Environmental Analyst – Lead Testing in Schools @ NEIWPCC
Environmental Analyst – Lead Testing in Schools
Description
NEIWPCC is seeking an Environmental Analyst to support the implementation of the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation (WIIN) Act in Rhode Island, which assists local and tribal educational agencies with voluntary testing for lead contamination in drinking water at schools and child care facilities.
What You’ll Do
As a NEIWPCC Environmental Analyst, you will manage and oversee the day-to-day
objectives of the Lead Testing in School and Child Care Program. You will
develop, produce, and implement policies and guidance for Rhode Island’s WIIN
Act grant activities; develop needed contracts to fulfill the objectives of
the grant; manage contract deliverables and respond to inquiries from grant
partners; develop a sampling protocol with grant partners; develop
communication plans in accordance with policies; track outputs; and determine
effectiveness of training, outreach and communication tools.
What You 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 science, chemistry, public health or related field. Direct
experience managing or working on large research projects that involve
sampling/testing at multiple site locations and experience working
collaboratively with various types of stakeholders is desired. Knowledge of
drinking water regulations and health effects related to Lead in drinking
water is preferred. Applicants 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 Monday to Friday
and is based in the Rhode Island Department of Health office located in
Providence, RI. Evening and weekend work may be required. Duties will be
performed largely in an office setting and will require travel, for which a
valid driver’s license and private means of transportation are 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 state 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 $50,000 to $72,000.
To Apply
Submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample by email to
jobs@neiwpcc.org by September 10, 2023. Please
reference #23-RIDOH-001 in the email subject line. Applications will be
reviewed on a rolling basis, 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 $50,000 to $72,000.
Location
Providence, RI, USA
Category
Posted
2023-08-28 00:00