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MassDEP's mission is to protect and enhance the Commonwealth's natural resources - air, water, and land - to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of all people, and to ensure a clean and safe environment for future generations. In carrying out this mission MassDEP commits to address and advance environmental justice and equity for all people of the Commonwealth, provide meaningful, inclusive opportunities for people to participate in agency decisions that affect their lives; and ensure a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.   MassDEP seeks applicants for the position of Environmental Analyst III (EAIII). This position is assigned to the Central Regional Office (CERO) Waste Site Cleanup Program (BWSC) and is responsible for conducting audit activities of response actions such as inspections, reviewing private sector work to assure compliance with the MCP, explaining technical and regulatory requirements directly with responsible parties and Licensed Site Professionals, and compliance/enforcement actions as directed. Additionally, the position will perform and review professional environmental sciences work, including risk assessments.  This position is based in MassDEP’s Central Regional Office, located in Worcester, MA.  MassDEP's Central Regional Office serves 77 cities and towns situated in central Massachusetts.   Working at MassDEP is a great opportunity to do meaningful work that helps reduce the impacts of climate change and air pollution for all people of the Commonwealth now and for future generations.  MassDEP personnel are remarkably talented, dedicated, enthusiastic, and supportive.  Duties for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:   * 1. Performing assigned audits of MCP response action submittals to ensure they meet regulatory requirements and performance standards;  1. Conducting audit inspections of sites, collecting samples, explaining regulatory requirements and possible violations to Responsible Parties and Licensed Site Professionals;  1. Writing and issuing audit findings to Responsible Parties and Licensed Site Professionals;  1. Preparing and maintaining the administrative record; preparing enforcement documents for execution, participating in enforcement conferences;  1. Reviewing complex assessments and remediation plans, feasibility studies, technical reports and analytical data;  1. Providing direct oversight and MassDEP approval for response actions at assigned disposal sites;  1. Attending technical & public meetings on behalf of MassDEP;  1. Conducting training for bureau staff, LSPs, the regulated community, and other stakeholders.  1. Coordinating intra-agency correspondence, memoranda, technical reports, policies, enforcement documents and other technical or legal instruments;  1. Supervising major field activities and performing field sampling;  1. Maintaining routine communication with supervisor(s) on status of projects and conformance with roles and responsibilities, as established for projects;  1. Tracking and managing work products to meet timelines, and maintaining appropriate administrative record of events via Edep, EPiCS and program drives;  1. Participating in development and presentation of technical guidance;  1. Communicating clearly both orally and in writing;  1. Maintaining a working knowledge of Department portals and Microsoft Office suite systems;  1. Complying with all Department workplace rules, regulations and guidance *Preferred Qualifications and Experience: *  * Professional work experience with knowledge of c.21E, the Massachusetts Contingency Plan and applicable policies and guidance documents; * Professional experience in environmental sciences as it relates to time-critical assessment and remediation of oil/hazardous materials releases and disposal sites; * Experience in investigating and assessing the environmental transport, fate and ecological/public health impacts of contaminants; * Knowledge of risk assessment, risk management and risk communication; * Knowledge of interdisciplinary nature of environmental sciences principles and practices; * Excellent written and verbal communication skills; * Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. * Possession of a valid Massachusetts Driver’s License, or equivalent. *A cover letter and resume expressing your interest in this position must be submitted as part of the application process.  These documents must be specifically attached to the requisition for which you are applying. * Qualifications - External *First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. * 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. NOTE: Educational substitutions will only be permitted for a maximum of one year of the required (B) experience. _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. First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. 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. NOTE: Educational substitutions will only be permitted for a maximum of one year of the required (B) experience. _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: Science* *Organization: Department of Environmental Protection *Title: *Environmental Analyst III Location: Massachusetts-Worcester - 8 New Bond St Requisition ID: 240004CG