Special projects as assigned.
Required Skills
  • Demonstrated ability to do statistical analysis.
  • Strong project management, technical writing and presentation skills.
  • Results driven with a demonstrated ability to work alone and a proven team player.
  • Strong attention to detail and flexibility in handling multiple assignments.
  • Advanced user of Excel and familiarity with Primavera.
  • Proficiency using database management, either in managing large volumes of data, or developing framework for databases.
  • Knowledge of Energy Efficiency measures and technology.
  • Solid grasp on Demand Side Management, Energy Efficiency and Demand Response programs preferred.
  • Ability to communicate across all levels of the organization.
Required Experience
  • Engineering, Finance or related discipline required.
  • Minimum 3 years related experience in utility or energy industry.
  • Approximately 15%- 20% travel within NY State.
Job Location
White Plains, NY, US.
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
]]> http://wiceny.org/jobs/nypa-posting-program-evaluation-analyst/feed 0 Mentoring Program Information Session at Marist College http://wiceny.org/events/marist-mentoring http://wiceny.org/events/marist-mentoring#comments Tue, 27 Dec 2011 21:30:22 +0000 Administrator http://wiceny.org/?p=1553 Attend this information session to learn about mentoring opportunities between students and WICE members. WICE currently works with Columbia University and is expanding its program to Marist College to pair professionals with students to mentor their professional growth and share experiences. 

Date: Monday, January 30, 2012 Location: Hancock Center, Room HC 2023, 2nd Floor, . . . → Read More: Mentoring Program Information Session at Marist College]]> Attend this information session to learn about mentoring opportunities between students and WICE members. WICE currently works with Columbia University and is expanding its program to Marist College to pair professionals with students to mentor their professional growth and share experiences. 

Date: Monday, January 30, 2012
Location: Hancock Center, Room HC 2023, 2nd Floor, Kondysar Presentation Room
Time:  7:00 – 8:00 p.m.

WICE plans to identify mentor/mentee pairings in the Spring of 2012 at Marist College and launch a new program in the Fall of 2012. Interested mentees can download and complete the one-page program form.

Light refreshments will be served.

]]> http://wiceny.org/events/marist-mentoring/feed 0 WICE Fall Conference: October 4, 2011 http://wiceny.org/events/fall2011conference http://wiceny.org/events/fall2011conference#comments Fri, 11 Nov 2011 17:07:33 +0000 Administrator http://wiceny.org/?p=1319 Branding Yourself

On Tuesday, October 4, 2011, from 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. in Columbia University’s Low Memorial Library Rotunda, over 150 women from across New York State attended WICE’s Fall Conference centered on “Branding Yourself.” WICE members summarized the presentations and handouts are posted:

Keynote Speaker, Kathy Boden, Vice President, Gas Operations, Con . . . → Read More: WICE Fall Conference: October 4, 2011]]> Branding Yourself

On Tuesday, October 4, 2011, from 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. in Columbia University’s Low Memorial Library Rotunda, over 150 women from across New York State attended WICE’s Fall Conference centered on “Branding Yourself.” WICE members summarized the presentations and handouts are posted:

 


Opening remarks at the WICE Fall 2011 Conference

DETAILED AGENDA

9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Breakfast and Networking

10:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Welcome & Introduction
    Jill Anderson, President of WICE and Director, Business Integration, New York Power Authority

10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
Keynote Speaker
    Kathy Boden, Vice President, Gas Operations, Con Edison Company of New York

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 
Presenting Yourself
Skills for public speaking and presentations.
    Suzie Sims-Fletcher, Communications Consultant 

12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.    Lunch

1:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Negotiating Advances
Tools for navigating everyday conflicts as well as promotions and raises.
    Valia Glytsis, Executive Leadership Coach

3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Career Path Retrospectives
A panel will discuss their own career paths, decisions made, and how they arrived at their current positions.
    Elizabeth Katz, Panel Moderator, Office of Consumer Policy, NYS Department of Public Service
    Judith Lee, Executive Deputy to the Chairman, NYS Department of Public Service
    Carol Murphy, Executive Director, Alliance for Clean Energy New York (ACE NY)
    Val Washington, Former Deputy Commissioner, Solid and Hazardous Materials, Environmental Remediation and Mineral Resources the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)

4: 00p.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Mentoring with WICE
Information on how to join WICE’s Fall 2011 mentoring program 
    Mary Cahill, Manager Program Evaluation, New York Power Authority
    Daniella Piper, Engineer, New York Power Authority

4:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Wrap-up and Adjourn
Raffle drawing

*   *   *   *   *   *   *

5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
After-conference Happy Hour
Vareli, 2869 Broadway (at 111 St. near Columbia University), New York, NY 10025


WICE members checking in at the registration table, Fall 2011 Conference

]]> http://wiceny.org/events/fall2011conference/feed 0 Mentoring Mixer – November 3, 2011, New York City http://wiceny.org/events/mentoring-mixer-2011 http://wiceny.org/events/mentoring-mixer-2011#comments Thu, 13 Oct 2011 12:34:23 +0000 Administrator http://wiceny.org/?p=1456 This informal mixer near Columbia University was for current and potential future program participants to learn more about WICE and mentoring opportunities. WICE provided appetizers.

