Associate Environmental Field Analyst

At the MBTA, we envision a thriving region enabled by a best-in-class transit system. Our mission is to serve the public by providing safe, reliable, and accessible transportation. MBTA’s Core Values are built around safety, service, equity, sustainability, and culture. Each employee that works for the MBTA performs their roles based on our vision, mission, and values. This includes attendance, participation, and contribution in local safety committee meetings as needed.

Job Summary

The Associate Environmental Field Analyst will be responsible for assisting the MBTA Environmental Department with field oversight, data collection and associated analyses related to compliance with environmental regulatory agencies as they relate to MBTA construction projects and operations. The Associate Environmental Field Analyst will engage with all members of the project team, including MBTA personnel and outside contractors, to determine project compliance with state, local and federal environmental regulations. The Associate Environmental Field Analyst will also assist with performing environmental field audits and inspections of MBTA construction sites, maintenance facilities, stations, rights-of-way and contractor laydown areas.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Data collection, tracking and reporting.
• Engage in internal and external training classes to familiarize with the environmental regulations and how they pertain to MBTA operations, logistics and construction projects.
• Assist with overseeing the collection and evaluation of environmental project data, and presentation of collected data to various stakeholders (including but not limited to federal, state, and local regulatory agencies).
• Assist with quality control and analyses on data collected for reporting.
• Prepare graphs and charts for events, reports, and publications.
• Review environmental submittals pertaining to materials generated during construction, including but not limited to soil, demolition debris, hazardous materials, hazardous waste, stormwater and groundwater.
• Conduct field inspections at construction sites to assist with ensuring the project and contractors are adhering to all environmental submittals.
• Attend construction progress meetings with a focus on the environmental aspects of the project.
• In collaboration with Environmental Department staff, conduct environmental compliance facility audits with facility staff or regulatory agents.
• Assist the MBTA with application to incentives and grant programs, including identification of potential projects and/or tasks, coordination of review process, and grant program follow-up.
• Work with MBTA project staff and contractors to verify non-conforming work is resolved in accordance with required procedures.
• Prepare written environmental inspection reports for the project sites.
• Track and measure project progress toward meeting goals and schedules related to environmental permits and reviews.
• Interface with various departments and unions within the MBTA.
• Assist with the development of modeling and analysis tools to help inform future MBTA environmental permitting and review targets, goals, and program/project opportunities.
• Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in environmental science, environmental planning, engineering or a related field.
• Zero to two (0-2) years of field/lab inspections to verify data, processes, site conditions, and collection and evaluation of project samples, data, analysis, and presentation of observations.
• Demonstrated experience and strong skills working with spreadsheets and databases, including Microsoft Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to collect large amounts of data from a wide range of sources and effectively maintain large databases and perform quality control.
• Ability to analyze and determine the applicability of data, to draw conclusions and make appropriate recommendations.
• Ability to gather information by examining records and documents and by questioning individuals.
• A demonstrated understanding of federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and take initiative as appropriate.
• Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively under time constraints.
• Ability to maintain accurate records in an organized fashion that can be accessed quickly.
• Ability to prepare general reports.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects and tasks.
• Demonstrated writing skills and ability to effectively communicate technical issues so they can be understood by a non-technical audience.
• Ability to interact with various stakeholders with multiple interests, including, but not limited to, facility managers, financial officers, project managers from agencies and regulatory agencies.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to take the MBTA public transportation system to work locations, including construction sites, MBTA stations and facilities, if work location can be accessed via public transportation.

Substitutions Include

• A high school diploma or GED with an additional seven (7) years of directly related experience substitutes for the bachelor’s degree requirement.
• An associate’s degree from an accredited institution and an additional three (3) years of directly related experience substitutes for the bachelor’s degree requirement.
• A master’s degree in a related subject substitutes for two (2) years of general experience.
• A nationally recognized certification, or statewide/professional certification in a related field substitutes for one (1) year of experience.

Preferred Experience And Skills

• Basic experience or knowledge of environmental regulatory agencies.
• Two (2) or more years of field/lab inspections to verify data, processes, site conditions, and collection and evaluation of project samples, data, analysis, and presentation of observations.
• Experience with environmental construction.
• Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software.

