Environmental Analyst Jobs in Boston, MA (NOW HIRING)

Who We Are:

The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts' environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family. Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.

The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) is the state agency responsible for ensuring clean air, land, and water. Our work impacts every aspect of people's lives and is critical to the health and wellbeing of our residents and visitors. MassDEP is the lead agency for safe management of toxics and hazardous materials, promotion of waste reduction and recycling, preservation of the state's wetlands and coastal resources, air quality monitoring and pollution reduction, and so much more.

Who We Are as an Employer:

At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.

Job Description:

MassDEP seeks applicants for the position of Environmental Analyst III (EAIII) within the Bureau of Air and Waste (BAW), Compliance and Enforcement Section (C&E), at MassDEP's Northeast Regional Office, located in Woburn, MA.

This position will report to the Section Chief of the Compliance & Enforcement Section, or his designee. The C&E Section is primarily responsible for compliance and enforcement activities concerning Northeastern Massachusetts entities that are regulated by or subject to the requirements of various environmental statutes and regulations, including air pollution control, hazardous waste, industrial wastewater, toxics use reduction, and underground storage tank regulations.

Job Duties:

• Conducting compliance inspections, complaint investigations, and other field activities, as required, to meet the goals and objectives of the Compliance and Enforcement Section.

• Prepare and develop enforcement actions consistent with the Enforcement Response Guidance (ERG) and other applicable Department policies.

• Ensure compliance with the requirements set forth in the enforcement documents issued.

• Provide public service and outreach to the regulated entities, other stakeholders and the general public.

• Perform data management in accordance with the policies and procedures identified in applicable Quality Assurance Program Plans (QAPPs) and the MassDEP Quality Assurance System.

• Perform other related tasks assigned by the section chief or managers including attending enforcement conferences and participating in case negotiations and serving as a technical witness in Departmental and Court proceedings.

• Additionally, this position will be assigned to handle complaints submitted by the public, including investigation and resolution of such complaints and, where appropriate, make referrals to other state, local or federal agencies.

• Provide technical assistance and respond to inquiries by the general public, the regulated community and local government officials on environmental issues while promoting continuous improvement, pollution prevention, waste minimization and toxics use reduction.

• As assigned, participate in the development of BAW policies and protocols concerning the implementation of a variety of statutes and regulations, including review and comment on draft regulations, policies and protocols.

• As assigned, attend BAW meetings, and participate in workgroups.

• The EAIII must have the ability to work professionally and effectively with staff from all Bureaus and offices, management, Department counsel, the Attorney General's Office, other state, federal and local governmental agencies, regulated entities, environmental advocacy groups, citizen groups and members of the general public.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the scientific and engineering bases for the Air Pollution Control, Hazardous Waste, Toxics Use Reduction, Underground Storage Tank and/or Industrial Wastewater regulations.

• Experience using hand and power tools and the ability to lift/remove heavy maintenance covers while performing underground storage tank inspections.

• Experience with environmental compliance inspections and investigations.

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to negotiate favorable resolutions.

• Ability to work independently and to maintain a diplomatic and effective working relationship with coworkers, the general public, regulated community and public officials.

• Ability to read and interpret technical literature, chemical analyses, laws, regulations, policies, and procedures for governing assignments.

• Possess good organizational skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).

• HAZWOPER 40-hour training with appropriate refresher certifications.

• A valid driver's license is required.

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: 

Applicants must have at least (A) four years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in the field of environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental health, meteorology, natural science, toxicology or public health, of which (B) at least two years must have been in a professional capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below. 

Substitutions: 

I. An Associate's degree with a major in the field of environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental health, meteorology,. natural science, toxicology or public health may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.* 

II. A Bachelor's degree with a major in the field of environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental health, meteorology, natural science, toxicology or public health may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience.*

III. A Graduate degree with a major in the field of environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental health, meteorology, natural science, toxicology or public health may be substituted for a maximum of three years of the required (A) experience and one year of the required (B) experience.* 

*Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

NOTE: Educational substitutions will only be permitted for a maximum of one year of the required (B) experience.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.  Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.  Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements.  We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.