The Massachusetts Department of Transportation is looking for an Environmental Analyst II, Stormwater and Wetlands Analyst. This individual will possess strong communication skills as the role will require attendance and participation at public hearings and meetings. The Environmental Analyst II will be tasked with performing professional environmental analyses and planning duties in such areas as water resource and stormwater management, wetland delineation, permitting and protection, and engineering and drainage design plan review, in accordance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, standards, and sound environmental science principles and practices.

Incumbents of positions in this series prepare and/or review scientific reports, studies and analytical data of environmental Impacts and environmental processes; perform calculations relating to environmental science problems; determine possible impacts on water, soil, air and public health; measure levels of pollution; identify sources of pollution; and perform related work as required. The basic purpose of this work is to perform professional environmental analysis duties in such areas as air pollution, water supply and pollution, toxicology, ecology and public health and hazardous and solid waste management in order to locate, abate or control sources of environmental pollutants, all in accordance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, standards and sound environmental science principles and practices.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Review projects in the Department’s advertising program and ensure compliance with MassDOT’s policies and practices, including but not limited to, compliance with Federal and State stormwater, wetlands, and NHESP program regulations.

• Prepare and review technical documentation to comply with applicable water resource requirements and regulations (e.g., permit applications under the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act).

• Performs in ‐house technical services including wetland delineations, wetland replication and storm water management designs, and GIS analysis.

• Review in-house and consultant designs relative to stormwater management and wetlands avoidance and mitigation. Reviews consultant scopes of work as requested.

• Collaborate effectively with consultants and environmental agencies as well as with other MassDOT Divisions.

• Represent the Department at public hearings and meetings.

• Conduct reviews and prepare reports, letters, and memoranda thoroughly and accurately in a timely manner.

• Provide advice on design issues and review of permit applications involving mitigation and avoidance of environmental resources.

• Coordinate with other environmental staff and sections to solicit comments and identify permitting strategies.

• Assist in development and maintenance of documents and spreadsheets to track environmental data.

Preferred Qualifications

• ArcGIS or GIS mapping experience.

• HydroCAD experience.

• Ability to understand and apply laws, rules and regulations concerning the environment in connection with the alteration and protection of public health and the environment.

• Two (2) years of wetland delineation experience (both federal and state).

This position is eligible for a five-thousand dollar ($5,000) signing bonus (“Signing Bonus”) if you are newly hired at MassDOT. Current MassDOT employees are not eligible for the Signing Bonus. The Signing Bonus will be paid in two parts: 1) $3,000 (less applicable taxes) included in the employee's first paycheck. 2) $2,000 (less applicable taxes) after the successful completion of the employee’s probationary period.

About MassDOT

The 4,000+ employees of  Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s culture and career opportunities can be found at  mass.gov/massdot-careers

MassDOT’s divisions include Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions.   

Minimum Entrance Requirements

This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.

All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.

Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.

Applicants must have at least (a) three 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 one year must have been in a professional capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the following substitutions.

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 environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental health, meteorology, natural science, toxicology or public health may be substituted for the required experience.*

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

• For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at  talentacquisition@dot.state.ma.us.

• For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857 ‐368 ‐4722.

• For a disability ‐related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call the ADA  Coordinator, Lucy Bayard, at 857 ‐274 ‐1935.

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.