Environmental Analyst – Source Water Protection @ NEIWPCC
Environmental Analyst – Source Water Protection
Description
NEIWPCC is seeking a full-time Environmental Analyst to assist with the development and implementation of source water protection measures for public water systems throughout the State.
What You’ll Do
As a NEIWPCC Environmental Analyst, you will work alongside internal and
external partners as well as the public to support the Drinking Water Source
Protection Program (DWSP2). In this role, you will provide guidance,
leadership, and input on the use of the program’s framework and associated
resources. You will assist with the management of consultant contracts and
monitor the progress of workplans; develop and update source water program
guidance and resources; collect, organize and analyze water quality and
related data, ensuring data consistency and accuracy; and prepare technical
and programmatic summary reports regarding decisions, recommendations, and
findings for working groups, strategy teams, departmental audiences, and
stakeholders.
What You’ll Bring / Preferred Qualifications
The successful candidate will have a passion and interest in preserving and
advancing water quality. Ideally the candidate will have a degree in
environmental sciences, geology, hydrology, or a related field; knowledge and
experience with aspects of water quality and watershed management; strong
familiarity with program languages (python, R), Microsoft Office 365 suite,
Power Automate, GIS, relational databases and form building tools; competence
in statistical analysis of large data sets, and the ability to build, manage,
and evaluate large databases using data analytic tools; the ability to
collaborate effectively with and to concisely disseminate technical
information to a variety of stakeholders and partners from various
backgrounds. Candidates with alternative qualifications or who have taken a
less traditional career path may be considered if an aptitude for success and
a strong willingness to learn is clearly apparent.
Logistics
This full-time NEIWPCC position will work 7.5 hours per day and is based in
Albany, NY. Duties will be performed largely in an office setting and will
require some travel, for which a valid driver’s license and private means of
transportation is required. After six months of employment, this position may
be eligible for a partial telework schedule for office-based duties, subject
to approval and determined by program and office needs. Proof of COVID-19
vaccination required.
Benefits
NEIWPCC offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.
NEIWPCC pays 75% of premiums for health/dental/vision coverage, contributes
10% of annual base salary to employee retirement plans, provides 15 paid
vacation days per fiscal year in addition to paid holidays and paid volunteer
leave, 15 paid sick days, and offers tuition reimbursement and professional
development support. NEIWPCC is a qualified employer for the Public Service
Student Loan Forgiveness program.
Salary
Anticipated annual salary range is $55,000 to $70,000.
To Apply
Submit cover letter, resume, and a brief writing sample by email to
jobs@neiwpcc.org by August 13, 2023. Please
reference #23-NYS-SW-DEC-005 in the email subject line. Accepting applications
until the position is filled.
A full position description and benefits listing may be viewed at: https://neiwpcc.org/about-us/careers.
About NEIWPCC
NEIWPCC is a regional commission that helps the states of the Northeast
preserve and advance water quality. We engage and convene water quality
professionals and other interested parties from New England and New York to
collaborate on water, wastewater, and environmental science challenges across
shared regions, ecosystems, and areas of expertise. Our mission is to advance
clean water in the Northeast through collaboration with, and service to, our
member states.
NEIWPCC’s Diversity Commitment
NEIWPCC is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of
diversity, equity and inclusion. NEIWPCC is an equal opportunity employer, and
will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because
of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual
orientation, gender identification, marital status, physical and mental
disability, ancestry, genetic information, age, political or union
affiliation, pregnancy or related medical conditions, military service or
application for military service, veteran status, or any other status or
classification protected by applicable law. Physical or mental disabilities
will be considered only as they may relate to the candidate’s ability to
fulfill bona fide job requirements. This policy refers to all personnel
practices including employee recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions,
training, disciplining, terminating and all other conditions. Read more about
NEIWPCC’s commitment to diversity here: https://neiwpcc.org/about-
us/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/.
Entry-level, Mid-level
Nonprofit- NGO
Anticipated annual salary range is $55,000 to $70,000.
Location
Albany, NY, USA
Category
Posted
2023-07-27 00:00