NEIWPCC is seeking a team-oriented, committed, and personable Information Officer to provide administrative and event support to our headquarters office.

What You’ll Do

As a NEIWPCC Information Officer and an essential member of the Business Operations Division, you will:

• Work with other Business Operations staff to provide support to assigned Business and Programmatic Divisions within NEIWPCC.
• Assist with meeting and conference planning, including venue research, attendee and exhibitor correspondence, booking travel arrangements, event set-up and onsite registration, attendee travel reimbursements, and reporting.
• Coordinate and maintain a calendar of internal staff events such new hire orientations, workgroup meetings, holiday celebrations, summer and winter outings, community cleanups, and other networking activities.
• Support the division staff with correspondence with state and federal employees, material preparations, internal and external meetings, reporting, and purchasing.

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 business administration or management, hospitality, information technology, communications, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience collaborating with multiple teams, multi-tasking, and time management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, databases, telephone and computer systems.
• Experience with travel arrangements and/or a corporate travel environment preferred.
• Integrity, professionalism, and the ability to maintain confidentiality is a must.

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 is a full-time, in-office position based in NEIWPCC’s Headquarters office, located at 650 Suffolk Street, Lowell, MA 01854. Duties will be performed largely in an office setting, but with a need for 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.

What We Offer

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $45,000 to $60,000. NEIWPCC offers an outstanding comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees:

• Pays 75% of premiums for health, dental and vision coverage.
• Contributes 10% of annual base salary to employee retirement plans.
• Provides 15 paid vacation days, 15 paid sick days, paid holidays and volunteer leave.
• Offers tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness program.

To Apply

Submit your cover letter, resume, and a brief writing sample by email to jobs@neiwpcc.org by May 11, 2025. Please reference #25-Lowell-005 in the email subject line. Accepting applications until the position is filled.

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Join NEIWPCC this summer and support clean water initiatives throughout the region! We are seeking an intern to assist our Business Operations Division with administrative functions at our headquarters office. This intern will gain experience in a variety of business management processes and procedures that ensure smooth operations of our office and support our environmental efforts throughout the Northeast.

You will:

• Support office sustainability efforts by researching new initiatives, analyzing current purchasing practices, and restoring NEIWPCC’s “Eco-Office Bulletin” newsletter
• Assist in the administration of the Wastewater Training and Certification Programs through the coordination of bulk mailings and data entry
• Perform various office support tasks, sorting and sending mail, scanning documents, supporting in-office and external events, organizing common office areas, and formatting digital files in Microsoft Office Suite.

The successful candidate will have a passion and interest in preserving and advancing water quality. Ideally the candidate will be a business administration or related major with at least two years of college, with demonstrated leadership, communication, coordination, and organizational skills. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), and experience operating office machines (such as photocopiers, scanners, phones, and computers) is essential. Practical business experience 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.

The anticipated hourly pay range is $15-19, depending on experience and education. This is a seasonal NEIWPCC internship based out of NEIWPCC’s Headquarters office in Lowell, MA. The intern will be expected to work 10-15 hours per week, and the position is expected to begin in late May or early June and extend through August, with some flexibility and with the potential to extend beyond September for the right candidate. This position is not eligible for telework. A valid driver’s license and access to own transportation is required.

To Apply: Submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample by email to jobs@neiwpcc.org by April 20, 2025. Please reference #25-Lowell-004 in the email subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, accepting applications until the position is filled.

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NEIWPCC is seeking two full-time Environmental Analysts to design and host Title 5 trainings for municipal health officials across the state. The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Program (DEP) Title 5 regulation governs the construction and maintenance of septic systems and the transport of septic-system waste.

