Environmental Analyst IV

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 toxic 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.

Description:

MassDEP seeks applicants for the position of Environmental Analyst IV (EA IV) within the Bureau of Air and Waste - Solid Waste Section at MassDEP’s Western Regional Office, located in Springfield, MA.

The EA IV will primarily perform program work inclusive of implementing regulations, permitting, compliance & enforcement, training and supervision of employees and other activities that ensure proper management of solid waste and recyclable materials in Massachusetts. In addition, oversee aspects of the operation of the Springfield Materials Recycling (MRF) facility.

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist in assessment activities, which may include permit requirement reviews, report reviews and inspections of facilities and locations to evaluate compliance with the Commonwealth's Solid Waste regulations.

• Review permit applications, certifications, and other documents to determine compliance with Solid Waste regulations and investigate complaints.

• Train and Supervise Solid Waste Program Staff of a lesser grade as assigned by the Solid Waste Section Chief.

• Prepare inspection reports in conformance with the Bureau's policies and procedures, which would memorialize the observations made during the inspection and identify noncompliance with the applicable regulations.

• Assist in the development of enforcement cases and draft enforcement documents in accordance with the MassDEP’s guidelines, policies and procedures.

• Monitor aspects of the Springfield MRF, including operator and municipal contracts, repairs to the facility, compile and analyze Springfield MRF data, including production and municipal payments.

• Conduct outreach and technical assistance efforts to municipalities, schools, the public and the regulated community, including the MRF Advisory Board, with regards to solid waste management issues and recycling efforts.

• Perform other related duties, as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of, and experience with, Solid Waste and Recycling operations.

• Strong knowledge of the processes associated with the Commonwealth bidding, contract procurement, and contract management processes.

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

• Ability to analyze and determine the applicability of environmental data to draw conclusions and make appropriate recommendations.

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

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in risk communication.

• Ability to analyze and assimilate scientific information, draw conclusions, and effectively summarize and communicate information for diverse audiences.

• Excellent organizational skills.

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

• A valid driver’s license is required.

A cover letter and resume must be submitted as part of the application process and attached “as relevant” to the requisition.

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 toxic 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.

Description:

MassDEP seeks applicants for the position of Environmental Analyst IV (EA IV) within the Bureau of Air and Waste - Solid Waste Section at MassDEP’s Western Regional Office, located in Springfield, MA.

The EA IV will primarily perform program work inclusive of implementing regulations, permitting, compliance & enforcement, training and supervision of employees and other activities that ensure proper management of solid waste and recyclable materials in Massachusetts. In addition, oversee aspects of the operation of the Springfield Materials Recycling (MRF) facility.

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist in assessment activities, which may include permit requirement reviews, report reviews and inspections of facilities and locations to evaluate compliance with the Commonwealth's Solid Waste regulations.

• Review permit applications, certifications, and other documents to determine compliance with Solid Waste regulations and investigate complaints.

• Train and Supervise Solid Waste Program Staff of a lesser grade as assigned by the Solid Waste Section Chief.

• Prepare inspection reports in conformance with the Bureau's policies and procedures, which would memorialize the observations made during the inspection and identify noncompliance with the applicable regulations.

• Assist in the development of enforcement cases and draft enforcement documents in accordance with the MassDEP’s guidelines, policies and procedures.

• Monitor aspects of the Springfield MRF, including operator and municipal contracts, repairs to the facility, compile and analyze Springfield MRF data, including production and municipal payments.

• Conduct outreach and technical assistance efforts to municipalities, schools, the public and the regulated community, including the MRF Advisory Board, with regards to solid waste management issues and recycling efforts.

• Perform other related duties, as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of, and experience with, Solid Waste and Recycling operations.

• Strong knowledge of the processes associated with the Commonwealth bidding, contract procurement, and contract management processes.

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

• Ability to analyze and determine the applicability of environmental data to draw conclusions and make appropriate recommendations.

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

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in risk communication.

• Ability to analyze and assimilate scientific information, draw conclusions, and effectively summarize and communicate information for diverse audiences.

• Excellent organizational skills.

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

• A valid driver’s license is required.

A cover letter and resume must be submitted as part of the application process and attached “as relevant” to the requisition.

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

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have at least (A) five 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 three years must have been in a professional capacity, and of which (C) at least one year must have been in a supervisory, managerial or administrative capacity, or (D) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the following substitutions.