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Position Summary: The Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) team in MassDOT’s Office of Transportation Planning (OTP) recognizes that institutional activities of our Agency are impactful for a cross-section of outcomes, including those related to the environment and community well-being. The Manager of Environmental, Social, and Governance will coordinate ESG functions in OTP and across MassDOT, including responsibilities related to monitoring the agency’s climate activities per therecommendationsissued by theOffice of Climate Innovation and Resilience, and those related to demonstrating MassDOT’s commitment to transportation equity and mobility justice. This role may also work externally and will represent MassDOT when the organization works collaboratively with other state, municipal, federal, and private partners on matters related to ESG duties. As a new function, the manager of this new OTP group will be asked to develop and follow an ESG work plan. Duties and Responsibilities: Monitoring and Reporting of MassDOT Climate Actions * With support from the MassDOT’s Climate PMO consultant team, establish a monitoring and reporting framework for surveilling progress against the specific actions required of MassDOT per the OICR report, inclusive of a dashboard or other tool * Provide administrative oversight of MassDOT’s Climate PMO consultant team as they provide recommendations and best practices for a monitoring and reporting framework * Execute data collection and dissemination, including leadership review, of MassDOT climate actions upon development of the monitoring and reporting framework Transportation Equity and Mobility Justice Project Development and Oversight * Update and maintain several of MassDOT’s data layers and public-facing dashboards, including but not limited to the identification ofRegional Environmental Justice Plus communities; theTransportation Is Supportive land use index; theAccess to Jobs dashboard; and theRTA Service Coverage Tool * Provide project management support and assistance to various qualitative planning studies currently underway and yet to be developed, including People and Transportation, and the District Equity Initiative * Serve as a liaison to other MassDOT business groups and modal divisions regarding the identification, measurement, treatment, and incorporation of transportation equity considerations in all institutional process, including related issues such as destination accessibility * Lead the development, publication, and dissemination of a series of MassDOT Issue Briefs that report on the accessibility and mobility experiences of various community types and modal users across the state, such as people with disabilities and residents of rural areas, for example About MassDOT: The 4,000 employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) takes 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 inclusive culture and career opportunities can be found atmass.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. Pre-Hire Process A finalist for this position must be able to pass a comprehensive background check including a criminal record check, Department of Revenue (DOR) check, and employment references. 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. 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. Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply. Applicants must have at least (A) five (5) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, professional internship, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below. Substitutions: I. A certificate in a relevant or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience. II. A Bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required experience. III. A Graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for three (3) years of the required experience. IV. A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for four (4) years of the required experience. * 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 call 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. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! 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. Job: Unclassified* *Organization: Massachusetts Department of Transportation *Title: *Manager of Environmental, Social, and Governance * Location: *Massachusetts-Boston-10 Park Plaza Requisition ID: 2400069C