What You’ll Do

As a NEIWPCC Environmental Analyst and an essential member of the Wastewater and Onsite Programs Division, you will:

• Facilitate and participate in meetings with local boards, commissions and public health departments to assist with interpreting regulations, policies and guidance.
• Coordinate with internal and external partners to develop and deliver regular training, including in-person workshops, live virtual sessions, and self-paced online modules.
• Respond to requests for information from local public health officials and provide training and technical assistance as needed on Title 5 and other related rules and regulations.
• Work closely with partners to align on training infrastructure, local public health training needs and priorities, communications, and other topics as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a passion and interest in preserving and advancing water quality. Ideally the candidate will have:

• A Soil Evaluator or Septic System Inspector certification.
• Knowledge of and experience with aspects of wastewater, soil evaluation, state/federal regulations, and wastewater management.
• Experience collaborating with a broad range of stakeholders in implementing environmental regulations.
• Certified Environmental Trainer (CET), or interest and ability to obtain certification.
• A graduate degree in environmental science, engineering, public health, or a related field is preferred.

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. Work location is dependent upon MassDEP’s needs and candidate’s preference of MassDEP’s office locations in Boston, Woburn, Worcester, or Springfield, MA. Duties will be performed largely in an office setting with travel for trainings and meetings, 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 hybrid work schedule for in-office duties, subject to approval and program needs.

What We Offer

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $70,000 to $90,000. NEIWPCC offers an outstanding comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees:

• Pays 75% of premiums for health, dental and vision coverage.
• Contributes 10% of annual base salary to employee retirement plans.
• Provides 15 paid vacation days, 15 paid sick days, paid holidays and volunteer leave.
• Offers tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness program.

To Apply

Submit your cover letter, resume, and a brief writing sample by email to jobs@neiwpcc.org by March 16, 2025. Please reference #25-MA-DEP-001 in the email subject line and notate preferred work location in the body of the email (Boston, Woburn, Worcester, Lakeville or Springfield, MA). Accepting applications until the position is filled.

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Gain valuable skills to start a career as a wastewater operator! We’re seeking two summer interns to join the Emerging Water Professional Internship Program and receive hands-on training at the Nashua Wastewater Treatment Facility (WWTF). There is a growing shortage of wastewater professionals in New Hampshire. Through this program, NEIWPCC aims to bridge the workforce gap and keep waterways clean by providing a direct pipeline to employment in the industry.

In this role, interns will:

• Assist Nashua WWTF staff with plant operations, including aiding in maintenance, completing routine checklists, and collecting water samples.
• Shadow a variety of plant technicians to gain a comprehensive work-based learning experience.
• Engage with NEIWPCC trainers in preparation to successfully take New Hampshire’s Grade 1 Operator License exam.

Successful candidates will have an interest in preserving and advancing water quality, and:

• Be well-organized, be capable of following oral and written instructions, and be effective communicators.
• Possess basic computer knowledge with the ability to learn more complex systems.
• Have earned a high school diploma or GED equivalent.

The anticipated hourly pay range is $19-21, depending on experience and education. This is a seasonal NEIWPCC internship based out of Nashua’s Wastewater Treatment Facility in Nashua, NH. Duties will be performed largely at the Nashua WWTF with possibility for travel, for which a valid driver’s license and private means of transportation must be available. The ability to physically navigate natural terrain, climb stairs, and lift up to 50lbs would be required. Must be 18 years of age or older. This position is not eligible for telework. The position is expected to begin in June and extend through August and would be expected to work 25 hours per week, with some flexibility.

To Apply: Submit a cover letter and resume by email to jobs@neiwpcc.org by April 27, 2025. Please reference #25-EWPIP-001 in the email subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, accepting applications until the positions are filled.

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NEIWPCC is seeking a full-time Environmental Analyst to serve as the regional coordinator for the Long Island Sound Partnership (LISP), 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, watershed health and nitrogen reduction activities and projects.
• Co-chair the Clean Waters and Healthy Watersheds Work Group; participate in TMDL implementation, evaluation and revision; review and analyze MS4 annual report data.
• Assist with the implementation of the LISP Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plan (CCMP) nitrogen reduction plans and measures and provide grant and project management.
• Build partnerships with and assist municipalities in evaluating and assessing local policies and programs to determine how they align with the CCMP and connect municipalities with appropriate funding sources to implement priority projects.

