Environmental Analyst III

About the Agency 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 stewardship of open spaces, protection of environmental resources, and advancement of clean energy, EEA tirelessly works to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family. Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) is the state agency responsible for ensuring clean air, land, and water. MassDEP’s work impacts every aspect of people’s lives and is critical to the health and wellbeing of residents and visitors. MassDEP leads the safe management of toxic and hazardous materials, promotes waste reduction and recycling, preserves wetlands and coastal resources, monitors air quality, and reduces pollution. Job Description MassDEP is seeking an Environmental Analyst III (EA III) to join the Southeast Regional Office’s Bureau of Waste Site Cleanup (BWSC) Emergency Response Program in Lakeville, MA. The BWSC is charged with ensuring immediate response to environmental emergencies such as oil spills and chemical fires, and with the assessment and cleanup of hazardous waste sites by private parties responsible for them. The EA III will investigate sites contaminated with oil and hazardous materials and ensure compliance with M.G.L. c. 21E and the Massachusetts Contingency Plan. Duties Respond to emergencies involving releases and threats of release of oil and hazardous materials to the environment, during regular work hours and non‑business hours. Oversee response actions needed to stabilize and contain sudden releases of oil and hazardous materials. Recommend remediation techniques that are appropriate based on the nature of contaminants involved, hydrogeologic conditions, the potential for exposure to sensitive human and environmental receptors, and alternative remediation technologies. Conduct field inspections and collect samples to evaluate compliance with applicable environmental regulations, policies, and conditions of approval. Represent MassDEP at meetings with local officials, Licensed Site Professionals (LSPs), regulated entities, and other stakeholders. Communicate technical information and regulatory requirements to regulated entities, consultants, local officials, and the public, including issues related to vapor intrusion, groundwater hydrology, environmental chemistry, risk assessment, and risk communication. Conduct meetings with agency contractors and staff regarding investigation and cleanup of releases of oil and hazardous materials. Oversee the activities of State Contractors at state‑lead response actions. Determine enforcement actions and corrective measures; recommend operational strategies for dealing with compliance and enforcement; and generate enforcement notices and orders based on the identification of noncompliance and consistent with MassDEP’s Enforcement Response Guidance Document. Preferred Qualifications Professional experience in environmental sciences related to the assessment and cleanup of hazardous waste sites. Professional experience reviewing and interpreting environmental plans and reports to assess conditions at waste sites, evaluate risks posed to human health and the environment, and determine the need for remediation to applicable standards. Professional experience investigating the environmental transport, fate, and impacts of contamination at waste sites. Professional experience in sampling soil, air, and groundwater and using appropriate analytical methods for soil, air, and groundwater. Interdisciplinary knowledge in environmental sciences, principles, and practices. Ability to communicate technical issues to Licensed Site Professionals, Potentially Responsible Parties, and the public. Comprehensive knowledge of M.G.L. c. 21E, the Massachusetts Contingency Plan, BWSC policies and guidance documents, and field‑testing protocols. Excellent written and oral communication skills. 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. Educational substitutions will only be permitted for a maximum of one year of the required (B) experience. Benefits Working at MassDEP is a meaningful opportunity to help reduce the impacts of climate change and air pollution, benefiting the people of the Commonwealth now and for future generations. Employees are supported with a comprehensive benefits package that enhances overall compensation and work experience. Equal Opportunity Statement An Equal Opportunity / Affymative 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. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive in this role to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Commonwealth of Massachusetts