Environmental Engineer identifies, assesses and resolves problems concerning the environment. May also design, install, operate and maintain measuring apparatus to determine the level of pollutants involving air, land, and water. Being an Environmental Engineer performs experiments and reports findings on environmental consequences of equipment, tools, and procedures. Ensures the organization's conformance to federal, state, and local environmental legislation. Additionally, Environmental Engineer requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be an Environmental Engineer typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The Department of Environmental Protection - MassDEP - is the state agency responsible protecting and enhancing the Commonwealth's natural resources - air, water, and land - to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of all people, and a clean and safe environment for future generations.
Working at MassDEP is a great opportunity to do meaningful work that helps reduce the impacts of pollution for all people of the Commonwealth now and for future generations. MassDEP personnel are remarkably talented, dedicated, enthusiastic, and supportive. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. We offer high-quality, affordable health insurance and other benefits including, a hybrid work environment.
MassDEP seeks applicants for the position of Environmental Analyst III (EA III). This position is assigned to the Bureau of Water Resources’ Wetlands program in the Southeast Regional Office located in Lakeville. MassDEP’s Southeast Regional Office serves 84 cities & towns situated in Southeastern Massachusetts including Cape Cod & the Islands.
This EA III will serve as a “Circuit Rider” liaison between MassDEP and municipalities in MassDEP’s Southeast Regional Office service area. The EA III will provide outreach, training, and technical assistance on the effective administration of the Wetlands Protection Act to local conservation commissions, applicants, and others. The EA III’s technical assistance and public outreach will cover wide range of topics including: registration guidance for on-line eDEP applications, field plant identification and wetland delineation, stormwater control, enforcement guidance for municipal enforcement actions, explanation of wetland regulation jurisdiction (including exemptions), site plan reading and interpretation, permitting procedural requirements, and project development issues to ensure compliance with environmental performance standards. The EA III will serve as the primary contact between municipalities and MassDEP when municipal officials seek assistance on regulatory and environmental protection matters related to the Wetlands program, and other related programs. As the MassDEP representative who interacts on a daily basis with municipal officials, the EA III is responsible for establishing personal networks in each municipality in his/her service area in order to facilitate reliable and trustworthy communication between MassDEP and municipal officials. The EA III should have a working knowledge of related environmental laws, including the Massachusetts Public Waterfront Act (Chapter 91).
Under the supervision of the Wetlands Section Chief, duties for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
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