What You’ll Bring

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 with three years of related experience.
• Knowledge and experience with project management, grant management and budget oversight, as well as 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 LISP as well as basic knowledge of GIS is a plus.

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 regular travel, for which a valid driver’s license and private means of transportation is required. After six months, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule, subject to approval and program needs.

Pay and Benefits

Anticipated annual salary range is $60,000 to $75,000. NEIWPCC offers an outstanding comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees:

• Pays 75% of premiums for health, dental and vision coverage.
• Contributes 10% of annual base salary to employee retirement plans.
• Provides 15 paid vacation days, 15 paid sick days, paid holidays and volunteer leave per year.
• Offers tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness program.

To Apply

Submit your cover letter, resume, and a brief writing sample by email to jobs@neiwpcc.org by April 6, 2025. Please reference #25-LISS-001 in the email subject line. Accepting applications until the position is filled.

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Seeking an experienced construction project manager to lead and oversee project activities associated with an administrative consent order aimed at addressing combined sewer overflows (CSOs) within the New York City watershed. This dynamic position will coordinate with industry professionals to help safeguard public health and make a meaningful impact protecting the environment.

What You’ll Do

• Provide high-level program management of all obligations under the CSO Consent Order, identify potential problems with implementation and facilitate timely resolution by coordinating with internal and external partners.
• Collaborate with internal engineers to complete comprehensive technical reviews of and develop detailed comments on project documents and prepare technical memoranda and presentations.
• Conduct site visits of active construction projects, attend construction progress meetings to identify potential problems with project implementation, and prepare construction site inspections reports.

What We Are Looking For

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering, preferably in environmental, civil, chemical, or mechanical engineering; construction management; science, preferably in physical, environmental, or natural science; or in a related field.
• At least six years of experience in the design, construction, or operation of wastewater treatment plants or collection systems, stormwater management systems, or other systems for protecting water quality.
• Knowledge of wastewater collection system, treatment plant, stormwater system, or CSO system engineering design, operation practices, and construction practices.
• Knowledge of USEPA and NYSDEC wastewater, stormwater, and CSO rules and regulations and experience working with federal, state, or local water/wastewater agencies.
• Experience managing environmental construction projects.
• A New York State Professional Engineer’s license is preferred but not required.

Position 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 with occasional travel to and from construction sites or meetings in New York City, for which a valid driver’s license and access to own transportation are required. After six months, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule, subject to approval and program needs.

What We Offer
The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $85,000-$105,000. NEIWPCC offers an outstanding comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.

• 75% premium coverage for employee and family PPO health plan with dental and vision.
• Yearly retirement contribution of 10% of annual base salary, regardless of employee contribution.
• 15 paid vacation and 15 paid sick days that rollover, as well as paid holidays and volunteer leave.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development funding opportunities.
• Qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

To Apply
Submit your cover letter and resume by email to jobs@neiwpcc.org by March 9, 2025. Please reference #25-NY-IEM-001 in the email subject line. Accepting applications until the position is filled.

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NEIWPCC is seeking an enthusiastic and engagement driven Program Manager to lead and expand our education and outreach efforts to connect diverse audiences with the Lake Champlain watershed as part of the Lake Champlain Basin Program (LCBP) team. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating education and outreach programs to foster stewardship, enhance environmental literacy, and promote sustainable behaviors that protect Lake Champlain and its surrounding ecosystems.

Job Duties:

• Work with the LCBP Steering Committee to develop and implement innovate education programs for diverse audiences including youth, educators, landowners, and community members.
• Serves as coordinator and project officer for LCBP Education and Outreach grants by reviewing proposals, developing workplans, tracking ongoing contract work and facilitating final review of projects.
• Lead efforts to build relationships with watershed groups, schools, libraries, and community organizations to expand LCBP’s reach and act as an ambassador of LCBP by attending events, conferences, and meetings.
• Oversee the development and production of education and outreach materials to support LCBP initiatives to drive public engagement in the stewardship of Lake Champlain.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A graduate degree in environmental sciences, communications, education, or related field, with coursework or passionate interest in Lake Champlain or watershed issues relevant to the LCBP mission.
• Related technical or professional experience, and experience working with or managing grants
• A proven team player with the ability to build relationships with diverse partners.
• Great time-management capabilities with accurate record-keeping skills.
• Excellent project management, public relations, and supervisory experience.
• Ability to speak/communicate in French is desirable but not required.

