Current Openings

Lowell, MA

NEIWPCC is seeking a detail-oriented, dynamic, committed, and personable Events and Operations Coordinator to provide logistic support to the planning and executing of meetings, conferences, trade shows and events (in-person and virtual), and financial invoice database reconciliation. The incumbent will research venues, distribute RFPs, and act as the primary contact for event registration databases and additional event requirements. The incumbent will support the Business Operations Division Director with IT assistance, administrative support, and office resource and equipment management.

The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in business administration, hotel administration, public relations, events management, tourism, marketing, or related field. Must possess exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as strong organization and project management skills. Will have proved ability in Microsoft Office Suite, virtual event platforms, database management, and general computer skills. Knowledge of budget preparation and contract management as well as exposure to travel arrangements and/or a corporate travel environment preferred.

To apply, send a cover letter, resume, and short writing sample by November 1, 2021 by email to jobs@neiwpcc.org. In the email subject line please reference position #22-Lowell-001.

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Albany, NY

The primary goal of the next generation of Source Water Protection in New York State is to develop and implement source water protection measures for public water systems throughout the State. Source water protection strategies are most effective when implemented at the local community level. As such, NEIWPCC professionals will team with staff from NYSDEC.

The candidate will work within the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation – Division of Water (DOW), Bureau of Water Permits and serve as a State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (SPDES) Permit writer. Candidate will work on municipal and/or industrial wastewater discharge SPDES permit renewals/reviews within Source Water Protection areas to ensure SPDES permits are up-to-date and include effluent limitations necessary to protect public water supplies.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Apply knowledge of the Clean Water Act and State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (SPDES) permit program in developing individual SPDES permits.
  • Develop new or renewal permits for consistency and conformance with regulations, polices, and procedures.
  • Interact with permittees, their representatives, engineers, and various member of the public on permit issues.
• Establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships and communicate constructively with Federal, State and local government agencies, engineering firms, various non-governmental groups, and the public.
• Review engineering reports, plans, and specifications for industrial and municipal wastewater treatment systems and facilities, and recommend these plans for approval.
• Conduct water quality evaluations and derive water quality based effluent limitations for SPDES permits.
• Position will require travel for roughly 20% of full-time.
• Other duties as assigned.

RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental sciences, computer science, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional work experience in one or more of the fields listed above (pro-rated substitutions for relevant class work are acceptable for the right candidate with interests in self-guided investigations and research).
• Ability to write concisely, to express thoughts clearly and to develop ideas in logical sequence as well as communicate well verbally
• Attention to detail, comfortable with data management and communicating key insights from data analysis to upper-level staff and the public
• Naturally prone to action with a focus toward continuous improvement
• Comfortable working in a very collaborative environment and oriented toward getting things done; able to bring perspectives and ideas to the table while remaining open to perspectives and ideas from others. Open to lively debates.
• Capable of fostering and deserving of trust
• Accept responsibility and is accountable for results

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Knowledge and experience with aspects of water quality and watershed management
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively with scientists, engineers, and managers, and to establish professional credibility
• Ability to work independently, and as part of a team
• Excellent computer skills, including, including word processing, spreadsheets, geographic information systems, and ability to perform basic statistical analysis
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Knowledge and understanding of federal environmental laws and regulations.

NEIWPCC offers a competitive compensation package, including excellent comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. If interested, we welcome you to send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to jobs@neiwpcc.org by October 5, 2021. Please reference #21-NYS-SW-DEC-003 in the email subject line.

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Albany, NY

The primary goal of Source Water Protection in New York State is to develop and implement source water protection measures for public water systems throughout the State. Source water protection strategies are most effective when implemented at the local community level. As such, NEIWPCC professionals will team with staff from NYSDEC and local communities and act as technical assistance providers for implementing Drinking Water Source Protection Program plans. Candidates will be expected to provide guidance, leadership, and input on use of the program’s framework and work towards its improvement.