Date: Thursday, November 3, 2011 Time: 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Where: Amsterdam Restaurant, 1207 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10027

. . . → Read More: Mentoring Mixer – November 3, 2011, New York City]]> This informal mixer near Columbia University was for current and potential future program participants to learn more about WICE and mentoring opportunities. WICE provided appetizers.

Date: Thursday, November 3, 2011
Time: 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Amsterdam Restaurant, 1207 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10027

]]> http://wiceny.org/events/mentoring-mixer-2011/feed 0 New York City Networking: November 17, 2011 http://wiceny.org/events/nyc-networking-nov-2011 http://wiceny.org/events/nyc-networking-nov-2011#comments Wed, 12 Oct 2011 17:05:26 +0000 Administrator http://wiceny.org/?p=1400 WICE hosted a Happy Hour & Networking Event for members to meet each other and learn more about the programs and opportunities offered through WICE.

Thursday, November 17, 2011 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Appetizers provided by WICE Happy hour: $2 off all glasses of wine

Brooklyn Winery 213 North 8th Street, Brooklyn NY

Directions: First . . . → Read More: New York City Networking: November 17, 2011]]> WICE hosted a Happy Hour & Networking Event for members to meet each other and learn more about the programs and opportunities offered through WICE.

Thursday, November 17, 2011
6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Appetizers provided by WICE
Happy hour: $2 off all glasses of wine

Brooklyn Winery
213 North 8th Street, Brooklyn NY

Directions:
First stop on the L train in Brooklyn.

 

 

]]> http://wiceny.org/events/nyc-networking-nov-2011/feed 0 Kristen Barone promoted to Lead Project Engineer, NYPA http://wiceny.org/women-on-the-move/kristen-barone-lead-project-engineer http://wiceny.org/women-on-the-move/kristen-barone-lead-project-engineer#comments Tue, 11 Oct 2011 22:51:13 +0000 Administrator http://wiceny.org/?p=1535 Posted November 2, 2011

Kristen Barone was recently promoted to Lead Project Engineer, where she is responsible for leading a team of project managers in the Energy Services and Technology Department at the New York Power Authority (NYPA).

Kristen has several years experience with NYPA, working in positions . . . → Read More: Kristen Barone promoted to Lead Project Engineer, NYPA]]> Posted November 2, 2011

Kristen Barone was recently promoted to Lead Project Engineer, where she is responsible for leading a team of project managers in the Energy Services and Technology Department at the New York Power Authority (NYPA).

Kristen has several years experience with NYPA, working in positions of increasing responsibility in areas of project management, energy management, construction and most recently energy program initiatives. As Lead Project Engineer, Kristen is responsible for managing several multi-million dollar energy conservation projects throughout the City of New York. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Manhattan College and a Masters of Business in Management with a concentration in Infrastructure from Iona College.

]]> http://wiceny.org/women-on-the-move/kristen-barone-lead-project-engineer/feed 0 Con Edison – Steam Project Manager http://wiceny.org/jobs/con-edison-steam-project-manager http://wiceny.org/jobs/con-edison-steam-project-manager#comments Mon, 10 Oct 2011 16:57:08 +0000 Administrator http://wiceny.org/?p=1438 Consolidated Edison Company of New York

Steam Operations Project Manager — Steam Generating Stations

The project manager will be responsible for managing the design, funding, scheduling, and construction of capital/major-expense projects. Provides continual customer service, including off-hour project support and last-minute requests for on-site, hands-on technical guidance. Ensures all project-scoping documents are detailed to . . . → Read More: Con Edison – Steam Project Manager]]> Consolidated Edison Company of New York

Steam Operations
Project Manager — Steam Generating Stations

The project manager will be responsible for managing the design, funding, scheduling, and construction of capital/major-expense projects. Provides continual customer service, including off-hour project support and last-minute requests for on-site, hands-on technical guidance. Ensures all project-scoping documents are detailed to allow engineering to start design activities. Coordinates and participates in engineering design-review meetings. Establishes and manages project schedule. Oversees all project funding from appropriation to project closeout. Provides updates on current working estimates for all projects. Reviews all design packages by user organizations and Maintenance Services. Resolves all technical questions during the construction phase of the project. Performs field walks during construction.  Ensures all engineering packages and specifies all required startup testing that must be performed by contractor or company forces. Ensures all project documentation (as-built drawings, user manuals, instrument setting, system descriptions, etc.) is submitted to user organization. Conducts a project closeout meeting to develop lessons learned and corrective actions. Ensures proper closeout of all capital projects.

Education/experience required: Bachelor’s degree (engineering preferred); eight years of experience with power plants, outage coordination, project management, and writing technical reports. Previous supervision and coordination of in-house and contractor forces is required. Candidate must have knowledge of EH&S rules and regulations as applicable to power plants.

Contact: Christina Ho, hoc@coned.com.

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