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.

What We Offer

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $80,000 – $95,000. NEIWPCC offers an outstanding comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.

• 75% premium coverage for employee and family PPO health plan with dental and vision.
• Yearly retirement contribution of 10% of annual base salary, regardless of employee contribution.
• 15 paid vacation and 15 paid sick days that rollover, as well as paid holidays and volunteer leave.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development funding opportunities.
• Qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Position Logistics

This full-time NEIWPCC position will work 8 hours per day and is based out of the LCBP office in Grand Isle, VT. Duties will be performed largely in an office setting, but may include outdoor field assignments, and will require travel to locations in Vermont, New York and Quebec, for which a private means of transportation, a valid driver’s license, and a valid passport or smart-license is required. After six months, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule, subject to approval and program needs.

To Apply

Submit your cover letter, resume, and writing sample by email to jobs@neiwpcc.org. Please reference #25-LCBP-006 in the email subject line. Preference given to applicants who apply by May 11, 2025. Accepting applications until the position is filled.

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Support environmental initiatives in the Lake Champlain Basin! NEIWPCC is seeking a detail-oriented Information Officer to facilitate grants administered by the Lake Champlain Basin Program (LCBP) that support mission-driven projects to improve water quality, habitat, environmental engagement, and cultural interpretation of the Lake Champlain Basin.

Job Duties:

• Support the development of Requests for Proposals and support the LCBP grant review process; prepare technical data and reporting as needed.
• Support the NEIWPCC LCBP team with office support and on-site meeting support, or field work.
• Manage the LCBP online grant management system, including all aspects of LCBP Grant management workflows from proposal solicitation to close out of awarded projects.
• Facilitate the reporting, invoicing, and documentation for active grants; provide support to grant applicants, recipients, and external partners with all aspects of the grants process.
• Assist with the development of education and outreach materials to support LCBP initiatives to drive public engagement in the stewardship of Lake Champlain.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences, communications, education, or related field, with coursework or passionate interest in Lake Champlain or watershed issues relevant to the LCBP mission.
• Related technical or professional experience, and experience working with or managing grants
• A proven team player with the ability to build relationships with diverse partners.
• Great time-management capabilities with accurate record-keeping skills.
• Excellent computer skills, particularly word processing, data management, and data analysis.
• Ability to speak/communicate in French is desirable but not required.

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.

What We Offer

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $50,000 – $60,000. NEIWPCC offers an outstanding comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.

• 75% premium coverage for employee and family PPO health plan with dental and vision.
• Yearly retirement contribution of 10% of annual base salary, regardless of employee contribution.
• 15 paid vacation and 15 paid sick days that rollover, as well as paid holidays and volunteer leave.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development funding opportunities.
• Qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Position Logistics

This full-time NEIWPCC position will work 8 hours per day and is based out of the LCBP office in Grand Isle, VT. Duties will be performed largely in an office setting, but may include outdoor field assignments, and will require travel to locations in Vermont, New York and Quebec, for which a private means of transportation, a valid driver’s license, and a valid passport or smart-license is required. After six months, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule, subject to approval and program needs.

To Apply

Submit your cover letter, resume and writing sample by email to jobs@neiwpcc.org. Please reference #25-LCBP-007 in the email subject line. Preference given to applicants who apply by May 11, 2025. Accepting applications until the position is filled.

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We are seeking one or two creative and enthusiastic stewards to assist with education and outreach activities with the Lake Champlain Basin Program (LCBP) during the summer of 2025.

Stewards will:

• Be an educational resource to children and adults within the Resource Room with the goal of helping the public better understand Lake Champlain and the opportunities for community involvement.
• Expand outreach programming to state parks, summer camps, lake and river events, upper reaches of the watershed and downtown locations to answer questions about Lake Champlain and offer opportunities for citizen action.
• Discuss a variety of watershed concerns with the public and provide resources for getting involved or changing behavior to benefit the watershed.