Job Conditions:

• Ability to effectively read, comprehend, communicate, and respond to instructions, orders, signs, notices, inquiries, etc. in English.
• Be at least eighteen (18) years of age, except if participating in an approved high school internship / co-op program.
• Ability to commute to assigned work locations in the Boston, MA metro area, as required by the role.
• Ability to provide internal and external customers with courteous and professional experiences.
• Ability to work effectively, independently, and as part of a diverse workforce team (or supervise, if required).
• Ability to uphold the rights and interests of the MBTA while building and maintaining effective relationships with employees and co-workers.
• Ability to adhere to rules, regulations, collective bargaining agreements (if applicable), and policies of the MBTA, including the EEO, anti-discrimination, anti-harassment, and anti-retaliation policies.
• Have a satisfactory work record for the two (2) years immediately prior to the closing date of this posting (unless if current student or recent graduate), including overall employment, job performance, discipline, and safety records (infractions and/or offenses occurring after the closing of the posting and before the filling of a vacancy may preclude a candidate from consideration for selection).
• Ability to pass a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, comprehensive background screening, and / or medical Clinic screening, potentially including physical examination and drug and alcohol screenings.
• Ability to work all shifts and / or locations assigned, directed, or necessary for this position, including (for some transit / operations roles) up to twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week as necessary to accommodate severe weather conditions, emergencies, or any other circumstances that may potentially impact service or the safety of service.
• Intern / co-op staff must be enrolled full or part-time in an accredited educational program and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 for the entire duration of the internship / co-op. Additionally, interns / co-ops must have valid work authorization and U.S. Social Security Number prior to starting pre-employment screenings / pre-boarding, working in their positions, and throughout the duration of their program.

Disclaimers and Definitions:

• General Disclaimer: The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe a summary, general nature, and complexity of typical job functions and do not represent an exhaustive list of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities required of staff assigned to this position.
• Application Completion: It is each applicant’s responsibility to ensure application details are entered completely and correctly, including updated work and education histories (past and current). Incomplete applications may not be considered. Attachments do not substitute for application fields. The recruitment team does not have access to existing employee data / history.
• Application Deadlines: Applicants should apply as soon as possible, as the MBTA may stop considering applicants after a sufficiently large applicant pool is established.
• Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here-in are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. See job description for role-specific requirements.
• Work Eligibility: All employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States and on an unrestricted basis. The MBTA does not have an employer work sponsorship program. However, if you have unrestricted work authorization, or are sponsored by a separate entity, you are welcome to apply. Further, all persons hired will require a U.S. Social Security Number prior to starting the position and employees will be required to complete a Form I-9 to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Interviews: Candidates should ensure they arrive on time, are prepared, can remain for the duration, and if remote, are in a quiet place without distraction, for the interview. Candidates who do not attend their interview without advance authorization, including an email confirmation of a rescheduled time/date from Human Resources, will be considered a no-show and disqualified from consideration for the position. Related to rescheduling, on a one-time basis, and due to something emergent, you may be allowed to reschedule the interview. In addition, Human Resources may require documentation supporting the request. However, should you need to reschedule, you will need to contact your Recruiter directly by email.
• Safety Sensitive Positions: Employees working in this classification will be subject to periodic physical examinations plus random drug and alcohol testing.
• On-call or 24/7 Positions: Employees working in this classification must be available to respond to page / text / call and report to work as determined by assigned department or the Authority.
• Essential / Emergency Staff: During declared "states of emergency," employees working in this classification are required to report to work for their assigned work hours or as directed by management.
• ADA Accommodations: The MBTA makes reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during this process, please contact the MBTA's ADA Unit at 617-222-5751 or [email protected] .
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: The MBTA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer . For terms, descriptions, and definitions related to diversity, equity, inclusion, veteran status, and immediate family members that you may find on the application form, please visit mbta.com/careers-app-definitions .
• Intern / Co-Op Benefits: Employees taking part in an internship or co-op at the MBTA are eligible to receive accrued paid sick leave as well as a monthly transportation pass, based on the city from which the intern / co-op commutes to work, at no cost. However, no additional benefits are currently offered for interns or co-ops.