NEIWPCC is hiring two Environmental Analysts for this program. Successful candidates will work on the development of the statewide Drinking Water Source Protection Program (DWSP2). They will assist with managing the consultant contract, source water program guidance development & updating, and assisting communities with developing and implementing their source water protection plans. Staff will also assist with internal DWSP2 coordination to ensure the Department’s permitting and other processes include source water protection components. Infrequent overnight travel may be necessary.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The position would assist with the following:

• Give presentations, prepare summary reports to multiple audiences and supervisors, and internal and external outreach material on the source water protection programs to interested parties.
• Use problem solving skills and analysis to help the DWSP2 Team further develop the DWSP2 program.
• Monitor progress of multiple communities preparing DWSP2 plans with technical assistance providers. Bring issues to supervisor’s attention and suggest solutions.
• Analyze and summarizing management plans, policies, technical reports, regulations, and other information for the workgroups. Investigate and assemble information needed.
• Prepare internal and external outreach and communication material. Assist with researching and writing fact sheets, manuals, and templates to deliver the Drinking Water Source Protection Program message.
• Collect, review, summarize, analyze, and/or develop recommendations involving environmental data associated with the sources of public drinking water and potential contaminant sources. Prepare findings report for supervisor. Manage program related meetings.
• Answer questions from entities interested in the source water protection program, including using GIS analysis tools to answer questions related to source of public drinking water and location of possible containment sources.
• Other duties as assigned.

RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences, geology, hydrology, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional work experience in one or more of the fields listed above (pro-rated substitutions for relevant class work are acceptable for the right candidate with interests in self-guided investigations and research).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer proficient with skills in database development and maintenance, including with geographic information systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team, all while staying organized and maintaining accurate records.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a private means of transportation.

NEIWPCC offers a competitive compensation package, including excellent comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. If interested, we welcome you to send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to us at jobs@neiwpcc.org by September 6, 2021. Please reference # 21-NYS-SW-DEC-002 in the email subject line.

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Kingston, NY

This position is governed by an agreement between NEIWPCC and the New York City Department of Environmental Protection. Under that agreement, NEIWPCC was selected to provide services to assist NYC DEP in the management and replacement of certain wastewater treatment infrastructure at nearly 100 wastewater treatment facilities (WWTF) located within the City’s water supply watershed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will support the Capital Replacement Program by assisting the DEP Project Manager with various administrative functions. The primary responsibility of the position is to review detailed financial reconciliations of operations and maintenance (O&M) expenditures of each WWTF in the NYC watershed for each fiscal year. This task requires the preparation of O&M documents, tracking of annual budgets, and the comparison of submitted O&M invoices with their annual reconciliation documentation. Other job responsibilities include preparing files for offsite storage, maintaining accurate documentation of files, and attending meetings with WWTF owners and operators, engineers, and lawyers, as assigned.

The satisfactory performance of the above duties and responsibilities requires the incumbent to develop a thorough understanding of NEIWPCC’s and NYC DEP’s programs, organization, and policies, to exercise initiative and resourcefulness, and to be able to work effectively with state, federal, and local contacts of varied professional backgrounds and levels.

RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS

• A bachelor’s degree in business management, accounting, or a related field.
• 3+ years of professional work experience in an accounting or auditing role.
• Ability to organize workload, and perform tasks in an accurate, conclusive, responsible, and timely manner.
• Strong Excel skills and capabilities, with the ability to use advanced formulas and functions (e.g. vlookup, PivotTables, subtotals) within electronic spreadsheets.
• Possess and exhibit a consistent sharp attention to detail, problem solving abilities, and high numerical accuracy.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as financial reports, accounts and ledgers.

NEIWPCC offers a competitive compensation package, including excellent comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. If interested, we welcome you to send a cover letter and resume to us at jobs@neiwpcc.org by June 4, 2021. Please reference #21-NYC-CRP-DEP-003 in the email subject line.

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