Successful candidates will be reliable, punctual, and should have solid communication skills and attention to detail. Completion of at least two years of college preferred. Coursework or demonstrated interest in Lake Champlain and watershed issues covered in LCBP’s 2024 State of the Lake report is desired. The ability to interact positively with the public at outreach events is needed.

Hourly pay range is anticipated to be $17-20, dependent on experience and qualifications. This position is based out of the LCBP’s office in Grand Isle, VT as well as the Resource Room at the ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington, VT. It is expected this position will work up to 40 hours per week with flexibility and will begin in May and extend through September 2025. This position is not eligible for telework. A valid driver’s license and access to personal transportation is required.

To apply, send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample by email to Jobs@neiwpcc.org by March 30, 2025. Please reference #25-LCBP-005 in the email subject line.

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Spend your summer by the lake! Join the efforts of NEIWPCC and the Lake Champlain Basin Program (LCBP) to prevent the spread of harmful and destructive invasive species, working to ensure a healthy and clean environment for wildlife and recreationalists. We’re seeking multiple seasonal boat launch stewards to deliver interpretive invasive species spread prevention messages to boaters on Lake Champlain during the summer of 2025 and to inspect and decontaminate watercraft.

As a boat launch steward, you will be trained to:

• Greet visitors to Lake Champlain and share aquatic invasive species information.
• Record lake-user information on mobile tablets.
• Collect and identify aquatic organisms.
• Inspect watercraft, trailers, and recreational equipment for aquatic organisms.
• Conduct hot water high pressure decontaminations as needed.

Successful candidates will be organized, have excellent public communication skills, have experience with data collection, and have familiarity with invasive species. Candidates must be comfortable working in outdoor settings in various weather conditions and have the physical capability to inspect watercraft. Basic familiarity with boaters, anglers, and recreational equipment will be useful. Experience with small engine maintenance and repair is a plus. A valid driver’s license and private means of transportation are required.

Stewards will work approximately 40-hours per week, Thursday through Monday, at select boat launches around Lake Champlain from mid-May to Labor Day weekend, with the option to extend through mid-October. Weekends and holidays are required. Time off by prior arrangement can be accommodated. The anticipated hourly payrate for this position is $19.00.

To Apply: Submit a cover letter and resume by email to jobs@neiwpcc.org, please reference #25-LCBP-003 in the email subject line. Application review will begin on February 2, 2025, and will continue on a rolling basis until all positions are filled.

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Join the efforts of NEIWPCC and the Lake Champlain Basin Program (LCBP) to prevent the spread of harmful and destructive invasive species. Each summer, our crew of seasonal boat launch stewards deliver interpretive invasive species spread prevention messages to boaters on Lake Champlain. We’re seeking additional Field Assistants to assist with this effort and additional coordination of our seasonal activities.

As a field assistant, you will be trained to:
• Mentor stewards, assisting with training throughout the season.
• Support field operation and decontamination unit maintenance.
• Collect and deliver aquatic species samples for identification.
• Assist with pre- and post-season planning and activity coordination throughout the season.

Successful candidates will be organized, have excellent public communication skills, have experience with data collection, and have familiarity with invasive species. Candidates must be comfortable working in outdoor settings in various weather conditions and have the physical capability to inspect watercraft. Basic familiarity with boaters, anglers, and recreational equipment will be useful. Experience with small engine maintenance and repair is a plus. A valid driver’s license and private means of transportation are required.

Stewards will work approximately 40-hours per week, Thursday through Monday, at select boat launches around Lake Champlain from April to October 2025. Weekends and holidays are required. Time off by prior arrangement can be accommodated. The anticipated hourly payrate for this position is $20.00.

To Apply: Submit a cover letter and resume by email to jobs@neiwpcc.org; please reference #25-LCBP-004 in the email subject line. Reviewing applications on a rolling basis until all positions are filled.

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