Environmental Analyst – Long Island Sound Regional Coordinator @ NEIWPCC
Environmental Analyst – Long Island Sound Regional Coordinator
Description
NEIWPCC is seeking a full-time Environmental Analyst to serve as the regional coordinator for the Long Island Sound Study (LISS), assisting with the planning and implementation of activities and projects to restore and protect the water quality of the Long Island Sound.
What You’ll Do
As a NEIWPCC Environmental Analyst, you will work alongside internal and
external partners and act in a coordinator capacity for water quality and
nitrogen reduction activities and projects. You will assist in the planning
and execution of activities and projects NYSDEC DOW participates in through
the LISS. You will participate in workgroups and meetings; participate in TMDL
implementation; assist with the implementation of the LISS Comprehensive
Conservation and Management Plan (CCMP) nitrogen reduction plans and measures;
provide technical support to and participate in the stakeholder group for
EPA’s LIS Nitrogen Reduction Strategy; and provide grant oversight and
management. You will also build partnerships with and assist municipalities in
evaluating and assessing local policies and programs to determine how they
align with the CCMP, and you’ll assist with the implementation of the
Communications, Outreach, and Engagement plan as a liaison to Long Island
communities.
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, natural science, earth science, biology, chemistry, or
related field preferred; knowledge and experience with grant writing and
management, project management and budget oversight, and a broad range of
issues related to watershed management, nonpoint source pollution, and water
quality monitoring; experience working cooperatively with a broad range of
stakeholders and the ability to facilitate and present at large meetings to a
variety of audiences. Understanding of federal and state environmental laws
and regulations related to the Long Island Sound as well as basic knowledge of
GIS is a plus. 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
Stony Brook, 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 September 5, 2023. Please
reference #23-LISS-002 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/.
Mid-level
Nonprofit- NGO
Anticipated annual salary range is $55,000 to $70,000.
Location
Stony Brook, NY, USA
Category
Posted
2023-08-11 00:00